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Fashion Network
2 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
Agilitas names Saurav Ghosal as director
Agilitas Sports has appointed Indian squash player Saurav Ghosal as its new director for high performance sports. In this strategic leadership role, Ghosal will guide the brand's product innovation, marketing, and distribution strategy across its high-performance category. 'At Agilitas, we are building more than a sports company- we're building an ecosystem that empowers athletes, nurtures innovation, and celebrates high performance,' said Abhishek Ganguly, co-founder and CEO of Agilitas, in a press release. 'Saurav brings a rare blend of elite athlete experience and deep insight into the science of performance.' Ghosal will collaborate with the core leadership team on product development, research and development, and market execution, while shaping grassroots and athlete engagement. Ghosal's appointment comes as Agilitas scales its investment in performance innovation and prepares for upcoming brand launches. 'Agilitas is redefining what an Indian sportswear brand can be,' said Ghosal. 'I'm excited to channel my experience into building a future where Indian athletes are empowered with world-class gear.' Born in Kolkata, Ghosal trained at the ICL Squash Academy in Chennai before refining his skills in the UK. A recipient of the Arjuna Award in 2006, he achieved a career-high world ranking of number 10 in April 2019. Ghosal remains the only Indian to win an individual medal in squash at the Commonwealth Games and has nine Asian Games medals, second only to PT Usha.
India.com
13-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
MS Dhoni to Virat Kohli: Richest cricketers in India
Net Worth: ₹2,080 crore (~$250 million) Virat Kohli is India's richest cricketer as of May 2025, thanks to a blend of match earnings, lucrative brand deals, and business ventures. He co-founded Agilitas Sports in 2023, invested in Blue Tribe Foods (a plant-based meat brand), and backed Rage Coffee, a popular D2C brand. Kohli is also the face of brands like MRF, Audi, Puma (One8), and HSBC, solidifying his dominance in both sports and marketing. Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) Net Worth: ₹1,250 crore (~$170 million) Sachin has smartly diversified his post-cricket career into tech and mobility startups. He was an angel investor in Spinny, a used-car marketplace, and participated in Rayzon Solar's ₹150 crore Series A round in April 2025. Other investments include JetSynthesys (behind the Sachin Saga game) and Smaaash Entertainment, where he was an early backer. Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) Net Worth: ₹1,100 crore (~$132 million) MS Dhoni continues to grow his business empire quietly but steadily. He holds a 1.1% stake in Garuda Aerospace, a drone startup, and has invested in BluSmart Mobility, an EV aggregator. Dhoni also backs Shaka Harry, a plant-based food startup. He owns Dhoni Entertainment, multiple gyms, and sports franchises, reflecting his multi-sector entrepreneurial interests. Net Worth: ₹700 crore (~$84 million) Sourav Ganguly has worn multiple hats: BCCI President, IPL ambassador, and investor. He has backed ed-tech platform Classplus, Flickstree (a content discovery tool), and JustMyRoots, a food-tech brand. Ganguly remains a high-value endorser across FMCG, tech, and financial sectors. Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) Net Worth: ₹400 crore (~$48 million) Yuvraj's YouWeCan Ventures is focused on health, food, and tech startups. He's invested in Healthians, EasyDiner, Combat Robotics, and more. Beyond business, he remains active in philanthropy, particularly in cancer awareness and treatment through the YouWeCan Foundation. Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) Net Worth: ₹350 crore (~$42 million) Virender Sehwag maintains a strong media and education presence. Apart from commentary and coaching, he runs the Sehwag International School and engages in digital brand collaborations. His unique voice and wit have made him a favorite in the broadcast and content space. Net Worth: ₹320 crore (~$38.5 million) Rahul Dravid, known for his calm persona, has built a robust financial portfolio. He reportedly holds pre-IPO shares in Swiggy, along with investments in bonds, mutual funds, and real estate. Currently serving as Head Coach of Team India, Dravid also receives additional incentives from the Indian government.
