Jasprit Bumrah Joins Skechers as Brand Ambassador, Strengthening Its Presence in Cricket
Renowned Indian cricketer Jasprit Bumrah has officially signed with Skechers, the global Comfort Technology Company, further expanding its association with elite cricket athletes. Bumrah, known as one of the world’s premier fast bowlers, will now compete in Skechers Cricket footwear and will feature in the brand’s marketing campaigns, promoting both its performance and lifestyle collections. This move comes as Skechers continues to strengthen its presence in cricket, having already signed players like Ishan Kishan and Yastika Bhatia, as well as serving as the official kit sponsor of the Mumbai Indians.
Skechers has been making significant strides in the cricket world, signing top-tier cricketers to showcase its cutting-edge sports footwear. The inclusion of Jasprit Bumrah in its roster of athletes solidifies the company’s commitment to delivering performance-enhancing products tailored to professional cricketers. The brand has already partnered with Ishan Kishan and Yastika Bhatia, who have been wearing Skechers footwear during matches over the past year.
Additionally, Skechers has strengthened its involvement in cricket by being the official kit sponsor of the Mumbai Indians, one of the most successful franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Since his international debut in 2014, Jasprit Bumrah has redefined fast bowling with his unorthodox action, pinpoint accuracy, and lethal yorkers. His career milestones include:
As a Mumbai Indians stalwart, Bumrah has played a crucial role in all five of the franchise’s IPL title wins, further cementing his status as one of the greatest fast bowlers of his generation.
Skechers has introduced an innovative range of cricket footwear designed for different player needs:
These shoes provide comfort, durability, and enhanced performance, making them a favorite among professional and amateur cricketers alike.
Beyond cricket, Skechers is a leading brand in various sports, with a strong lineup of elite athletes competing in its performance footwear. Some of the global icons who represent Skechers include:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in News? | Jasprit Bumrah has signed with Skechers as a brand ambassador and will compete in Skechers Cricket footwear. |
| Skechers’ Expanding Presence in Cricket | – Signed top cricketers like Ishan Kishan and Yastika Bhatia. – Official kit sponsor of Mumbai Indians. |
| Jasprit Bumrah’s Achievements | – 400+ international wickets (2024). – First bowler ranked No.1 in all three formats. – Player of the Series in India’s 2024 World Cup win. – Five-wicket hauls in SA, ENG, AUS (2018). – BCCI Polly Umrigar Award (2018-19, 2021-22). – Sir Garfield Sobers Award for ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year (2024). – Key player in Mumbai Indians’ five IPL title wins. |
| Skechers Cricket Footwear | – Skechers Cricket Elite (11 Metal Spikes): Maximum traction, stability, ideal for fast bowlers. – Skechers Cricket Blade (7 Metal Spikes): Balanced grip, agility, preferred by batters/all-rounders. |
| Skechers’ Global Sports Presence | – Football: Harry Kane, Isco Alarcón, Sunil Chhetri (Indian Football). – Basketball: Joel Embiid, Julius Randle. – Golf: Matt Fitzpatrick, Brooke Henderson. – Baseball: Clayton Kershaw, Aaron Nola. – Pickleball: Tyson McGuffin, Catherine Parenteau. |
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