IPL 2026 Team Sponsors and Partners: Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
This article contains information regarding the organisations enjoying a strong branding presence across the assets of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as their official sponsors and partners for the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season.
Official Partners
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways, the flag carrier of the UAE, 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 works towards elevating the CSK fans’ 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 Super Kings events and matches. It also sees Etihad offer exclusive deals to the CSK fanbase.
FedEx
In December 2024, US multinational express transportation company FedEx signed a multi-year sponsorship deal with the Super Kings.
As per the deal, FedEx serves as CSK’s Principal Sponsor and Official Logistics Partner. Its logo features prominently on the back of the team’s matchday and training jerseys.
Ashok Leyland
This partnership agreement is a continuation of their earlier long-standing collaboration with the Gulf India brand.
As part of the deal, the Ashok Leyland brand logo will feature prominently on the right chest of the CSK matchday jersey.
Gulf Oil
The Indian arm of the Pittsburgh-headquartered global oil company has been a Principal Partner since 2011.
The partnership has evolved over the years as Gulf Oil has renewed its association with CSK as their Official Lubricants Partner for four more years starting from the 2026 IPL season.
The renewal will see both parties collaborate for marketing campaigns, digital activations and fan engagement activities.
British Empire
British Empire, a brand of SNJ Distilleries, has been a sponsor of the Super Kings since 2020.
As part of the deal, the brand logo of the British Empire beer brand will feature on the left sleeve of the CSK jersey.
The deal between the two parties was last renewed in 2023.
Astral Pipes
In March 2021, the Ahmedabad-headquartered plumbing and drainage systems manufacturer was announced as an Official Partner of CSK.
In 2024, Astral Pipes again partnered with CSK, also announcing deals with the Gujarat Giants, the Lucknow Super Giants, the Punjab Kings, and the Mumbai Indians. The brand logo also features on the sleeve of the CSK matchday jersey.
Equitas Small Finance Bank
In February 2024, the Super Kings announced a partnership 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.
Baashyaam Constructions
In February 2025, Chennai-based real estate developer Baashyaam Constructions signed a partnership agreement with the Super Kings, coming on board as an associate sponsor.
The deal also entails the brand logo to feature on the right leg of the CSK Matchday trousers.
City Union Bank
In March 2025, City Union Bank signed a collaboration agreement with the Super Kings, coming on board as an official partner.
Apart from branding rights, the partnership entails the Kumbakonam-based bank issuing a CSK-branded credit card, which comes with special discounts, match tickets, merchandise, and other benefits.
Coca-Cola
Ahead of IPL 2023, the 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. The Super Kings roped in as their Official Merchandising Partner ahead of IPL 2023.
As per the agreement, PlayR exclusively manufactures and sells CSK team wear and branded equipment.
The latest renewal happened ahead of the 2025 IPL season.
Hello FM
Hello FM is one of many private FM networks operating across different locations in Tamil Nadu.
Having been associated with the 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.
In March 2026, Hello FM renewed the partnership for the 2026 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, CSK roped in the nationwide FM station as an official sponsor.
Surf Excel Matic
In April 2025, Surf Excel Matic and CSK announced their partnership for the 2025 IPL season.
The brand is still listed as an official partner on CSK’s official website.
Amul Protein
Amul Protein announced its team-up with the Super Kings in March 2025, coming on board as their Official Protein Partner for the 2025 IPL season.
As per the deal, Amul is offering a discount of 10% on its website using the code “CSK10”.
The brand is still listed as an official partner on CSK’s official website.
Skybags
As part of the deal, Skybags will launch co-branded range of CSK luggage and backpacks. The luggage will be priced from INR 4590 and the backpacks will start from INR 1999.
The collection will be made available through Skybags retail outlets, e-commerce platforms and the Official CSK website.
BonBloc AI
As per the deal, the brand logo will feature on the right sleeve of the CSK jersey. BonBloc’s aim through this partnership is to use AI and blockchain technologies to enhance the data analytics for performance improvement of the team and also promote fan engagement.
TECNO
In March 2026, TECNO Mobile partnered with CSK for the IPL 2026 season.
The deal entails the TECNO brand logo to feature on the back of the CSK Helmets and the CSK players also featuring in their brand campaigns on social media platforms.
Vodafone Idea (Vi)
As part of the deal, Vi will work towards enhancing fan experiences with innovative digital campaigns, engaging content, special contests and promotions which also giving away exclusive rewards for the fans. The Vodafone Idea brand logo will also feature on the left leg of the CSK matchday trousers.
BGMI
The Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) will incorporate team identities into a digital fan engagement platform where fans can interact with the virtual representation of their favourite players.
Pulkit TMT
As part of the deal, Pulkit TMT bars will be integrated into the CSK ecosystem and will have visibility through brand campaigns on social and digital platforms.
Pure Nutrition
The agreement will see the Indian nutrition brand support the CSK team’s performance, recovery and endurance with the help of their supplements. The brand will also leverage the popularity of the CSK franchise to drive awareness around sports nutrition.
HyveSports
As part of the deal, Hyve will design, manufacture and distribute the official CSK merchandise including player jerseys, bags and other accessories. The partnership will include 29 co-branded products, including fan jerseys, polo shirts, casual wear, arm sleeves, totes, sling bags, duffle bags, caps, and steel bottles.
The merchandise will be available on the HyveSports online store, the Official CSK Store and other selected retail outlets.
Navi UPI
As part of the deal, Navi UPI became the Official Payments Partner of the CSK for the IPL 2026 season and will have on-ground visibility and fan engagement through a “Cheerleader Partnership” with CSK.
Snapchat
The partnership was announced at CSK’s pre-IPL fan event, ROAR 2026 hosted at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
The partnership will have Snapchat introduce an in-stadium Snap Camera integration which will be displayed across the stadium’s LED screens.
