ISL 2025-26: AIFF announces FanCode as Exclusive TV & Digital Rights Holder for ISL

Exclusive partnership set to bring uninterrupted ISL coverage to fans across India

As reported earlier by Khel Now, the All-India Football Federation (AIFF) has now confirmed that FanCode will hold the exclusive TV and digital rights for the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025–26 season. The announcement comes after a competitive bidding process and sets the stage for the top tier of Indian club football to be widely accessible to fans across the country when the league kicks off on February 14, 2026.

FanCode is in discussions with television broadcasters to sublicense the TV rights for the ISL 2025–26 season in India, although no formal agreement has been finalized yet, as reported elsewhere.

FanCode, part of the Dream Sports group, is a leading sports streaming platform in India, known for its digital-first approach and interactive content. The platform offers live streaming, highlights and engaging experiences across multiple sports, and will now bring its expertise to deliver ISL coverage to fans.

With this acquisition, FanCode will deliver a digital-first viewing experience for ISL fans.

AIFF Deputy Secretary General M Satyanarayan shared his excitement, “We are pleased to have concluded the ISL media rights process and to partner with FanCode, one of India’s leading sports platforms. FanCode’s focus on accessibility and fan experience aligns with our objective of expanding the league’s footprint and engaging more football fans across the country.”



FanCode, co-founder Yannick Colaco said, “The Indian Super League is a significant addition to FanCode as it represents the very best of Indian football. With the league’s strong and loyal fan following, we see a big opportunity to elevate how fans experience ISL through reliable, high-quality broadcast and a product designed around modern football audiences. This is in line with Dream Sports group’s overall vision of making sports better.”

Parties involved in the bidding process

The AIFF’s media rights bidding process attracted strong interest from several broadcasters and digital platforms. FanCode emerged as the winning bidder, offering ₹8.62 crore for the exclusive TV and digital rights. Other contenders included ABP Network (₹6.89 crore), Jio Star (₹5 crore), and Sportzworkz, which had the highest bid of ₹9.5 crore. Meanwhile, Two Circles was disqualified, and Monarch PR Solution faced issues with net worth eligibility.

In addition to the broadcast rights, Kaleidoscope Production and Services (KPS Studios) has been appointed to handle the production of the league’s world feed for ₹5.22 crore. The collaboration aims to deliver high-quality coverage of all ISL matches, ensuring fans across India can enjoy the action seamlessly on both TV and digital platforms.

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