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Ashish Limaye bags gold and bronze at Montelibretti 2026 event
Indian rider shines in Italy, gains ground ahead of higher-level tests
MUMBAI: Ashish Limaye delivered a strong performance on the international stage, clinching both gold and bronze at the FEI Eventing Competition Montelibretti 2026 held in Italy earlier this month.
Competing against riders from across the globe, Limaye secured the top podium finish in the CCI 2 Long Format riding Easy Turn, registering a score of 30.2 in a field that featured participants from five nations. He followed it up with a bronze medal in the CCI 2 Short Format aboard Willy Be Dun, scoring 32 in a much larger and highly competitive pool of 66 riders representing nine countries.
Reflecting on the outing, Fédération Equestre Internationale event rider Ashish Limaye said, “Riding at Montelibretti was amazing. To compete with such talented riders from around the world was fantastic. I’m really happy with the results and the effort our team has put in.”
Beyond the podium finishes, Limaye also achieved a milestone result on D’Avril du Pinier, earning a Minimum Eligibility Requirement, bringing him closer to qualifying for the FEI World Equestrian Games.
While the Montelibretti competition was not a direct qualifier for major multi-sport events, it serves as a crucial stepping stone as Limaye prepares to move up to the more demanding CCI 3 level.
With momentum firmly on his side, the Indian rider now looks set to build on this success as he targets bigger stages in the global equestrian circuit.
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Gujarat Titans unveil 37-partner roster for IPL 2026
Franchise strengthens commercial ecosystem with mix of renewals and new associations.
MUMBAI: Gujarat Titans just assembled a 37-partner lineup so strong, even the opposition is checking the team sheet twice because when your sponsor list reads like a who’s who of trust and innovation, the trophy cabinet starts feeling a little more crowded. Gujarat Titans have announced a robust partner ecosystem of 37 brands for the 2026 IPL season, reflecting both momentum and maturity as the franchise builds on its title-winning foundation from 2022.
At the core of the lineup is Birla Estates as principal partner on the front of the jersey, anchoring a strong on-kit presence that includes long-standing partners such as Torrent, BKT Tyres, Jio, Astral Pipes and Livpure. New on-field integrations feature Google Pixel, Grew Solar and IGI, while Equitas has upgraded from helmet branding to the team jersey.
Beyond the kit, the diversified portfolio spans global technology platforms like Google (Search & Gemini) and travel brand Airasia, alongside mass-market names such as Campa, Budweiser 0.0, Amul, Dream11 and Scapia. Gaming and youth-focused partners include Krafton (Real Cricket), Pokémon and Big Ant, while service-led categories are represented by Bharat Taxi, Finkeda, Next Care Inc., HCG Hospital and Max Fresh.
Fan engagement remains a priority, with Bookmyshow continuing as ticketing partner, and Radio Mirchi and Fever strengthening regional reach. The franchise is also expanding its consumer footprint through merchandise and licensing collaborations with T10, EM, Hapipola, Baller Athletik, Versant, Chupps, Cricket Icons and Valiente.
Gujarat Titans chief operating officer Colonel Arvinder Singh said, “We are happy to be associated with a growing number of partners year-on-year who align with the Gujarat Titans ethos and continue to place their trust in us. This shared belief allows us to build deeper, long-term relationships that go beyond visibility and focus on delivering consistent value both on and off the field.”
The expanded partner base underscores Gujarat Titans’ strategy of creating sustained commercial value while deepening fan connections within the TATA IPL ecosystem.
In a league where every sponsor wants to score big, Gujarat Titans have built an all-star lineup off the field proving that when trust meets ambition, even the commercial game becomes worth watching.
