Puma India, Roped Riyan Parag and Nitish Kumar Reddy as ambassadors

On July 1, 2024, marks an important day for sports fashion in India. On this day, Puma India, a leading sports brand, announced two new brand ambassadors: Riyan Parag and Nitish Kumar Reddy. This exciting news showcases Puma’s commitment to supporting young talent and connecting with India’s youth.

Who Are the New Ambassadors?

Riyan Parag: The Batting Sensation

• 22 years old
• From Guwahati, Assam
• Right-hand batsman
• Highest run-getter among uncapped players in recent cricket league
• Part of the winning Indian Under-19 team at the 2018 Under-19 Cricket World Cup

Nitish Kumar Reddy: The Rising All-Rounder

• 21 years old
• From Andhra Pradesh
• All-rounder (good at both batting and bowling)
• Won the Emerging Player title in recent cricket league

Why This Announcement Matters

Nurturing Young Talent

Puma’s decision to partner with these young cricketers shows their dedication to supporting upcoming sports stars in India.

Connecting with Youth

By choosing young, popular cricketers, Puma aims to strengthen its connection with young people across the country.

Promoting Indian Cricket

This move highlights the growing talent in Indian cricket and helps showcase these players on a bigger stage.

What Will the Brand Ambassadors Do?

Riyan Parag and Nitish Kumar Reddy will:

1. Promote Puma’s products:
   • Footwear
   • Apparel
   • Athleisure wear
   • Accessories
2. Participate in various events and initiatives

Puma’s Star-Studded Team

The new ambassadors join an impressive list of Puma India representatives:

• Virat Kohli: Famous Indian cricketer
• Mohammed Shami: Star fast bowler
• Kareena Kapoor Khan: Bollywood actress
• Harmanpreet Kaur: Captain of Indian women’s cricket team
• MC Mary Kom: Olympic boxer
• Avani Lakhera: Paralympic gold medalist
• Ibrahim Ali Khan and Shanaya Kapoor: Young Bollywood stars

The Significance of This Day

July 1, 2024, is significant because:

1. It marks Puma’s recognition of emerging cricket talent in India
2. It represents a shift towards younger brand ambassadors in sports marketing
3. It offers a platform for young cricketers to inspire their peers