Archive · 11 Jan 2026
IPL 2026 Ad Rates to Rise 10-20%
The Indian Premier League (IPL) is a big cricket tournament that lots of people watch.
Companies that advertise during the IPL are expected to pay more in 2026, about 10-20% more than before.
This is because the IPL is very popular and lasts for two months, with all matches being important to Indian viewers.
Advertisers like the IPL because it gives them a good chance to reach many people.
Some companies might even prefer to advertise on digital platforms like Smart TVs and OTT services because they offer special features.
Experts think that brands from different sectors like banking, auto, real estate, and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) will spend more on IPL ads.
This is because these sectors are expected to grow, and the IPL starts in the summer, which is a good time for certain products.
IPL 2026 ad rates estimated to increase 10-20% for TV and digital platforms.
Current ad rates for 2025 are around ₹15 lakh for TV and ₹7 lakh for Smart TV.
IPL's popularity, timing, and duration make it a key asset for advertisers.
Brands from BFSI, auto, white goods, real estate, e-com/quick-com, and FMCG sectors expected to fill sponsorship gaps.
Digital and CTV ads preferred by brands, with multi-language commentary and different camera angles tilting the scales in favor of digital streaming.
- Who
- Advertisers, IPL, JioStar, MediaCircle, Hansa Research
- What
- Estimated increase in IPL 2026 advertising rates for TV and digital platforms
- When
- Published on January 11, 2026
- Where
- India
- Why
- Due to IPL's popularity, appeal, timing, and duration, along with expected growth in various sectors
IPL Advertisers
World Cup Advertisers
Advertising Preferences
IPL Advertisers
Advertisers prefer IPL due to its popularity, timing, and duration, with all matches relevant to the Indian audience.
World Cup Advertisers
World Cup faced pushback from advertisers for aggressive pricing, with potential 10-15% correction.
- Estimated Increase
- 10-20% for TV and digital
- Current Rates (2025)
- ₹15 lakh for TV, ₹7 lakh for Smart TV
- Expected Sponsors
- BFSI, auto, white goods, real estate, e-com/quick-com, FMCG
- Viewership Advantage
- Two-month duration, all matches relevant to Indian audience
- Digital Preference
- Brands prefer digital and CTV ads, multi-language commentary, different camera angles