{"id":150906,"date":"2024-07-10T16:45:16","date_gmt":"2024-07-10T11:15:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/?p=150906"},"modified":"2024-07-09T22:48:14","modified_gmt":"2024-07-09T17:18:14","slug":"top-10-indian-sportspersons-who-turned-entrepreneurs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/sports\/top-10-indian-sportspersons-who-turned-entrepreneurs","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Indian Sportspersons Who Turned Entrepreneurs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Most professional athletes spend their entire careers perfecting their game. However, some far-sighted players plan their future in business-oriented fields. Some Indian sportspersons attained success off the field after they hung up their boots.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Here is a list of Top 10 Indian sportspersons who turned entrepreneurs:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>\u00a0Virat Kohli<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Virat Kohli, one of the current giants in the world of <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">batsmen<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, is as determined in business as he is on the field. To stay in shape and make people fit, he began a line of gyms, Chisel, in 2015. Chisel has been an overwhelming achievement and is now available in over 70 areas across India. Kohli also co-owns an FC Bengaluru United football team in Bengaluru. WROGN, his branding company, also represents <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Virat\u2019s<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> desire to develop a range of clothing options for millennials. He seems to have made some wise investments.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>\u00a0Yuvraj Singh<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Yuvraj Singh, who inspired the Indian cricket team to win the 2011 World Cup, launched the journey capital firm YouWeCan in 2012 after defeating cancer. Yuvraj funds entrepreneurs and startups that have a positive desire to revolutionise health care in India. Yuvraj Singh Foundation plans to fund innovative medical technologies and new types of medicines that help enhance <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">people\u2019s<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> lives.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>\u00a0Kapil Dev<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Kapil Dev, one of <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">India&#8217;s<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> finest all-rounders, has started various businesses after retirement. He <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">cofounded<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> a luxury hotel and a chain of theme restaurants,<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> \u201c<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Captain\u2019s<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> XI,<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u201d <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">scattered around North India. Furthermore, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">he<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> also launched a bright yet energy-efficient stadium light provider. Most importantly, although he <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">doesn\u2019t<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> have a formal business degree, he never misses a single opportunity in any of the sectors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>\u00a0Mahesh Bhupathi<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This legendary tennis player cofounded Scentials, a premium ayurvedic beauty brand, in 2018. Furthermore, in the same year, he launched the Indian sportswear brand Zeven. However, his most fabulous brainchild appeared in 2014. It was the International Premier Tennis League. This idea was a revolution because it brought tennis stars to Asian fans. Mahesh supplemented his example and showed that sports businesses can be successful due to innovative ideas that fit local needs. His companies were an example of inspiration for present days to all Indian athletes to strive to own entrepreneurial projects.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>\u00a0Abhinav Bindra<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">India&#8217;s<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> first individual gold medalist, Bindra, established the Abhinav Bindra Targeting Performance Centre in 2015. This state-of-the-art shooting academy in his hometown of Mohali provides world-class facilities and expertise to nurture budding marksmen. Realising the many challenges his fellow shooters face, the Bindra Foundation also intends to support potential talents in the sport of shooting. Bindra, the first individual Olympic gold medalist, has a responsibility to help fellow shooters fulfil their potential. High-achieving athletes can also contribute to their sport by giving to underprivileged sportspersons.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>\u00a0Saina Nehwal<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This badminton legend founded the Paree Group in 2018 to raise <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">women&#8217;s<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> health and hygiene standards. Through her brand, Saina aims to make inexpensive sanitary products easily accessible to underprivileged communities. Her efforts poignantly demonstrate how successful women in sports can ignite social change. With Saina as their inspiration, many more Indian girls take up sports and pursue their ambitions. Her exemplary venture proves athletes are influential role models in and outside their field.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>\u00a0MS Dhoni<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dhoni, a popular Indian wicketkeeper-batsman, founded a chain of fitness centres called SportsFit. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">He also co-owns the Indian Super League football team Chennaiyin FC<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> and the Ranchi-based Pulse polo team. Dhoni recognises opportunities and makes calculated investments, reflecting his <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">cool<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, analytical leadership on the pitch. He explores diverse avenues and does not limit himself to one market. Dhoni sets a benchmark for how Indian captains can be versatile leaders in both sports and business.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>\u00a0Sachin Tendulkar<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Sachin Tendulkar, a renowned Indian batsman, has multiple successful post-retirement ventures. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">He co-owns the Indian Super League football team<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Kerala Blasters and the Mumbai franchise in the Premier Badminton League. Tendulkar also launched the Sachin Tendulkar Middlesex Global Academy to coach young cricketers. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Additionally, he has <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">an investment<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> in the Badminton World Federation Premier League team<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Bengaluru Blasters.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>\u00a0Mary Kom<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This iconic boxing champion from Manipur launched the Mary Kom Regional Boxing Foundation in 2012 after winning multiple world titles. With this, she supports amateur boxers across India with equipment, training and competitive opportunities. Mary also founded the Chanu Boxing Academy in her hometown to give underprivileged girls and boys free coaching. Her aim to<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> &#8220;<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">give back to boxing<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&#8221; <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">has empowered thousands seeking a career in her sport. Mary sets a role model for how hard work and determination can uplift entire communities.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>\u00a0Anil Kumble<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Anil Kumble, one of <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">India&#8217;s<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> finest spin bowlers, cofounded Spektacom Technologies in 2018. This technology company develops innovative sports gear integrated with sensors and data analytics. Kumble also co-owns Tenvic Sports along with Vasanth Bharadwaj. It is a sports consulting and training firm guiding athletes. He invested in Sportz Village, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">India&#8217;s<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> most prominent sports consultancy, to offer world-class amenities. Through such diverse ventures leveraging new-age tech, Kumble demonstrates how sports and business can effectively merge for the future.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most professional athletes spend their entire careers perfecting their game. However, some far-sighted players plan their future in business-oriented fields. Some Indian sportspersons attained success off the field after they hung up their boots. Here is a list of Top 10 Indian sportspersons who turned entrepreneurs: \u00a0Virat Kohli Virat Kohli, one of the current giants [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":21856,"featured_media":151779,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[12124,12369,11315,12272,18,12429],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-150906","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-career","8":"category-entrepreneur","9":"category-india","10":"category-investments","11":"category-sports","12":"category-sportsman"},"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/150906","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/21856"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=150906"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/150906\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":151569,"href":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/150906\/revisions\/151569"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/151779"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=150906"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=150906"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=150906"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}