Sports-tech startup SportVot has raised Rs 32.7 crore in a fresh funding round led by IAN Alpha Fund. The money will support international expansion and improve AI-led production and distribution. SportVot says its platform already streams more than 500,000 matches globally, aiming to make professional broadcasting available for every sport.
The NFL fallout from the Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel scandal continues. After viral images fueled intense speculation, Russini stepped down from The Athletic and has largely stayed out of public view. Reports now indicate her attention has shifted to rebuilding her career, while Vrabel briefly stepped away from team duties amid pressure.
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Global and Indian gaming companies are lining up to bid for the ICC’s official cricket gaming rights, underscoring how quickly cricket video games are becoming a high-value commercial space. Multiple firms are reportedly interested in the tender process, as the ICC moves toward a more structured and formal approach to licensing these digital partnerships.
Sony Pictures Networks India has secured India media rights for the 2026 Asian Games being held in Japan, reportedly for around $3.5–4 million. The Games, featuring 41 sports including cricket, will stream on Sony LIV and air on Sony Sports Network, with expectations of strong Indian viewership.
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