Rajasthan Royals inks new deal with Oaksmith Packaged Drinking Water
Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Rajasthan Royals (RR) have announced a new partnership with Suntory Global Spirits’ brand, Oaksmith Packaged Drinking Water, who will join the IPL 2008 champions as an Official Partner, for the upcoming IPL 2026 season. Oaksmith will have branding presence on the top right chest of Rajasthan Royals’ playing kit along with on-ground presence on matchdays. Oaksmith and Rajasthan Royals will also work together on various content campaigns and fan engagement activities through the IPL 2026 season.
Alok Chitre, COO, Rajasthan Royals, commented,
“Rajasthan Royals is as much about the culture around the game as it is about the action on the field. Our partnership with Oaksmith reflects a shared intent to engage with fans in ways that feel authentic, contemporary, and relevant to how the new generation experiences cricket. Through Oaksmith Style Studio, we look forward to creating meaningful visibility and fan-first moments throughout the season.”
Rishi Walli, Senior Director – Marketing & IMFL, Suntory Global Spirits, said,
“Rajasthan Royals have consistently represented a mindset of ambition, and belief in doing things differently, which aligns with Oaksmith’s philosophy of standing tall and pegging it higher. Our association with Rajasthan Royals offers a unique opportunity where new standards in style, and fandom come together, and Oaksmith Style Studio allows us to bring this spirit alive in a manner that is engaging for our consumers.”
Neeraj Kumar, MD, Suntory Global Spirits India, added,
“Partnering with Rajasthan Royals aligns with our intent to associate Oaksmith with platforms that hold strong cultural relevance in India. The annual high-octane season continues to be one of the country’s most influential shared moments, and Rajasthan Royals represent a franchise that reflects a bold ambition and modern thinking. This partnership allows Oaksmith to engage meaningfully with how today’s audiences experience cricket as part of a broader cultural landscape.”
