Nimbus Sport lines up sponsors for India-Pakistan cricket series

Apart from roping in Allianz and Hutch as title sponsors for the forthcoming Indo-Pak Test and ODI series, respectively, Nimbus Sport has lined up an array of blue-chip sponsors such as Grasim, Ultra Tech and Allied Bank of Pakistan, as well as in-stadia signage brands.

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Published: Jan 9, 2006 7:19 AM  | 3 min read
Nimbus Sport lines up sponsors for India-Pakistan cricket series

The passion that Pakistanis and Indians have for cricket has made any India-Pakistan Test series one of the most highly anticipated and watched sport events since its inception in 1952.

As is known, Allianz, one of the world’s largest financial services providers, is now looking at building its brand in India through a series of marketing activities. To begin with, Allianz has collaborated with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) as the title sponsor of the 2006 Pakistan-India Test series. Now known as the Allianz Cup, this sponsorship of the Test series is Allianz’s first foray into cricket sponsorship in Asia.

PCB’s official marketing partner, Nimbus Sport, one of the dominant names in sports media and marketing, holds all the sponsorship rights for Pakistan cricket from 2006-08 and has acquired the rights for cricket sponsorships for over $8 million that will exceed the sponsorship and in-stadia signage sales.

Nimbus, other than roping in Allianz and Hutch as title sponsors for the Test and ODI series, respectively, has lined up an array of blue-chip sponsors such as Grasim, Ultra Tech and Allied Bank of Pakistan, as well as in-stadia signage brands for the forthcoming Pakistan-India series.

Digvijay Singh, CEO, Nimbus Sport International, said, “Nimbus has always sought to introduce new clients for the benefit of sport sponsorship, and Cricket in particular, and given that the India-Pakistan series is the most important cricketing event of 2006 in both nations, and that Allianz is a growing force in both nations, it seemed only natural to propose a major sponsorship to Allianz. The Allianz decision to sponsor the 2006 Pakistan-India Test Series was, therefore, driven by the intention to expand and further leverage the Allianz brand in the Asia region.”

The new Nimbus Allianz relationship will further develop due to the breadth of Nimbus sports properties and the strong Allianz sporting sponsorship tradition. The two companies are together exploring pathbreaking sports initiatives in the region.

Steven Althaus, Vice-President, Marketing Communications, Allianz Group, said, “Allianz has a strong and proud sports sponsorship heritage, currently sponsoring marquee events like Formula One, The America’s Cup, The Ryder Cup, and The Allianz Arena in Munich. This premier cricket series is a welcome addition to our sponsorship and certainly adds to our global sponsorship strategy.”

Althaus added, “The decision to sponsor the 2006 Pakistan-India test series was driven by our intention to expand and further leverage the Allianz brand in Asia with particular focus on the Indian and Pakistani markets. As an insurer, it is important that our customers know that Allianz will deliver on its promise when they need us most. Having a strong brand that is recognised for being a trusted partner is key to our competitive edge, especially in such dynamic and fast growing markets.”

Singh said, “At Nimbus Sport, our constant endeavour is to add to the magnanimity of the sport by roping sponsors that add value to the game. We are truly proud to welcome Allianz to the 2006 Pakistan-India tournament sponsor family. Both the countries share a strong passion for the sport and India-Pakistan matches always attract high viewership involvement from all over the world. We are sure to meet with a vigorous response at this tournament too.”

Shaharyar Khan, Chairman, PCB said, “We are very pleased to welcome this global leader in financial services as the title sponsor of the test series and we look forward to a long-standing and successful partnership with Allianz to continue to grow the region’s passion and interest in this great series.”

The Allianz Cup Test Series between Pakistan and India national cricket teams will first be played in Lahore from January13-17, 2006, moving to Faisalabad from January 21-25 and then at Karachi from January 29-February 2.

The series will be telecast live on Ten Sports.

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E4M Our strategy is to target younger audiences through Sports: Rajiv Dubey, Dabur

The Head of Media at Dabur India spoke exclusively to exchange4media on the World Cup, associating with Indian Idol, the company’s digital spending and much more

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Published: Oct 27, 2023 6:15 PM  | 1 min read
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With quirky campaigns, memes and moment marketing, timed with the ongoing World Cup and particularly the India-Pakistan matches, Dabur India has got considerable consumer attention for its popular brands – Red Paste, Cool King Hair Oil, Chyawanprash, Dabur Vita and the recently launched Bae Fresh Gel toothpaste.

The 140-year-old company is going big on key sporting events, World Television Premiere (WTP) movies and reality shows. It is now gearing up to become the title sponsor of popular talent show ‘Indian Idol’ on Sony TV for the first time, shared Rajiv Dubey, who leads the media strategy at Dabur.

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Swapan Seth's new book 'COOL' is out

The book is a reflection of the author's 'eclectic taste across categories'

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Published: Oct 27, 2023 6:07 PM  | 1 min read
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Advertising professional and art collector Swapan Seth has announced the launch of his new book COOL. The book is described as "a ready reckoner to the hip and the happening, of the known and the very unknown."

The book is a reflection of the author's "eclectic taste across categories: from boltholes to exotic hideaways."

COOL has been published by Simon & Schuster India and is available on Amazon.

Seth is an ad veteran with a long and illustrious career in the industry. He became the youngest-ever Creative Director at Clarion at age 24. He was VP at 26 at Trikaya Grey. Two years later, he started his agency Equus.

He writes for publications such as The Economic Times, Hindustan Times and India Today. This is his second book and he has previously published THIS IS ALL I HAVE TO SAY.

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Disney Star signs 9 sponsors for Asia Cup PAK

Charged by Thums Up, Nerolac Paint+, Amazon Pay, Jindal Panther, My11Circle, MRF, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, Wild Stone and Thums Up come on board

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Published: Aug 26, 2023 11:48 AM  | 1 min read
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e4m Staff Disney Star has signed nine broadcast and digital streaming sponsors for the upcoming Asia Cup.

Charged by Thums Up, Nerolac Paint+, Amazon Pay, Jindal Panther, My11Circle, MRF, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, Wild Stone and Thums Up have come on board for the upcoming tournament.
As reported earlier by exchange4media, Disney Star has sought Rs 26 crore for the co-presenting sponsorship on TV and Rs 30 crore for Disney+ Hotstar.

According to industry sources, the associate sponsorship on Star Sports has been priced at Rs 19.66 crore, whereas for the ‘powered by’ sponsorship on Disney+ Hotstar, the broadcaster is seeking Rs 18 crore.

As per the information available with exchange4media, Disney+ Hotstar has three sponsorship tiers-- co-presenting (Rs 30 crore), powered by (Rs 18 crore) and associate sponsorship (Rs 12 crore). The broadcaster is offering an estimated reach of 120-140 million for co-presenting sponsors, 90-100 million for powered by and 60-70 million for associate sponsorship.

A spot buy for 10 seconds has been priced at Rs 25 lakh for the India vs Pakistan matches, while for the non-India matches, the ad rate for 10 second is Rs 2.3 lakh. The India matches plus the final for ODIs has been priced at Rs 17 lakh per 10 seconds.

Asia Cup is scheduled to be held from 30 August, 2023, to September 17, 2023.

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Sorted 360 wins creative & social media mandate of Reliance Mall

The agency will manage offline and online campaigns for Reliance Mall

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Published: Aug 26, 2023 10:54 AM  | 1 min read
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Sorted 360, an integrated creative and social media agency, has won the mandate to providing brand solutions for Reliance Malls across India.

“Sorted 360 is set to enhance Reliance Malls' market presence with their unparalleled creative prowess and strategic thinking,” read a press release.

“Sorted 360's commitment to pushing the boundaries of creative communication aligns perfectly with Reliance Malls' ethos. With a pan-India presence spanning across 19 cities and growing, Reliance Malls has consistently captivated customers by offering an array of Reliance brands and third-party fashion & lifestyle brands. The mall has established an unparalleled connection with its patrons through superior quality, a remarkable value proposition, and an unmatched shopping experience,” it read further.

"We are thrilled to welcome Sorted 360 as our trusted partner in advancing our brand presence across the nation," said the Head of Marketing at Relaice Malls. "Their proven expertise in retail, shopping center management, and innovative creative strategies make them the perfect fit for our vision."

"Partnering with Reliance Malls is a testament to our commitment to shaping extraordinary brand experiences," remarked Prerana Anatharam, Co-founder of Sorted 360. "We are excited to leverage our strategic and creative acumen to further elevate Reliance Malls as the epitome of convenience, choice, and excellence."

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KlugKlug onboards Hemang Mehta as Country Manager for Indias

Mehta was most recently Head of Agency Relationships at Network 18 Media & Investments

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Published: Aug 24, 2023 3:35 PM  | 1 min read
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KlugKlug has appointed Hemang Mehta as its Country Manager for India.

Mehta will play a pivotal role in driving KlugKlug's growth and expansion within the Indian market and be responsible for Sales & GTM Strategy

Prior to that, he has also represented organisations like Exponential (now VDX.tv), India Today Digital and Rediff.com. His expertise spans various domains including digital media sales, mobile marketing, media planning, and buying, social media marketing, and more.

Hemang Mehta expressed his enthusiasm about joining KlugKlug, saying, "I am thrilled to be a part of KlugKlug, a forward-thinking platform that is reshaping the influencer marketing landscape. As much as I look forward to collaborating with the exuberant team at KlugKlug, I am super excited to interact with the brands to deliver powerful data-backed Influencer solutions that will guarantee business outcomes."

Commenting on the appointment, Kalyan Kumar, Co-Founder and CEO of KlugKlug, stated, "We are excited to welcome Hemang Mehta to our team as the Country Manager for India. His extensive experience in digital media sales and marketing will be instrumental in driving our efforts to provide influencer marketing solutions to our clients. We believe Hemang's leadership will be key in scaling our operations and expanding our reach within the Indian market."

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