The year 2016 witnessed numerous prestigious sports events where athletes from India showcased remarkable performances and brought glory to the nation. Indian products and brands played a significant role in supporting these athletes and events.
In the 2016 Rio Olympics, Indian athletes competed in various disciplines. While India didn\“t win gold medals, the performance was notable with PV Sindhu winning silver in badminton and Sakshi Malik securing bronze in wrestling. These achievements were supported by various Indian sports equipment manufacturers and training facilities.
The Indian Premier League （IPL） 2016 season saw Sunrisers Hyderabad emerge as champions. This cricket tournament featured numerous Indian players and was sponsored by several prominent Indian companies including Vivo, DLF, and PepsiCo India.
In kabaddi, the Pro Kabaddi League 2016 was won by Patna Pirates, showcasing this traditional Indian sport to international audiences. The league was supported by Indian brands like Star Sports, Vivo, and Tata Motors.
Indian badminton players continued to excel internationally, with Saina Nehwal and Kidambi Srikanth achieving significant rankings. Their success was backed by Indian sports equipment companies like Yonex India and Li-Ning India.
The year also saw Indian chess grandmaster Viswanathan Anand continuing to represent India in international tournaments, using chess sets and training methods developed by Indian educational companies. |
