GR8 Sports India Private Limited, one of the most promising sports Startups, has been awarded the prestigious title of ‘Startup Maharathi in Gaming & Sports’ at Startup Mahakumbh 2025.
The recognition, granted after a rigorous multi-phase evaluation process, was officially announced during the Startup Mahakumbh recognition ceremony.
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, presented the award to Fawzul Kabiir, co-founder of GR8 Sports, in the presence of industry leaders and key stakeholders from across India’s startup ecosystem.
The acknowledgment places GR8 Sports among the leading innovators in India’s sports sector, reflecting the company’s growing contribution to sports manufacturing-especially through its world-class Kashmir Willow cricket bats.
Over the years, GR8 Sports has consistently showcased its excellence-from being the only ICC-certified and approved bat brand from Kashmir Valley to representing Indian sports craftsmanship at international tournaments, expos, and trade fairs.
Speaking on the occasion, Fawzul Kabiir, co-founder of GR8 Sports, said that the recognition hasn’t come overnight and is the result of relentless dedication and belief in innovation.
It is worth noting that the Startup Mahakumbh 2025 brought together thousands of startups, investors, and industry leaders from across the country.
Curated by an organizing committee of key players from India’s startup ecosystem, the event was led by FICCI, along with ASSOCHAM, NASSCOM, TiE, IVCA and the Bootstrap Foundation.
