BCCI Seals ₹270 Crore Gemini Deal for IPL 2026, AI Takes Center Stage in Cricket

• BCCI has signed a three-year sponsorship deal worth ₹270 crore with Google's AI platform Gemini.
• The partnership is set to begin with the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, running from March 26 to May 31.
• This deal highlights the growing presence of artificial intelligence companies in Indian cricket, following ChatGPT's sponsorship of the Women's Premier League (WPL).
• The agreement comes after regulatory changes, including the Indian government's ban on real money gaming, which led to the exit of previous sponsors like Dream11.
• Gemini's involvement is expected to enhance league branding and fan engagement initiatives across the IPL.

Why It Matters: BCCI secures a major ₹270 crore sponsorship with Google's Gemini, marking AI's growing influence in Indian cricket.