This article contains information regarding the organisations enjoying a strong branding presence across Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Chennai Super Kings’ (CSK) physical and digital assets as their official sponsors and partners for the 2025 season.
Official Partners
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways, the flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates, came on board as an official sponsor of the Chennai Super Kings in February 2024, ahead of IPL 2024.
As part of the deal, Etihad aims to elevate the fan experience by engaging in activities, promotions, and unique initiatives.
The partnership entails Etihad being showcased via the CSK jersey (on the back), physical and digital activations, and fan activities at events and matches. It also sees Etihad offer exclusive deals to the Super Kings fanbase.
FedEx
In Dec 2024, Express Transportation company, FedEx signed a multi-year sponsorship deal with the Chennai Super Kings.
As part of the deal, FedEx became CSK’s Principal Sponsor and Official Logistics Partner. As part of this collaboration, the FedEx logo will feature prominently on the back of the team’s matchday and training jerseys.
Gulf India
The Indian arm of the Pittsburgh-headquartered global oil company has been a Principal Partner and front-of-shirt sponsor of the CSK since 2011.
Gulf’s logo can be seen on the front of the team’s matchday shirt, on the top left corner. It is the longest partnership deal for any franchise in the IPL’s 18-year history.
British Empire
British Empire, a brand of SNJ Distilleries, is a sponsor of the Chennai Super Kings from 2020. The deal was last renewed in 2023.
As part of the deal, the SNJ 10000 logo features on the left sleeve of the jersey and the British Empire logo appears on the back of the helmet.
RAYZON Solar
In March 2025, Rayzon Solar, an Indian solar energy solutions provider, announced that it had extended its partnership agreement with the Gujarat Titans while also partnering with the Chennai Super Kings for the 2025 IPL season.
Rayzon Solar will continue as CSK’s official renewable energy partner, supporting the team’s efforts to promote sustainability. The company manufactures solar panels, and providing advanced energy solutions for residential and commercial use.
Astral Pipes
In March 2021, The Ahmedabad-headquartered plumbing and drainage systems manufacturer was announced as the official Partner of the CSK.
In 2024, Astral Pipes again signed a sponsorship deal with CSK along with Gujarat Giants, Lucknow Super Giants, Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians franchise.
Equitas Small Finance Bank
In February 2024, the Chennai Super Kings announced a partnership agreement with Equitas Small Finance Bank, roping it in as their Official Banking Partner.
The partnership puts the Equitas logo on the CSK helmets. The two parties also work on various co-branded activations.
JSW Paints
JSW Paints, an Indian paint manufacturing company owned by the JSW Group, was roped in as an official sponsor by the Chennai Super Kings ahead of IPL 2024.
Vision 11
Vision11, the flagship product of Fantasy Sports Vision11 Pvt Ltd, announced a partnership deal with the Chennai Super Kings ahead of IPL 2023.
As per the deal, Vision11 acts as the official associate sponsor of the Super Kings. The deal also includes Vision11 logo placements on the caps and helmets of the CSK players.
Baashyaam
In February 2025, Chennai-based real estate developer Baashyaam Constructions signed a partnership deal with the Chennai Super Kings.
As per the deal, Baashyaam will act as an associate sponsor for CSK.
City Union Bank
In March 2025, City Union Bank formed a collaboration with the Chennai Super Kings as their official partner.
As part of the deal, the bank is launching a co-branded Credit card with special discounts, match tickets, merchandise, and other benefits for the CSK fans.
Coca Cola
Ahead of IPL 2023, the Chennai Super Kings roped in American multinational non-alcoholic beverage giant Coca-Cola as an official partner.
PlayR
PlayR specialises in apparel, sports equipment, bicycles, and accessories across sports, age, gender, and lifestyle.
The Super Kings roped in PlayR as their Official Merchandising Partner ahead of IPL 2023.
As per the agreement, PlayR exclusively manufactures and sells CSK teamwear and branded equipment.
Boldfit
BoldFit, an Indian health and fitness company, became an official partner of the Chennai Super Kings ahead of the 2024 Indian Premier League season
Refex
In March 2025, the Chennai Super Kings signed a deal with the Refex Group making them their official partner for the upcoming season.
Hello FM
Hello FM is one of many private FM networks that work from different locations across Tamil Nadu.
After being associated with the Chennai Super Kings during the 2011 and 2012 IPL seasons as their official radio partner, Hello FM returned on the CSK sponsorship portfolio ahead of the 2023 IPL season.
Fever FM
Fever FM, an Indian radio station owned by HT Media, the publisher of Hindustan Times, first became the official radio partner of the Chennai Super Kings, the Mumbai Indians, the Kolkata Knight Riders, and the Delhi Daredevils (now “Delhi Capitals”) in 2018.
Ahead of the 2024 IPL season, the CSK roped in the nationwide FM station as one of its official sponsors.
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