In an exciting turn of events for football enthusiasts across India, Viacom18 has secured the broadcasting rights for the Indian Super League (ISL) and Indian football matches until March 2025. The 10th season of the ISL is set to kick off on September 21, 2023, and Viacom18 is all geared up to be the exclusive media rights holder for this premier football league.
Here’s what you need to know in a nutshell: Viacom18 Scores Big
Viacom18’s Winning Streak
Viacom18 Media Private Limited is set to be the ‘new home of Indian Football’ for the 2023-24 and 2024-25 seasons. This media giant will serve as the exclusive media rights holder for ISL, covering both Digital and Linear TV platforms.
A Grand Kick-off
The 10th ISL season will commence on September 21 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Kochi. The opening match promises to be a blockbuster, featuring a clash between Kerala Blasters FC and Bengaluru FC.
Multilingual Delight
Viacom18 recognizes India’s diverse audience, and hence, ISL matches will be telecast in multiple languages. To make it even more accessible, ISL matches will also be streamed for free on JioCinema, Viacom18’s digital streaming platform.
Digital Pioneers
Viacom18’s JioCinema has a track record of bringing pioneering viewing experiences, having streamed events like the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and the TATA IPL. This legacy will continue with ISL, ensuring an unparalleled digital experience for football fans. The Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL), the organization behind ISL, envisions revolutionizing Indian football. Viacom18 shares this vision and aims to grow the consumption of football in the country.
What They Say: Viacom18 Scores Big
A spokesperson from FSDL expressed their pleasure in partnering with Viacom18, citing their shared vision for Indian football’s growth. Viacom18’s spokesperson highlighted their excitement about contributing to the development of the sport in India. ISL Season 10 will feature matches kicking off at prime time, with double headers starting earlier in the evening at 5:30 PM.
For football lovers, watching ISL is now as easy as downloading JioCinema on iOS & Android. Keep up with the latest updates, news, scores, and videos by following Sports18 on Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.
With Viacom18’s involvement, Indian football is poised to reach new heights, attracting a broader and more passionate audience. So mark your calendars for the ISL kick-off and get ready for an unforgettable football season, courtesy of Viacom18’s Sports18 and JioCinema.
This is a thrilling time for Indian football, and Viacom18 is here to stoke the renewed interest of every Indian football lover. Stay tuned for a season of footballing action like never before!
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