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STAR SPORTS UNITES CRICKET WITH KABADDI!
National : Star Sports, India’s number one sports broadcaster has created a one-stop destination for all Indian fans to follow their favourite sport. With the country caught up with cricket fever, the network is gearing up for the second most watched sport after cricket with VIVO Pro Kabaddi League. The league is set to begin on July 20th and ahead of the big opening, Star Sports brings fans an amalgamation of cricket and Kabaddi with a few programming and marketing initiatives.
Integrating Kabaddi onto the largest cricketing platform by the network is an effort to showcase the growth of the league and to introduce popular Kabaddi heroes like MVP of season 6 ‘Hi-Flyer’ Pawan Sehrawat, ‘DUBKI KING and Record Breaker’ Pardeep Narwal, ‘Ice Man’ Ajay Thakur, RAID MACHINE and ‘Showman’ Rahul Chaudhari, SEASON 6 DEBUTANT ‘Baahubali’ Siddharth Desai and the Iranian ‘Sultan’ Fazel Atrachali.
VIVO PRO KABADDI is fast gaining traction across the country and has received a lot of LOVE and support from cricketers from INDIA and around the world.
Irfan Pathan and Brett Lee have indulged in a friendly Kabaddi match during the pre-show Philips Hue Cricket Live for the ICC Cricket World Cup. Stephen Fleming has played and motivated talented group of young kabaddi players. Captain cool Mahendra Singh Dhoni has lent his support by being part of the VIVO PKL Campaign. Shikhar Dhawan’s famous moustache look and his adopted celebratory Kabaddi Thigh Five will stay among all cricket and Kabaddi fans. Team India captain Virat Kohli is not far behind, he has graced his presence at various matches in the past and has enjoyed the sport as a spectator. Star Sports’ initiative of bringing cricketing fans closer to Kabaddi is one-step towards the sport growing leaps and bounds with every passing season. Through clever marketing initiatives, including branding during the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 to launching the main thematic campaign “ ISSE KUCH TOUGH NAHI" for VIVO PKL 7 during the games, the network has left no stone unturned in creative enough preseason buzz ahead on the July 20th opening in Hyderabad.
Another promo launched by Star Sports integrating Kabaddi in the cricketing field of play was with Pardeep Narwal. During a cricket match, Pardeep Narwal is seen shifting a sight screen with just one push – #ISSETOUGHKUCHNAHI to make sure the game goes on. When it comes to overcoming the toughest of challenges with a winning smile, no one does it better than the King – the promo beautifully integrates cricket and sums up that the Genius ‘Record Breaker’s strength and sheer POWER.
VIVO PKL SEASON 7, returns with a new format on July 20th 2019. The opening match will be between Telugu Titans and U Mumba followed by Season 6 champions Bengaluru Bulls taking on three-time champions, Patna Pirates. Fans can catch the LIVE coverage with telecast beginning at 7:00 pm and matches beginning at 7:30 pm on the Star Sports Network and Hotstar in multiple languages including Marathi, Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, English and Hindi.
Bali is full of memorable moments, and some of them involve animals. Temple monkeys tug at bags, beach dogs nap near sunbeds, and cats wander into cafés like they own the place. Most interactions are harmless, but a bite or scratch can change the day quickly, because you may need immediate medical care and follow-up treatment. This is where Bali travel insurance becomes more than a box to tick.
In this article, you will explore whether animal bite treatment is insured, the exclusions, and the steps to claim easily in Bali.
Why Animal Bites in Bali Need Special Attention
Bites are not only about the visible wound. Insurers and doctors both treat them as medical events that can pose an infection risk, especially when the bite breaks the skin.
A scratch that looks small in the moment can still lead to:
● A doctor’s examination and wound cleaning
● Medicines and dressings
● Follow-up consultations if the doctor advises observation or further care
From an insurance perspective, this matters because claims are usually assessed on medical necessity and documentation, not on how dramatic the injury appears in a photo.
How International Travel Insurance Looks at an Animal Bite
Most travel policies are built around emergency medical expenses for unexpected illness or accidental injury abroad. A bite or scratch usually fits the accidental injury bucket, but coverage is rarely blanket.
In many plans, the following may be considered if a doctor prescribes them and bills and medical notes support them:
● Consultation and outpatient treatment
● Emergency care and procedures, such as wound dressing or stitches, if clinically required
● Prescribed medicines and investigations
● Hospitalisation if the treating doctor confirms it is needed
Common Reasons Claims Get Reduced or Rejected
This is the part travellers often miss. Insurers usually do not deny claims because an animal was involved. Claims become difficult when the event looks avoidable, the reporting is delayed, or the paperwork is weak.
Avoidable-Risk Situations Insurers Scrutinise
Policies commonly exclude or limit claims linked to unsafe conduct or preventable exposure. For animal bites, scrutiny may increase if the incident appears connected to:
● Provoking, feeding, or trying to handle wild animals
● Ignoring warning signs at tourist spots
● Being intoxicated at the time of the incident
● Activities that a policy lists as excluded or restricted
The takeaway is simple: if your own description sounds like a risky choice rather than a sudden accident, the insurer may challenge it.
Delays, Missing Papers, and Policy Conditions
Even when your incident is genuinely accidental, claims can still stall due to basics such as:
● Not informing the insurer or assistance partner within the required time
● Missing itemised bills, prescriptions, or clinical notes
● No proof of travel dates or passport entry details when requested
● Submitting only pharmacy slips without a doctor’s consultation record
International travel insurance is paperwork-driven. If you document it well, you reduce the chance of avoidable back-and-forth.
What to Do If You Are Bitten or Scratched in Bali
Your health comes first, always. But a few sensible steps can protect your recovery and keep your insurance file clean.
Medical Steps That Help You and Your Claim
Act fast, stay calm, and get proper care before worrying about bills.
● Clean the wound promptly and seek medical care, even if it seems minor
● Follow the doctor’s advice, including follow-ups if recommended
● Avoid self-medicating in place of a clinical assessment, because insurers often ask for a doctor’s report
Claim Notes and Documents to Collect
Keep these handy; they’ll save time and avoid follow-up questions later.
● Doctor’s notes that mention the nature of injury, treatment given, and advised next steps
● Prescriptions and pharmacy invoices
● Itemised hospital or clinic bills
● A brief written note of where and when it happened, while it is still fresh in your mind
Final Word
Animal bites in Bali are not rare, and they are not always dramatic, which is exactly why travellers underestimate them. Many travel policies can cover bite-related medical treatment when it is accidental and medically necessary, but the outcome depends on your policy terms and the quality of your documentation. If you buy cover thoughtfully, keep the assistance number handy, and respond sensibly if an incident happens, you give yourself the best chance of both good medical care and a smoother claim experience.
