Prasar Bharati to Broadcast Major Sports Events on DD Sports

Prasar Bharati announced the telecasting of the T20 World Cup, the Paris Olympics, and Wimbledon on DD Sports. CEO Gaurav Dwivedi made this announcement during a media interaction. Negotiations are underway with global sports bodies for additional content. The channel will feature India's tours, the Paris Paralympics, and other major sports events.

In a significant move, Prasar Bharati on Monday revealed that it will broadcast major international sporting events, including the ongoing T20 World Cup, the upcoming Paris Olympics, and Wimbledon, on its DD Sports channel. CEO Gaurav Dwivedi shared these updates during a media interaction, enhancing the sports portfolio for Indian viewers.

Additionally, a special anthem titled 'Jazba' was launched for the T20 World Cup, adding to the excitement of the tournament.

Doordarshan also confirmed extensive coverage of the Paris Olympics from July 26 to August 11, and the Paris Paralympics from August 28 to September 8. Moreover, India's white-ball series in Sri Lanka and the tour of Zimbabwe will be aired live, alongside the finals of the French Open and Wimbledon.

Prasar Bharati Chairman, Navneet Kumar Sehgal, emphasized ongoing negotiations with leading global sports organizations such as the NBA and PGTA, indicating a committed effort to expand sports offerings on DD Sports. The wide-ranging broadcast will cover the T20 World Cup with 55 matches across nine venues, culminating in the finals set in Barbados.

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