₹16 Lakh for 10 Seconds?! The Shocking Truth Behind Asia Cup 2025 Ads

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Asia Cup Ads Just Hit ₹16 Lakh for 10 Seconds! Caption: India matches are now gold advertisers paying top rupees for airtime

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Sony Pictures has priced TV ads for India matches at ₹14–16 lakh per 10 seconds

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India vs Pakistan isn’t just a match it’s THE advertiser magnet of the tournament

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Big brands can still buy in with co-presenting slots around ₹18 crore

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Online isn’t cheap either digital co-presenting spots start at ₹30 crore

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Advertisers know India’s games draw eyeballs 30% of digital ads reserved for them

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These ad rates show just how powerful cricket is in pushing India’s marketing engine

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