Navi UPI Joins Hands with Royal Challengers Bengaluru as Official UPI Partner for T20 Season 2025

Navi UPI has officially partnered with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) as their Official UPI Partner for the highly anticipated T20 Season 2025. This strategic collaboration grants Navi UPI users an exclusive 24-hour early access window to book tickets for RCB’s home matches before general sales commence, ensuring fans can secure their seats ahead of the crowd.

RCB Gears Up for an Exciting T20 Season

RCB, one of the most popular teams in the league, enters the 2025 season with a renewed squad led by Rajat Patidar. With an enthusiastic fan base backing them, the team boasts a formidable lineup featuring star players such as Phil Salt, Liam Livingstone, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar. As the tournament unfolds, RCB aims to make a strong impact on the field and compete for the coveted championship title.

The 18th edition of the T20 tournament will showcase intense competition among ten teams, spanning 74 matches across 13 cities in India. The season is set to kick off on March 22nd and conclude on May 25th, offering fans thrilling cricketing action throughout.

Strengthening the Fan Experience

Speaking on the partnership, Rajiv Naresh, CEO of Navi Technologies, expressed his enthusiasm:

“We are thrilled to partner with RCB. Navi UPI has been growing rapidly, and with cricket being the most celebrated sport in the country, our partnership with Royal Challengers Bengaluru was a natural fit. RCB and its fans share an unshakeable bond, making this partnership an opportunity to create something truly special for the Bengaluru audience. By bringing together the passion of cricket and the power of seamless digital payments, we aim to enhance the fan experience in a meaningful way.”

The collaboration is set to enhance convenience for fans by integrating smooth and secure digital payments through Navi UPI, creating a frictionless ticket booking experience.

Exclusive Early Access for Navi UPI Users

As part of this partnership, Navi UPI users will benefit from early ticket access for RCB’s home matches. The ticket sales schedule is structured as follows:

For the first four matches, early access starts at 11 AM on 18th March, while general public sales begin at 11 AM on 19th March.

For the remaining three matches, ticket sales will be launched later in the season, and Navi UPI users will again enjoy early access 24 hours before the general public.

A dedicated banner within the Navi app will provide direct access to these exclusive ticket bookings, ensuring a hassle-free process for fans.

How to Book Tickets via Navi UPI

Booking RCB match tickets through Navi UPI is simple and convenient. Here’s how fans can secure their seats:

Download the Navi app from the Play Store or App Store.

Open the app and tap on the RCB ticket booking banner for exclusive early access.

Choose the match and preferred ticket category.

Pay securely using Navi UPI and confirm the booking.

With this streamlined process, fans can quickly and securely purchase tickets, ensuring they don’t miss out on RCB’s electrifying home games.

A New Era for Digital Finance in Sports

Through this partnership, Navi strengthens its presence in the digital finance sector while enhancing the overall cricket fan experience. By integrating seamless UPI transactions with cricket ticketing, the brand is set to revolutionize digital payments in sports.

Rajesh Menon, Chief Operating Officer of RCB, shared his excitement about the collaboration:

“We are thrilled to partner with Navi as our official UPI partner. This collaboration aligns perfectly with our commitment to providing seamless and innovative experiences for our fans. With Navi’s convenient payment solutions, we’re excited to make game experiences more convenient, enhancing the overall fan journey.”

As the T20 season unfolds, this partnership promises to bring fans closer to the action, combining the thrill of cricket with the convenience of digital payments. Navi UPI users now have a golden opportunity to get priority access to RCB matches, making this collaboration a game-changer for both cricket enthusiasts and digital finance users alike.

Author: Ronak Rehal