The public sports broadcaster, DD Sports has bagged the TV rights in India for the upcoming FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023.
Following DD Sports’s sub-licensing of the rights from 1Stadia, the coverage of the forthcoming women’s football tournament will be provided to football enthusiasts across India.
Prasar Bharti, CEO, Gaurav Dwivedi IAS said, “We are HAPPY to have secured the television broadcast rights for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023. This prestigious tournament not only showcases the immense talent and dedication of women in football but also serves as a platform to inspire the next generation of athletes. We are proud to partner with 1Stadia in this endeavour, as they share our passion for promoting sports and fostering a love for the game among fans.”
1Stadia CEO and Co-Founder Mr Sangeet Shirodkar said, “Our mission has to make the world’s most captivating sporting events accessible to fans everywhere. We are thrilled to have partnered with DD Sports for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023. This tournament represents an extraordinary celebration of talent, dedication, and sportsmanship. Through this partnership, we are committed to driving positive change, empowering women in sports, and inspiring millions of fans to rally behind their favorite teams.”
Prior to this development, FanCode also acquired rights to exclusively provide digital coverage of the competition in India.
The epitome of women’s football competition will kick off tomorrow i.e. July 20, 2023, and will go until August 20. The tournament will be hosted by Australia and New Zealand.