India to play Asia Cup 2025 without Dream 11 as sponsor of Indian Cricket due to..., confirms BCCI

India will play the Asia Cup 2025 without Dream11 as sponsor after BCCI ended ties due to the new Online Gaming Bill. Which brand will replace Dream11 as Team India’s sponsor?

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BCCI and Dream11 relationship ends

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Dream11 have officially ended their relationship. This big decision was taken after the Online Gaming Regulation Bill 2025 was passed in Parliament.

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Statement of Devajit Saikia

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed that the cricket board will not be associated with any such organization in the future. He clearly said that there will be no scope for violation of rules.

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Big blow to sponsorship

According to a PTI report, Dream11 and My11Circle together used to contribute around Rs 1,000 crore to the BCCI. This includes the title sponsorship of Team India and the IPL.

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Expensive contract also ends now

Dream11 had a contract of US$ 44 million (about Rs 358 crore) from 2023 to 2026. But now this contract will end due to the new law.

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Government's strict law

The bill clearly states that no person can offer, promote, or advertise online money gaming services. This provision has proved to be the biggest setback for fantasy sports companies.

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Dream11's official stand

The company issued a statement saying that it has always followed the law and will continue to do so. Dream11 admitted that progressive law would have been a better option, but now they will fully comply with the 'Online Gaming Bill 2025'.

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Impact on cricketers' earnings

Not only the board, but the personal sponsorship of many Indian cricketers will also be affected by this decision. Advertising contracts from apps like Dream11 may now stop on a large scale.