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HT Kick Off: Never the twain shall split

February 13, 2026

Help from the governmentThis Saturday, after trials and tribulations, the 12th season of Indian Super League (ISL) will start. One that wouldn’t have happened had the sports ministry not intervened. One that wouldn’t have had 14 teams had the union sports minister not announced that all of them would be taking part.

Defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant will play the first match of ISL12 which could have been a non-starter had the union sports ministry not intervened

Credit: Hindustantimes

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One that needed a request from the sports ministry to state governments to "waive", "subsidise" or offer at "concessional" rate, stadiums, practice facilities and ancillaries associated with hosting matches to clubs.
One where clubs have asked the sports ministry for a concession on uplink fees and “associated broadcast related charges”.

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HT Kick Off: Never the twain shall split

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HT Kick Off: Never the twain shall split

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