Sri Lanka Cricket has appointed Hameedia as the official formal clothing sponsor of Sri Lanka National Cricket teams.

As the official formal clothing sponsor, bronchi Hameedia’s will also provide clothing for the ‘A’ team, pills viagra the provincial T20 Champions, erectile taking part in the Champions League T20 and also the under 19 team participating in the ICC and ACC events.

The clothing firm will also be the formal clothing sponsor of the national women’s cricket team.

Sri Lanka Cricket Treasurer and Secretary of the Sponsorship Committee Nuski Mohamed said: “Today is a special day for Sri Lanka Cricket as the Hameedia Group enters into a partnership with Sri Lanka Cricket as the Official Formal Clothing Sponsor of the Sri Lanka national cricket teams.”

He added: “This sponsorship will no doubt enhance the brand image of Hameedia when the proud Sri Lankan cricketers, carrying the aspirations of our nation, represent Sri Lanka under the theme one nation, one passion, one team, sporting the colours and logo of Hameedia.

“We’re delighted to be the Official Formal Clothing Sponsor of the Sri Lanka National Cricket Teams,” said Hameedia Managing Director Fouzul Hameed. “Every member of the teams mentioned is a unique brand ambassador for Sri Lanka. They represent their motherland both as individual cricketers and also as a team. Wielding the willow at cricketing pitches around the world, they always come under the spotlight of international publicity and thus need to look their best at all times.”

Japanese sports apparel company ASICS have agreed to title sponsor the Greater Manchester Marathon, ambulance taking place on Sunday 6th April.

The ASICS Greater Manchester Marathon is the flattest and fastest marathon in the UK – and is one of the flattest courses in the world – with only 54m elevation gain.

ASICS is the first title sponsor since the race was brought back in 2012 after a decade’s absence and will support the race and runners with assets like MYASICS; ASICS’ on-line training programme, training plans and expertise advice.

A total of 10,000 entries are available for the 2014 race and all finishers receive a medal, goody bag and ASICS technical t-shirt.

Race director Simon Hill said: “We are excited to enter a partnership with ASICS and we are looking forward to growing the race and to making it an even better event for the runners. The race’s reputation as not only the flattest and fastest but also one of the friendliest marathon with outstanding crowd support has been growing rapidly, and having ASICS on board means we can continue to grow it and take it to the next level.”

“We are pleased to welcome ASICS as the new title sponsor and believe the brand fits perfectly with the race and our vision for the future. We are also proud for the Greater Manchester Marathon to be sponsored by ASICS alongside some of the world’s top marathons.”

ASICS UK marketing manager, Cathy McGinnis, added: “ASICS is delighted to announce its title sponsorship of the Greater Manchester Marathon and we are certain the partnership will strengthen ASICS’ position as the runner’s choice in the UK. The event has gone from strength to strength and we are proud to support a key event in the UK race calendar. We look forward to supporting all the runners in their marathon journey.”

The Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) has revealed a four year extension to its partnership with Babolat, one of the world’s leading tennis equipment brands.

As the Official Equipment Supplier to the LTA, Babolat will provide technical, product and stringing support across the organisation, including via the Babolab at the National Tennis Centre in Roehampton.

The new agreement, which will extend until 2017, will also see continued support by Babolat of grass roots projects to support the LTA’s drive to get more people playing tennis more often. Babolat joined the LTA’s commercial programme in 2009.

LTA Commercial Director, Lawrence Robertson, said: “Babolat are leading the way in innovation in the tennis marketplace and we’re delighted that they have again chosen to partner with the LTA to further support their continued growth and expansion across the UK. We look forward to working closely with them as we both strive to get more people playing our great sport more often.”

Babolat UK Sales and Marketing Director, Franck Debeauvais said: “We are delighted to extend our existing partnership with the LTA for another 4 years. It is an exciting time for British tennis, and we look forward to working together with the LTA to further develop and grow the sport in Great Britain, at both performance and grass roots levels.”

Babolat will also in addition be appointed Official Stringer of the Aegon Championships, Aegon Classic and Aegon International, will also be offering support and advice to coaches, stringers and tournaments nationwide.

Babolat is one of the world’s leading tennis equipment manufacturers, and has built relations with some of the world’s best players, including Rafael Nadal, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, Na Li and Agnieszka Radwańska, as well as several talented British players including Johanna Konta, Dom Inglot, Luke Bambridge, Jonny O’Mara and Harriet Dart.

The ITL Group have announced that it has secured the rights to become the sole Official Supplier of Holographic Labels for the 2014 Commonwealth Games which take place in Glasgow next July and August.

With athletes representing over 70 countries across 17 different sports, cough The Commonwealth Games is a showcase event on the sporting Calendar and after the success of London 2012, adiposity promises to be one of the most eagerly anticipated Games ever.

ITL is a global provider of Apparel Labeling Solutions and will be responsible for the international manufacture and distribution of Holographic Labels for all 2014 Glasgow Merchandise and in doing so, will play an important role in ensuring product authenticity for the Commonwealth Games Collection.

Speaking shortly after the announcement was made, European Marketing Director Simon Phelps commented “We are delighted to play a role in an event of such international stature as the Commonwealth Games and are confident that this project will reinforce our status as a reliable supplier of international Apparel Labeling Solutions.”

Super Rugby club RaboDirect Melbourne Rebels have announced a partnership with BMW Group Australia with the German car manufacturer signing on as Silver Sponsor in a two-year partnership.

Rob Clarke, Melbourne Rebels CEO, commented: “BMW is one of the world’s most recognisable and respected brands. They are known for consistently delivering high-performance vehicles, and are characterised by a combination of engineering excellence, style and innovation.

“The Melbourne Rebels are extremely proud to partner with such an esteemed company, and look forward to working closely with the team at BMW Group Australia in the coming years.”

Phil Horton, Managing Director of BMW Group Australia, was delighted to announce the partnership with the Melbourne Rebels.

“At BMW Group Australia, we are focussed on providing ultimate driving enjoyment, outperforming all competitors, and leading the way in terms of technology and development – so we have a great deal in common with the Melbourne Rebels,” Horton said.

“We are very pleased to commence this association, and look forward to a mutually rewarding partnership.”

Andretti Autosport have announced a new multi-year agreement with Honda for the Japanese car manufacturer to supply engines for the IndyCar champions.

“We look forward to working with Honda again; for us, anabolics it’s like being back home. I have no doubt that together we will see great success, clinic ” said Michael Andretti, the team’s Chairman, President and CEO.

The Indianapolis-based team has competed as part of Team Chevy for the last two seasons, winning the championship in 2012 with Ryan Hunter-Reay. Prior to the return of the IndyCar manufacture competition in 2011, Andretti captured three series championships with Honda (2004, 2005, 2007), as well as two Indianapolis 500 victories (2005, 2007). Since its inception in 2003, Andretti Autosport has captured 48 IndyCar Series victories – 39 of those under Honda power.

“We’re extremely happy to welcome Michael Andretti and his Andretti Autosport organization back into the Honda Racing family,” said Art St. Cyr, President, Honda Performance Development. “As many of you will remember, the Andretti organization played a major role in Honda’s success during the previous era of manufacturer competition in Indy car racing, and we’re looking forward to adding more victories and championships to an already impressive total.”

Honda has been a fixture in North American open-wheel racing since 1994 and has played an active role in the growth of Indy car racing – as both a Manufacturers’ Championship competitor and single engine supplier – since joining the series in 2003.

The company scored its first of nine consecutive Indianapolis 500 victories in 2004. Honda won Manufacturers’ Championships in 2004 and 2005, and captured the drivers’ championships with Andretti drivers Tony Kanaan (2004) and Wheldon (2005).

Rhino Rugby has extended their long-term collaboration with England Rugby by securing a new deal with Rugby Football Union (RFU). 

Over the next four years Rhino will continue to exclusively supply training products to all England squads from the senior men and women to U16 and will work closely with the RFU in a new process of research and innovation.

As one of the world’s leading sport brands, Rhino is committed to investigating and producing equipment where there is a need for bespoke items to be used exclusively by the squads.

The relationship continues to bring benefits to all levels of the game with a discounted product range available to community rugby clubs.

Rhino has also become a partner of the Club Benefits Guide which was recently released detailing the support available to clubs such as grants, specialist advice and preferential rates, including those offered by Rhino.

Sophie Goldschmidt, RFU Chief Commercial Officer said: “Rhino has a strong rugby heritage and in priding itself on reliability, integrity, and team spirit its priorities are closely aligned to ours.

“They have been a valued partner for a quarter of a century and are committed to rugby at all levels, ensuring the best technology and equipment is available to players and coaches.”

England Forwards Coach Graham Rowntree added: “Rhino has been great to work with over the years and I’m pleased that the relationship is set to continue. They understand the demands of rugby and the need to create quality and innovative equipment which develops the right technique for players and ensures the training ground replicates match conditions as closely as possible.”

Rhino Rugby Managing Director Anthony Locke added: “We are very pleased to have renewed our arrangements with the RFU and look forward to continuing to work closely with all England representative teams and to supply the equipment that the senior side need to prepare for the 2015 World Cup and beyond.

“We’re also excited to be involved in the RFU’s drive to make first class equipment more accessible to clubs.”