Indian cricket equipment brand Sanspareils Greenlands has quietly ended bat sponsorships with several Bangladeshi cricketers. If you follow South Asian cricket closely, this move stands out. It comes at a time when ties between India and Bangladesh continue to remain strained.
SG Ends Bat Deals With Bangladesh Players
The Meerut based company has decided not to renew bat sponsorship contracts for multiple players. As a result, you will no longer see these cricketers using SG’s customised bats. They also lose branded gear and financial backing from the company.
Litton Das Among Key Names Affected
Litton Das is the most high profile name impacted by this decision. You may know that he was recently named Bangladesh’s captain for the 2026 T20 World Cup. His long association with SG has now come to an end.
Long Association Comes to a Close
For several years, SG designed bats specifically suited to Litton Das’s technique. These bats matched his playing style and preferences. The sudden end of this partnership has surprised many within the cricketing circle.
More Players Dropped From SG List
Apart from Litton Das, former Bangladesh Test captain Mominul Haque has also been dropped. Yasir Ali Rabbi and Soumya Sarkar are no longer part of SG’s sponsorship list either. This confirms a wider pullback from Bangladeshi players.
Players Cite Lack of Written Clarity
Player representatives say SG earlier hinted at renewing contracts. Later, the company withdrew through verbal communication. You can see why the absence of written clarification has added to the confusion and concern among players.
Mominul Haque Awaits Official Word
Mominul Haque confirmed that he knows about Litton’s sponsorship ending. However, he said you cannot count his deal as officially closed yet. He is still waiting for formal confirmation from SG.
India Bangladesh Cricket Ties in Focus
This development comes amid broader issues in India Bangladesh cricket relations. Recent events have already raised tensions. Equipment sponsorships now appear to be affected as well.
IPL Decision Added to Tensions
Earlier, Kolkata Knight Riders released Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman from his Rs 9.2 crore IPL contract. This followed advice from the BCCI. The reason cited was security and diplomatic concerns.
Bangladesh Responds With IPL Telecast Ban
Soon after, Bangladesh suspended the telecast of the IPL 2026 season. If you track cricket politics, this move marked a clear escalation. It further strained sporting ties between the two nations.
ICC Rejects Venue Shift Request
The Bangladesh Cricket Board later approached the ICC. It requested that Bangladesh’s matches in the 2026 T20 World Cup be moved from India to Sri Lanka. The ICC turned down this request.
SG’s Long Standing Legacy
Founded in 1931, Sanspareils Greenlands remains one of India’s oldest cricket equipment brands. You will find its products across all levels of the game. SG also supplies the red ball used in all Test matches played in India.
