Category: gaming

Veteran Ashwin Chandiok storms into the semi-finals of TNS PG Open Tennis tournament

Panaji, April  – Ashwin Chandiok stormed into the semi-finals of the ongoing TNS PG Open Tennis tournament defeating Noel Noronha 6-4 in the veterans 45+ singles category in a closely fought encounter at the Panjim Gymkhana.

Chandiok is joined by three other semi-finalists Manoj Pandey, Mano Chhabra, and Richard Lockhart, who defeated Dmitry Smirnov (6-2), Prasad Fadte (6-3), and Rajnish Dhall (6-2) respectively in other quarter-final matches in the veterans 45+ men’s singles category. Midway through, Chandiok and Noel broke each other’s serve, causing the match to see-saw for a few games before the former held his nerve to eventually win the quarter-finals.

In the men’s singles event, Rajaram Kundaikar beat Anurag Agarwal (6-4), while Suraj Sadanah and Anant Kochhar trounced their rivals Sriram (6-1) and Rohan Lotlikar (6-0) respectively.

The boys under-14 years category witnessed a closely fought contest between Alec Barreto, who overcame a resilient Vihaan Krishnan (7-5), and Rafael Shankar defeated Ashton Lobo (6-3). In the two other matches in the same category, Vivaan Agarwal and Darsh Pai made light of their contests against Alec Barreto (6-1) and Vedant Naik (6-2) respectively.

In two other matches in the same category, Arhan Gaonkar swept over a challenge from Timofei Surova (6-1), while 8-year-old Ethan Ataide defeated Ivan (6-0).

The men’s doubles category saw Alan and Ojaswi have a relatively easy outing against Mackinlay and Dunstan defeating the latter (6-3), while Krishna and Darsh beat Nehal and Suraj P. (6-3).

Nearly 140 Tennis players across eleven categories are participating in the state ranking Tennis tournament.

The tournament, which is co-organized by the Goa State Tennis Association and the Panjim Gymkhana, is critical for Goan professional Tennis players keen on enhancing their state ranking.

Industry Stakeholders Laud The New Amendments By Meity In Online Gaming Industry

India, April 13, 2023:The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) aims to regulate online gaming in India through an amendment to the IT Rules 2021. To this end, MeitY released draft amendments to the IT Rules 2021 in January 2023 and engaged in stakeholder consultations to refine the draft.

Further to this, the government has recently issued a new set of rules by appointing multiple self-regulatory organizations. As per the new regulations, Online gaming companies must act as digital intermediaries, verify games and customers in real-money games, weed out fake information, and follow the rules set by self-regulatory bodies.

Commenting on the amendments by MeitY, Mr. Ankur Singh, Founder and CEO, Witzeal Technologies, said, “India’s online gaming sector is flourishing with the technological advancements and growing userbase. With the support of the government with the new amendments to IT Rules 2021, the potential of the industry is magnified leading to structured growth in multiple dimensions. Enactment of the rules further boosts the confidence of users as the rules emphasize concrete digital security along with fair play rules eliminating the possible risks. The same will further boost investor interest and employment across the nation thereby amping up the government’s vision of ‘Digital India’ and ‘Make in India’.

“Moreover, MeitY’s rules are in sync with the Income Tax Act with respect to the newly introduced TDS section 194BA particularly for the Online Gaming industry, differentiating it from online gambling. We hope for a progressive amendment under the GST Act as well, allowing the regulatory structure to work in unison helping this sunrise sector grow at its full potential.” Mr. Singh Concluded.

Welcoming the move, Mr.Asish Philip Abraham, Partner, Lakshmikumaran& Sridharan Attorneys said, “Trust shown by the government in the self-regulatory mechanism will boost innovation and competition in the sector.  With the introduction of the IT Intermediary Amendment Rules 2023, the onus will be on SROs to determine whether a gaming company’s games entail wagering on any outcome. SROs will have to ensure that the assessment of the same is based on existing jurisprudence as laid down by the Supreme Court of India on the determination of games of skill from games involving wagering and betting. It will also be interesting to see the enforcement approach for gaming companies operating outside the SRO framework.   

New definitions of online real money gaming have been introduced based on the stakeholder consultation and this has brought about much-needed clarity in the IT Amendment Rules and will help in ongoing GST litigations. The introduction of diligence requirement of content not causing “user harm” will require further clarification on the ministry level to bring parity in the understanding amongst SROs and Gaming Companies. Mr. Abraham added.

Lauding this move, Mr. Roland Landers, CEO, All India Gaming Federation, said: “As the oldest, largest, and most diverse industry association for online gaming in the country, we are grateful to MeitY for notifying the amendments to regulate online gaming under the Indian Information Technology Act, and acknowledging the long-standing demand of the gamers and the online gaming industry. We believe this is a decisive first step for comprehensive regulation for online gaming and, will propel the industry to compete globally, as envisioned by the Hon’ble Prime Minister. We are especially grateful that the Government recognised the industry demands and provided light touch, but comprehensive regulations, which will support innovation, boost Create in India and Brand India, and propel India’s Techade.

These rules will go a long way in promoting consumer interest while helping the industry grow responsibly and transparently and will also help in curbing the menace of anti-national and illegal offshore gambling sites, which have been proliferating in the last few years.

We look forward to assisting the industry transition to the self-regulatory model envisioned under the rules and use learnings from the years of work that has been undertaken at the All India Skill Games Council (AIGSC), the oldest and largest voluntary self-regulatory body for online gaming.

The Government has maintained a very open and transparent approach throughout this process and heard various stakeholders across the online gaming eco-system, since May 2022. At AIGF are committed to continue our engagement and provide complete support to the government in making online gaming a cornerstone of $1 trillion digital Indian economy.”

Following the appointment of three self-regulatory bodies for the gaming sector, the new regulations will take effect. Online gaming intermediaries are required to abide by particular procedures under the new rules, making them more accountable and promoting responsible gaming. For instance, to show that a game has been validated, gaming intermediaries are required to display a mark of verification from an online gaming self-regulatory agency.

Users must also be made aware of the intermediary’s rules and policies, privacy statement, terms of service, and user agreements. The procedures for withdrawing or refunding deposits, the know-your-customer (KYC) process for confirming user identity, the steps taken to protect user deposits, and the framework mentioned in Rule 4A should all be included in this material.

Rohit Sharma’s return to form is a good sign for Mumbai Indians: Ravi Shastri

Five-time TATA IPL champions Mumbai Indians registered their first win of the season with a 6-wicket win against Delhi Capitals in a nail-biting last-ball thriller.

Leading his team from the front, Mumbai Indians’ captain Rohit Sharma smashed a sublime half-century, his first after 24 innings, and also won the player of the match award for the record 19th time – most by an Indian.

Praising Rohit Sharma for leading his team by example, former India cricketer Ravi Shastri claimed the knock in Delhi will do the Mumbaikar a world of good going forward in the TATA IPL. 

Speaking to Star Sports, Cricket Live Show, Ravi Shastri said, “Rohit Sharma brilliantly soaked the pressure against Delhi. He led the side from the front and this match-winning performance will do him, as well as Mumbai Indians, a world of good. This win will give MI a lot of confidence going forward into the tournament.”

After winning the last away game in style at Wankhede Stadium, Chennai Super Kings will host a rampant Rajasthan Royals at home in a high voltage and much-anticipated match of TATA IPL 2023.

In yet another landmark match, MS Dhoni will be leading Chennai Super Kings for 200th time when he come out for toss against Rajasthan Royals. Expect a large number of fans will descend to watch their favourite MS Dhoni to play a fine knock against an old rival.

As Rajasthan Royals’ bowling attack has two quality spinners in Ravichandran Ashwin and Yuzvendra Chahal – who will look to dominate on a spin-friendly Chennai track – former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar wants Dhoni to promote himself higher in the batting order. 

Speaking to Star Sports, Cricket Live Show, Sunil Gavaskar said, “I am hoping MS Dhoni promotes himself higher in the batting order. So that he gets to play more than two or three overs in the games. He can make that difference for CSK with his batting because he is capable of scoring big runs.”

Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh – who has been a part of CSK set-up in the past – claimed the people of Chennai and Tamil Nadu have accepted Dhoni as their own every time he steps into the field, and fans will cherish the moments. 

Speaking to Star Sports, Cricket Live Show, Harbhajan Singh said, “Dhoni was born in Ranchi, lives there as well but lives in the hearts of the people of Chennai. Will he play in IPL again after this season or not, it will be known at a later date, but Mahi’s return to this field is no less than a love story in itself.” 

Catch Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals, 12^th April 2023, 7.30 PM onwards, LIVE & Exclusive on the Star Sports Network

Krishna defeats Arhan in boys under-18 category at TNS PG Tennis tournament

Panaji, April  – Krishna Volvoikar defeated Arhan Gaonkar (6-1), while Avanish beat Devansh Naik (6-3) in the boys under-18 category during the ongoing TNS PG Tennis Tournament, which is underway at the Panjim Gymkhana in Panaji.

Nearly 140 Tennis players across eleven categories are participating in the state ranking Tennis tournament.

In another match in the veterans 45 years plus doubles category Sameer/Laxman beat Kedar/Allan (6-0) and Mackelroy/Mackinlay beat Robert/Bhaskar (6-3), while in the veterans 45 years plus singles category Richard Lockhart Smith beat Anupam Saksena (6-2) Ashwin Chandiok beat Sameer Kakodkar (6-1), Noel Noronha beat Kishor Metry (6-1), Rajnish Dhall beat Pralay Bakshi (6-2), Dmitry Smirnov beat Nikunj Gupta (6-2) and Mano Chhabra beat Gaurish Venctexa (6-0).

In the men’s singles category, Kishor Metry beat Laxman Alway (6-2), Saurabh Trivedi beat Eugene D’silva (7-6)(4), Bhalchandra Gaitonde beat Pratham Fadte (6-4), Nagesh Naik beat Pranav (6-1), Rohan Lotlikar beat Anup Sardesai (6-1) and Ravaru Dixit beat Dunstan Dias (6-0).

The tournament, which is co-organised by the Goa State Tennis Association and the Panjim Gymkhana, is critical for Goan professional Tennis players keen on enhancing their state rank.

Gukesh D Wins The Armageddon Championship Series: Asia& Oceania

BERLIN, Germany, April 10, 2023 – 16-year old Gukesh D, the second youngest Grandmaster in history, won the Asia & Oceania event in the Armageddon Championship Series 2023, organized by World Chess. With this dramatic win, he secured a place in the Grand Finale in September, along with the tournament’s runner-up, Nodirbek Abdusattorov.

Few minutes after the tournament, chess legend Vishy Anand said: “Congratulations, Gukesh D. An excellent achievement especially in a different time control…”

The Armageddon Championship Series is a unique and exciting chess tournament featuring six Armageddon games, rule-breaking moves, nail-biting drama, and sky-high heart rates. Top players like Nodirbek Abdusattorov, Parham Maghsoodloo, Yangyi Yu, Daniil Dubov, Karthikeyan Murali, Vladimir Kramnik, and Vidit Gujrathi have made this competition an exciting journey for chess enthusiasts worldwide.

The Armageddon Championship Series has become one of the most attractive and widely televised chess events of the year, with live broadcasts on over 17 online and TV platforms. The highlights of the tournament will be showcased around the world on platforms like CNBC, BeIN Sports, and FOX Australia. Technological innovations like real-time heart rate monitoring have generated much buzz in the world of chess over the past week.

World Chess has taken a unique approach in presenting the Armageddon Championship Series, with a visually captivating bespoke studio set that places players at the very heart of the game. This departure from traditional presentations showcases chess as dynamic, modern, and exhilaratingly dramatic. Chess has been leading the way in cutting-edge aesthetics for over a century, and the Armageddon Championship Series has the potential to redefine the next generation of visuals.

The next stage of the tournament, featuring eight women players Alexandra Kosteniuk, Humpy Koneru, Bibisara Assaubayeva, Sarasadat Khademalsharieh, Nana Dzagnidze, Gunay Mammadzada, Alina Kashlinskaya and Elisabeth Paehtz will take place from May 8 to May 14, following the same dramatic format and immense time pressure as the previous events. Chess fans can catch all the action and highlights on World Chess’s official YouTube channel.

Interesting facts about the highest heart rates:

• Yangyi Yu on April 5 recorded a heart rate of 163 bpm.
• Daniil Dubov on April 4 recorded a heart rate of 180 bpm.
• Vidit Gijrathi on April 5 recorded a heart rate of 164 bpm.
• Karthikeyan Murali on April 4 recorded a heart rate of 157 bpm.
• Parham Maghsoodloo on April 4 recorded a heart rate of 176 bpm.
• Nodirbek Abdusattorov on April 9 recorded a heart rate of 142 bpm.
• Gukesh D on April 6 recorded a heart rate of 137 bpm.
• Vladimir Kramink on April 4 recorded a heart rate of 159 bpm.

Hyderabad kick-off Hero Super Cup campaign with a win

Manjeri, Kerala: Hyderabad FC put in a solid display at the Payyanad Stadium to register a 2-1 victory over I-League side Aizawl FC in their first Group B clash of the Hero Super Cup 2023 campaign here in Manjeri on Saturday.

Joel Chianese (17’) and Joao Victor (51’, p) found the back of the net for Hyderabad while Ivan Vergas popped up with a goal with practically the last kick of the game.

HFC Head Coach Manolo Marquez named a much-changed lineup for this game with just three overseas players in the Starting XI. But his side started the game on the front foot, forcing Vanlal Hriatpuia into a couple of good saves at the start of the game.

Hyderabad found the back of the net after Joel Chianese was there to finish off a brilliant move started by Abdul Rabeeh. The local lad’s strong run set up Borja Herrera for a shot that was blocked. But the rebound fell to Chianese, who made no mistake from close range.

Hyderabad pushed hard, even as the Reds managed to put some pressure on the backline. But it was Hyderabad who doubled their lead, after coming on for the restart.

Aaren D’Silva, who was impressive all game, showed his strength to win a foul inside the Aizawl box and the referee pointed toward the spot. Joao Victor, who came off the bench stepped up and finished in style as Hyderabad cruised to a two-goal lead with over half an hour to play.

Aizawl pushed hard and did create a couple of decent chances before Ivan Vergas finally managed to beat Anuj Kumar on goal. Vargas found the far top corner from over 20 yards out, to pull one back, but it was too late for the visitors, who finished the game on the losing side.

Joel Chianese was named the Hero of the Match for an energetic performance but the likes of Rabeeh, Halicharan Narzary, Chinglensana Singh, Odei Onaindia, Sahil Tavora, and Reagan Singh put on a solid display to earn their side all three points.

Hyderabad FC are back in action in Round 2 when they take on East Bengal FC on Thursday, April 13 at the Payyanad Stadium in Manjeri in an 8:30 pm kick-off.

MI always a strong side at home but CSK are difficult team to beat on any ground: Mohammed Kaif

TATA IPL 2023 is set to make fans’ Saturday more special with two electrifying encounters as Rajasthan Royals will host Delhi Capitals in the opening game of the doubleheader.

The excitement will reach its crescendo by evening when Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings lock horns with each other in the evening encounter which is one of the highly-anticipated games of the season.

Former India cricketer Yusuf Pathan has backed Mumbai Indians to win the game as beating the five-time champions at Wankhede Stadium has always been an uphill task for the Super Kings. Yusuf Pathan, an IPL legend in every sense, went on to say that beating Mumbai in their backyard isn’t going to be easy for MS Dhoni-led CSK.

Speaking to Star Sports, the official broadcaster of TATA IPL, Yusuf Pathan said, “Fans in Mumbai will always want MS Dhoni to entertain them with his performance but wish Mumbai Indians to win the match. But you see it is difficult to beat MI at home. There have been 10 matches between CSK and MI at Wankhede Stadium so far and MI has won seven times. If you believe in the figures, then Mumbai Indians are definitely going to pocket those two vital points.”

Meanwhile former India cricketer Mohammed Kaif cautioned Mumbai Indians to not take CSK lightly because the Yellow Army is known for comebacks.

Speaking to Star Sports, the official broadcaster of TATA IPL, Md. Kaif said, “MI always looks strong at home but CSK is difficult to beat on any ground. In such a situation, MI will have to work hard at Wankhede to get their first two points of this season.”

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan cited the example of GT, LSG, RCB, and CSK – who won their first home games in TATA IPL 2023 – and backed Rohit Sharma and his Blue Brigade to come on top.

Speaking to Star Sports, the official TV broadcaster of TATA IPL, Irfan Pathan said, “It is difficult to pick one winner between MI and CSK but since MI is playing at home this time, they have better chances of winning this game.”

Speaking to Star Sports, the official TV broadcaster of TATA IPL, Tom Moody said, “In the 15 years of IPL, both CSK and MI share nine trophies between them. So, there’s a lot of pride in what these two extraordinary teams do and how they operate. These two teams have been doing well and the rivalry is good. It’s also going to be a big moment for MI captain Rohit Sharma as he’s playing at home and he might just come out all guns blazing tomorrow.”

Former India captain and legendary batter Krish Srikkanth had a word of advice for Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma.

Speaking to Star Sports, the official broadcaster of TATA IPL, K Srikkanth said, “Both these teams will be banking on their bowlers to come out victorious and the team which does well with the bat will win. So, my suggestion to Rohit Sharma should let go of any pressure he has taken on himself. He should look to play his natural game and express himself out there in the middle.”

5 cricket news & prediction platforms to follow this cricketing season

Cricket in India is more than just a sport. As one of the most followed and watched sports in the country, it’s an emotion that brings millions and millions of Indians together. This year, the fans are all pumped up to welcome the ODI World Cup in India. Apart from the millions watching it live on television and in stadiums, fans and enthusiasts scroll through multiple news sources – online and offline to get that exclusive insight. With the growing popularity of online fantasy sports, people now look for accurate and in-depth analysis for both pre and post-match.

Here are some top cricket news and prediction platforms that you can follow to get ahead of the usual chatter –

Cricket.com

Cricket.com is an AI prediction platform designed to offer in-depth and never seen cricket coverage. It delivers insights that give predictions on the game pertaining to momentum shifts, player performances, and simulators along with staples of live scores, news, and much more. At its core, the analysis is powered by Criclytics, an advanced algorithm-based data analytics platform that redefines how cricket is followed. The Cricket.com app has been installed over 10 million with more than 1 million active users.

Sports cafe

SportsCafe is a news and gaming platform aimed at using technology to cover all sporting actions specifically for Indian sports fans. It covers a variety of sports, including cricket, football, tennis, badminton, and kabaddi. The platform also offers features like live blogs, social media updates, and expert analysis to keep fans up to date with the latest happenings in the world of sports. It intends to leverage bot technology to use machine learning-based recommendations for each user where the AI understands the sporting interests of the user as they keep interacting with the bot.

Cricbuzz

Cricbuzz is an Indian cricket news website that shares real-time live match scores, series details, live commentary, player details, and more. Founded in 2004, Cricbuzz today has millions of app downloads. The website and app are available in multiple languages including English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Bengali

ESPN Cricinfo

ESPNcricinfo is one of the leading cricket websites and among the top single-sport websites in the world. It provides live scores, news, articles, and features related to cricket from around the world. The website is known for its comprehensive coverage of cricket and is a popular destination for cricket fans around the world.

Circle of Cricket

Circle of Cricket is a digital platform focused on providing the latest news, analysis, and commentary on cricket. It covers all formats of cricket, including international and domestic cricket, as well as various cricket leagues. The platform provides a range of content, including news articles, videos, podcasts, and social media updates.

Reliable and exclusive insights about sports are rare to find these days. With fantasy cricket coming into play, friends now compete amongst themselves and other players by using first-hand knowledge and information. The above platform helps you be on top of ‘everything cricket’ with in-depth analysis.

RCBVs MI Match at M Chinnaswamy Will Be the Biggest Match of Tata Ipl 2023: Harbhajan Singh

Bangalore, April 3, 2023: The first three games of TATA IPL 2023 were full of action and drama as we witnessed exhilarating performances from the players.

Star Sports, the official TV broadcasters of TATA IPL, emerged as the preferred destination for the viewers as they are witnessing the celebration of cricket on their television screens in the company of their family and friends.

While Punjab Kings came out victorious against Kolkata Knight Riders in the first doubleheader of TATA IPL, courtesy stellar show from Arshdeep Singh and Bhanuka Rajapaksa.

Lucknow Super Giants registered a clinical win over Delhi Capitals in their first-ever home game. England speedster Mark Wood hogged the limelight in the second doubleheader of the season by grabbing a five-for after TATA IPL debutant Kyle Mayers displayed the Caribbean Calypso with his blitzkrieg at Ekana Sports Complex.

Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh – who shared the dressing room with the English cricketer during TATA IPL 2018 – was mighty impressed with Wood’s effort with the ball in his first game for LSG. 

Speaking exclusively to Star Sports, the official TV broadcaster of TATA IPL, Harbhajan said, “When he played in the TATA IPL for the first time in 2018, he did not have the accuracy, that he showed today. He was playing this format for the first time in 2018 but he is a perfect bowler now and can be a game changer for Lucknow.”

Former South Africa legend Jacques Kallis lavished praise upon Shikhar Dhawan-led Punjab Kings for their clinical show against Kolkata Knight Riders. 

Speaking exclusively to Star Sports, the official TV broadcaster of TATA IPL, Kallis said, “It was a great start for them. They haven’t had the best TATA IPLs in the past. It was nice of them to bring a performance like that against a good side. So they will take the confidence from here and hopefully, they will go from strength to strength from this win.”

On the second doubleheader day of TATA IPL, fans are going to witness two highly-anticipated games as inaugural TATA IPL champions Rajasthan Royals face winners of TATA IPL 2016 Sunrisers Hyderabad in the first match on Super Sunday.

Harbhajan Singh has backed Sanju Samson-led Rajasthan Royals in the contest against Sunrisers Hyderabad – who will take to the field without their skipper Aiden Markram. 

Speaking exclusively to Star Sports, the official TV broadcaster of TATA IPL, Harbhajan said, “I will back Rajasthan Royals in the match against Sunrisers. They have Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson, and Yuzvendra Chahal. To me, RR looks like a balanced side. They seem to be a better side than SRH to me.”

The second game of the day will see five-time champions Mumbai Indians take on Royal Challengers Bangalore in the latter’s backyard. And Kallis believes M Chinnaswamy Stadium will be at its electrifying best as Virat Kohli returns to his adopted home after 1427 days in TATA IPL.  

Speaking exclusively to Star Sports, the official TV broadcaster of TATA IPL, Kallis said, “M Chinnaswamy is a noisy stadium, it’s a small ground. The opposition feels the pressure here as the crowd is on top of you. It’s tough for the visiting teams here. It’s great to have such passionate home fans. Hopefully, it’s a good wicket and we get to see a good contest. I can’t wait to watch this game.”

Subscribing to the comments of Kallis, Harbhajan Singh termed the match between RCB and MI as the biggest match of TATA IPL 2023 so far, claiming cricket fans couldn’t have asked for a better Sunday treat. 

Speaking exclusively to Star Sports, the official TV broadcaster of TATA IPL, Harbhajan said, “RCB vs MI match is going to be the biggest match of TATA IPL 2023 so far because two superstars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will be up against each other. Add to it, the electrifying atmosphere at Chinnaswamy. It couldn’t get better than this. Fans can’t afford to miss it as 200-plus runs can be scored in the first innings and it could be chased down as well. So it is going to be a mother of all contests in the TATA IPL 2023 so far.” 

Catch all the live action of the match RCB vs MI on Star Sports Network from 7:30 p.m.

Gravolite Partners with Yuva Kabaddi Series 2023

Gravolite, one of the leading sports mat manufacturers in India, became the official supplier of Kabaddi mats for the Yuva Kabaddi Series 2023.

The 4th Edition is to be held at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Balewadi, Pune. The Yuva Kabaddi Series will commence on March 30th, 2023, with sixteen teams, namely Ahmednagar District, Nashik District, and Mumbai. Shahar, Ratnagiri District, Kolhapur District, Thane District, Palghar District, Pune District, Mumbai Upnagar, Raigarh District, Sangli District,Parbhani District, Latur District, Dhule District, Nandurbar District, and Nanded District.

Gravolite mats will be used throughout the tournament, considering the infrastructural requirements kabaddi as a combat sport demands. These mats have been designed as per the international standards, keeping in mind the well-being of the athletes, while performing their respective games.

Vaibhav Somani, Director of Gravolite, said, “We are excited to be the official supplier of Yuva Kabaddi Series 2023. Kabaddi as a main-stream sports is slowly receiving the due recognition it deserves in the Indian sports industry. And with such tournaments, athletes from different backgrounds get the recognition on a larger platform and also the motivation to perform better. We have been manufacturing world-class kabaddi mats to safeguard the health and well-being of the players. Sometimes, playing such combat sports on the ground can cause severe injuries or lifelong disabilities to the athletes. But, with Gravolite Kabaddi Mats, they get the desired cushion base and floor padding, which helps athletes manoeuvre moves without having to sustain injury.” “He further added that it has always been a top priority for Gravolite to provide high-quality mats, designed and manufactured keeping in mind the international standards.”

Vikas K Gautam, CEO, Yuva Kabbadi Series mentioned, “ As the first professional Kabaddi league to introduce full black FOP, we have been widely appreciated by fans across the world. Gravolite produces the best quality Kabaddi mats, and we are delighted to have them as a partner for YKS. Our partnership with Gravolite represents a commitment to providing the highest quality mat experience, free of injury for our athletes and delivering an exceptional experience to our fans. With Gravolite’s contribution, we are confident that YKS will continue to grow and make a positive impact on the sport of Kabaddi. We look forward to a successful partnership with Gravolite and welcome them to the YKS family”.