Nike and Mumbai Indians have announced a multi-year partnership that will see the global sportswear brand become the official kit partner for the franchise’s men’s and women’s teams in India from the 2027 season.
Under the agreement, Nike will supply match kits, training apparel and sportswear for both teams, as well as clothing for their coaches and technical staff. Athletes and staff will begin wearing Nike team apparel this month, while the new kits for the men’s and women’s teams will be unveiled ahead of their respective 2027 seasons.
The partnership marks a significant step in Nike’s continued investment in cricket and its long-term commitment to athletes, fans and the growth of sport in India.
“Cricket is woven into the heartbeat of India, and few teams capture its energy like Mumbai Indians,” said Tarundeep Singh, general manager, Nike India. He added that the franchise embodied the ambition and belief that make sport powerful, describing the partnership as an opportunity to serve athletes, celebrate the game and inspire the next generation.
Mumbai Indians, one of the most successful franchises in global cricket, have established a strong presence in both men’s and women’s cricket through their focus on talent development and competitive excellence. The franchise also boasts a large and engaged fan base, known as the Paltan.
Beyond on-field apparel, the partnership will seek to connect cricket with culture through products and storytelling inspired by Mumbai’s identity. The collaboration is expected to extend from stadiums to the streets, offering fans additional ways to express their connection to the franchise and the sport.
“Mumbai Indians have always been about more than cricket. We are one family — our players, our Paltan — built on nurturing talent, backing it fearlessly and playing for a city that never stops,” said Devang Bhimjyani, head of Reliance Sports.
He added that Nike and Mumbai Indians shared a belief in the power of athletes and sport to inspire, with the partnership offering an opportunity to connect cricket and culture, nurture the next generation and take the spirit of Mumbai Indians to fans around the world.
The collaboration also carries personal significance for Tilak Varma, the India batter and Nike athlete who plays for Mumbai Indians. Varma credited the franchise with giving him the platform to perform at the highest level and described the coming together of the two brands as a meaningful moment in his career.
“Wearing the MI colours with the Nike Swoosh will remind me of how far I’ve come — and how much more I want to achieve,” Varma said, adding that he hoped young cricketers would see the team as an example of what they could aspire to achieve.
Fans will be able to access Nike apparel through the official team kits and additional collections inspired by Mumbai’s identity, energy and culture. The new designs are expected to be revealed ahead of the 2027 campaigns.
