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Virat Kohli's RCB Launches ‘Made of Bold’ Sports Development Programme

Muskaan Bhatt

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With a vision to unearth talent and nurture athletic champions from across regions, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have announced the Made of Bold Sports Development Programme launch. The programme aims to promote inclusivity and community development through the power of sports, aligning with a vision for India to be a Sports-Forward Nation.

RCB Launches A New Programme 

“The Made of Bold initiative is an integral part of RCB’s broader vision of a Sports Forward Nation, which seeks to establish a sustainable and robust sporting ecosystem for India. This endeavour aims to identify and nurture athletes and initiate dialogue among key industry stakeholders for active sports development in the country,” said Rajesh Menon, Vice President & Head of Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

He emphasized that sports bring long-term benefits to both individuals and communities, extending beyond talent development to creating socio-economic impact. Through RCB’s Made of Bold Sports Development Programme, the focus is on fostering long-term growth and bridging gaps in underserved communities using sports as a tool for empowerment.

“We truly believe sports and communities coming together lead to long-term rewards for all. This is not only for the identified and nurtured talent but also for the socio-economic impact on the community. We aim to do this with RCB’s Made of Bold Sports Development Programme in support of long-term development with a focus on bridging the gaps with underserved communities via the medium of sports” he added.



Shreyanka Patil On RCB's Made of Bold

Speaking on the initiative, RCB’s ace cricketer Shreyanka Patil said, “I am thrilled to witness the launch of the ‘RCB’s Made of Bold Sports Development Programme’. This is truly what we Indian sportspeople need - building inclusivity and offering a platform for athletes and their communities to thrive. India is a massive country with plenty of untapped sporting potential, and this initiative is a step in the right direction.”

Made of Bold Sports Development Program was created by RCB in partnership with non-profit sports organisations, such as the GoSports Foundation and Bridges of Sports Foundation. The carefully conceptualised program offers comprehensive support, including education, training, and nutrition, while leveraging the power of sports to help integrate this tribal community of North Karnataka into mainstream sports.

RCB’s Made of Bold Sports Development Programme will provide targeted local support to 25 junior athletes training under the Bridges of Sports Foundation. The programme will initially engage over 400 children in a dynamic 2-tier league, with the 25 top performers receiving comprehensive training through 300 sessions that offer holistic support for state and national competitions. 

Additionally, two exceptional athletes will benefit from advanced training under exceptional team coaches and therapists who have previously worked with multiple Olympic medallists as part of the performance program initiated by the Bridges of Sports Foundation in the United Kingdom.    

RCB will follow up on this vision by initiating and curating conversations centred around the continuous development of sports in the country, hoping to inspire and encourage more stakeholders to contribute to Indian sports.