Killer Jeans maker now jersey sponsor of Indian cricket team; MPL out

The cricket body, according to persons in the know, has asked Byju's to continue as the Team India jersey sponsor until March 31, 2023, after which it may announce a replacement

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has found a replacement for one of the two jersey sponsors of Team India. The cricket body has signed Kewal Kiran Clothing, the maker of Killer Jeans, as the official partner of the Indian cricket team for five months (until May 31, 2023), the company said in a statement on Friday.

Kewal Kiran Clothing, which also owns brands such as Lawman and Integriti, replaces gaming firm MPL, which has been keen to exit its jersey sponsorship, BCCI sources said. Under this deal, the flagship brand (Killer) is on display on the