Navi UPI has been announced as the official UPI partner for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for the upcoming T20 Season 2025. The strategic partnership offers Navi UPI users an exclusive 24-hour early access window to purchase tickets for RCB’s home matches before they become available to the general public.
The 18th edition of the T20 tournament will feature ten teams competing in 74 matches from March 22 to May 25 across 13 Indian cities. RCB enters the season with key players including Phil Salt, Liam Livingstone, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar.
Rajiv Naresh, CEO of Navi Technologies, emphasized the natural alignment between the rapidly growing Navi UPI and cricket, India’s most celebrated sport. “RCB and its fans share an unshakeable bond, making this partnership an opportunity to create something truly special for the Bengaluru audience,” Naresh stated, highlighting their goal of enhancing fan experiences by combining cricket passion with seamless digital payments.
Rajesh Menon, Chief Operating Officer of RCB, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, noting that it aligns with the team’s commitment to providing innovative fan experiences. “With Navi’s convenient payment solutions, we’re excited to make game experiences more convenient, enhancing the overall fan journey,” said Menon.
This partnership strengthens Navi’s presence in digital finance while offering added value to cricket enthusiasts.
