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Oppo plans marketing blitz for ICC WT20
MUMBAI: The official global partner of ICC in the mobile category for four years Oppo Mobiles has announced a 360-degree marketing campaign to drive the fever of cricket to new heights. With these initiatives, Oppo is bringing cricket fans closer to all the excitement and action on ground, offering them a chance to witness the matches live.
The marketing campaign aims to take the spirit of cricket to the nook and corner of India reaching out to every individual cricket fan. It is an online and offline (in stadium) approach targeted at an audience hooked to T20 World Cup through digital platforms and present in the stadium respectively.
Under this campaign, Oppo has also come out with the Oppo F1 ICC WT20 limited edition phone. It is a one of its kind limited edition product designed especially for the T20 Cricket World Cup and is an extension of the successful Oppo F1, a delight for selfie lovers.
Commenting on the marketing campaign, international mobile business Oppo global VP, MD and Oppo India president Sky Li siad, “We at Oppo Mobiles value our consumers and their passions. Cricket is a passion in India for millions of viewers and this 360-degree campaign is an initiative to bring together these cricket fans and cheer for India. Oppo wants to join in the cricket fervor by giving people a chance to watch their favorite team play live.”
In Stadium initiatives:
Toss O-Fans: Under this initiative, Oppo will send Oppo fans from #WT20SelfieExpert contest, an online selfie campaign, to join the TOSS session for each World T20 match. The winner will get a lanyard for temporary ground access. A Selfie with both captains and the picture will be taken by the ICC Getty Images photographer. The toss mascot will carry the specially minted coin to the wicket, which will be provided by the ICC venue sponsorship manager who will walk the mascot to the wicket. The mascot will then hand over the coin to the match referee (camera coverage) and then step back.
OLLIE Walking Around: OLLIE, the mascot of Oppo , will be a source of entertainment this World Cup T20. 15 OLLIES will be walking in the concourse, and 5 in the stands. They will be engaging with the audience while holding a selfie stick and taking selfies with audience.
Match Partner Day: Oppo is also the official match partner for the following matches:
• New Zealand Vs. India match, 15th March, Nagpur
• Pakistan Vs. Q1A, 16th March, Kolkata
• Australia Vs. New Zealand, 18th March, Dharamsala
• Sri Lanka Vs. England, 26th March, Delhi
As the official match partner, a designated sponsor representative from OPPO can present the “Man of the Match” award.
Oppo Moment: A consumer engagement initiative – the audience will be joining an online selfie contest and uploading a selfie. Oppo will choose 3 winners and the winner selfies will be showcased on the sight- screen at few times during the duration of the match.
VIP Hospitality Room: Oppo will be facilitating 18 charging stations across Mohali, Mumbai, Dharamsala, Kolkata, Delhi, Bangalore, Nagpur along with 6 umbrellas for each stadium for media usage.
ICC Truck Tour:
Oppo was also recently a part of the ICC- UNICEF’s Swachh Clinics initiative where underprivileged kids got a chance to click selfies with the ICC World Twenty20 2016 Trophy.
Apart from the above, Oppo also has 2 selfie stations in each stadium (concourse); 1 phone model for each stadium, on-ground (product placement); branding exposures – 3D Mat, Stump, Telescope flag, Billboard, Background (Media Interview), Replay screen, Perimeter Boards, Sight Screen, Boundary Rope, 4/6 placard and Bam Bam stick distribution.
Online campaigns:
#WT20SelfieExpert: A microsite will be hosted on the Oppo website and audiences can participate by uploading their selfies on Facebook and Twitter with#WT20SelfieExpert. Winners will be selected randomly and declared on them icrosite and Oppo Official Facebook and Twitter page. The winners will have a chance to either be a part of Toss O-Fans, or have his/her selfie chosen for Oppo moments, win ICC WT20 limited edition F1 phones or receive VIP tickets for the World cup finals.
Oppo Shot of the Day and Daily Show in association with ICC: Oppo branded section titled ‘Oppo shot of the Day’ within the Gallery page on the ICC website. The images will sit on an Oppo branded page and will be promoted across ICC digital social media platforms.
An ‘Oppo shot of the day’ section will be included on ICC’s daily show on cricket. This show will be promoted on ICC digital/social assets. The ‘daily show’ focuses on content filmed behind the scenes at the event.
College Campaign: Oppo is organizing a college campaign which will be running from15 March to 3 April, in Delhi, Mohali, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Chennai, during the ICC World T20. Students will gather in a college venue and have a chance to watch live cricket together. They could also experience Oppo products and win lovely goodies by joining cricket quiz session.
Retail campaign
Starts from 1 March to 25 March. All customers of Selfie Expert Oppo F1 stand a chance to win tickets for the WT20 final.
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India’s experience economy grows as live events market hits Rs 17,000 crore
EY-Parthenon and BookMyShow report finds 78 per cent Indians prefer experiences over products
MUMBAI: India’s live entertainment scene is no longer just about music, comedy or festivals. It is increasingly becoming a powerful stage for brands seeking deeper connections with consumers.
A new report titled Beyond Attention, Into Immersion by EY-Parthenon and BookMyShow suggests that India’s experience economy is entering a strong growth phase, driven by consumers who are choosing memorable moments over material purchases.
According to the study, the country’s live events ecosystem, which includes concerts, comedy tours, festivals and immersive exhibitions, is estimated to reach around Rs 17,000 crore in 2025. The growth reflects a broader cultural shift in how Indians spend their time and money.
The report finds that 78 per cent of Indian consumers now prefer spending on experiences rather than physical products. From attending concerts and festivals to participating in interactive brand installations, audiences are increasingly seeking engagement, community and shareable moments.
This change in consumer behaviour is particularly evident among younger audiences who want to participate rather than simply watch. Instead of passively consuming entertainment, many now look for experiences that allow them to interact, express themselves and connect with like minded communities.
For marketers, this shift has turned experiential marketing into a strategic priority rather than a promotional add on. Brands are moving away from interruption driven advertising and towards immersive formats that allow consumers to discover, test and emotionally connect with products.
The report suggests that experiential marketing now plays a role across the entire consumer journey. It can spark brand discovery, strengthen storytelling, encourage product trials and ultimately influence purchase decisions and loyalty.
The impact is already visible. Post event surveys conducted among 7,450 attendees at major events including Lollapalooza India and concerts by Ed Sheeran and Guns N’ Roses highlight the effectiveness of these experiences.
Around 59 per cent of attendees recalled brands they interacted with during the events, while 55 per cent said those interactions increased their likelihood of purchasing from the brand. A further 63 per cent reported that brand activations actually enhanced their event experience rather than distracting from it. Nearly 29 per cent also said the interaction improved their perception of the brand.
Brands are also changing the way they approach events. Instead of simply putting logos on stages or banners, companies are building experiences into the fabric of the event itself.
Financial services brands, for example, are offering early ticket access, exclusive lounges and curated event experiences for cardholders. Fashion and beauty companies are using festivals to showcase products through pop ups, interactive installations and social media friendly spaces that encourage visitors to share their experiences online.
The scope of experiential marketing now stretches far beyond live entertainment. Retailers are designing experiential stores where customers can explore products in lifelike environments. Entertainment platforms are extending popular intellectual properties into immersive exhibitions and fan events. Technology is also playing a growing role through augmented reality and virtual try on tools that blend digital discovery with physical interaction.
Cultural festivals remain one of the most powerful platforms for such engagement in India. Celebrations such as Navratri and Holi bring together large communities, emotional participation and heightened consumer spending. For brands, these moments offer an opportunity to become part of the celebration rather than simply advertise around it.
Despite the momentum, the report notes that some companies still hesitate to adopt experiential marketing at scale. Budget constraints, limited expertise and uncertainty around measuring return on investment remain common concerns.
However, the growing body of data around consumer engagement and brand impact is gradually addressing these challenges. More marketers are expected to allocate a larger share of their budgets to experiential formats over the coming years.
Taken together, the findings point to a clear trend. As consumers seek meaning, memories and moments worth sharing, live experiences are emerging as one of the most powerful ways for brands to stay relevant in a crowded media landscape.
