Garuda Aerospace, India’s most valuable drone startup, has announced a historic alliance with Chennai Super Kings, one of the world’s most successful franchises.

Garuda Aerospace will be the official drone partner for the 2023 season as part of the arrangement, marking the first-ever drone relationship for a team.

Garuda Aerospace is the first dual DGCA-approved drone startup, producing Make in India drones and training young professionals in drone technology.

The business recently raised $22 million in Series A funding, the highest ever in the drone sector. Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the former Indian cricket captain and brand spokesperson, is also a shareholder in the company.

Speaking on the sponsorship, Agnishwar Jayaprakash, Founder and CEO, of Garuda Aerospace, said “We are extremely excited to partner with Chennai Super Kings, one of the most iconic teams in the competition. As a long-time fan of Chennai Super Kings, it is a dream come true for us to partner with the team we love the most. This partnership represents a perfect synergy of two organizations that share a common vision of leveraging technology and innovation to achieve success. Although our company colors are blue, we will bleed yellow this season.”

“We are delighted to have Garuda Aerospace as our official drone partner. As a team that considers innovation an important part of our success and growth, we are thrilled to partner with a company like Garuda Aerospace that shares our values and commitment to excellence. Their focus on innovation and youth training aligns perfectly with our values at Chennai Super Kings.” said, Kasi Viswanathan, CEO, of Chennai Super Kings Cricket Limited.

The 2018 season promises to be thrilling, with Chennai Super Kings and Garuda Aerospace collaborating to provide the best of cricket and technology to fans worldwide.