Updated On: 04 February, 2025 04:24 PM IST | Athulya Nambiar
Abhishek Bachchan, apart from being a Bollywood star, is an avid sports enthusiast with deep involvement in Indian sports leagues. He has supported local talent by investing in sports leagues in India

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Abhishek Bachchan, apart from being a Bollywood star, is an avid sports enthusiast with deep involvement in Indian sports leagues. His passion for sports extends beyond just being a fan; he actively invests in and promotes various teams across different sports
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One of his most notable ventures is in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL), where he owns Jaipur Pink Panthers.

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Under his ownership, the team won the inaugural PKL season in 2014 and later clinched another title in 2022.
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Abhishek has been a strong advocate for kabaddi, contributing to its growing popularity in India

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Abhishek Bachchan with his wife and actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and their daughter Aaradhya
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In cricket, he is associated with Majhi Mumbai in the Indian Street Premiere League (ISL) which he co-owns with his father Amitabh Bachchan, who is also a sports enthusiast

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Abhishek Bachchan in a serious discussion with the God of cricket himself, Sachin Tendulkar
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His team were finalists in the first season of ISPL held last year in Thane. The second season is ongoing

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In football, he is associated with the Chennaiyin FC in the Indian Super League (ISL)
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Alongside MS Dhoni and Vita Dani, he co-owns the club, which has won the ISL title twice (2015 and 2018)

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Abhishek`s passion for football is evident in his frequent presence at the team`s matches, and he has often spoken about how Indian football has immense potential
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Abhishek also shares a deep love for cricket and often attends live matches

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On Sunday, Bachchan attended India vs England match at Wankhede stadium with his father Amitabh Bachchan
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