Suhail Chandhok: A Visionary Leader Transforming U Mumba into a Global Sports and Entertainment Powerhouse

Suhail Chandhok, a name that is associated with the very best of sports and entertainment, carries a three-generational legacy with him. Practically born into sport, he carries industry experience of more than 10 years in the worlds of sports, entertainment & marketing, both in India and internationally.

Suhail Chandhok, who is only 35 years old, has recently taken over as the CEO and has been tasked with building on U Mumba’s spectacular triumphs from the previous nine seasons in Kabaddi and take Brand U Mumba to the next level with their involvement in the first ever Global Chess League starting this month, followed by the Ultimate Table Tennis League.

Backed with the vision to propel the U Mumba Brand as a New Age Team, Chandhok’s experience and ability to understand millennial and Gen Z’s, coupled with his ability to work closely with teams, plays a key role  in transforming U Mumba into a YOUTH BRAND.

From his days as a professional cricketer and high-performance Coach in Australia, to becoming one of India’s most well-known sports face and voice is one that is characterised by his success, determination and urge to make a mark in India’s sporting landscape.

A renowned sports entrepreneur, Chandhok made an enduring impact on the development of Kabaddi during the last decade, first through Kabaddi Adda and now through Elev8 India Sports. He has elevated Kabaddi into new spheres of excitement and appeal with his strong dedication to the development of fresh talent around the nation, the wildly popular Yuva Kabaddi Series as a launchpad to PKL.

He has demonstrated his adaptability and imaginative leadership via his engagements in sporting entities including the IPL, PKL, Indian Super League, Premier Badminton League, the Olympics, Tennis Grand Slams and the Hockey India League among others.

His profound love of sports and business energy are intertwined. The intense passion he has for the game and his desire to see it prosper permeate everything through he does, whether it is developing young talent or promoting the brand’s presence in other leagues.

Chandhok’s path serves as an example of the strength of ambition, grit, and a relentless pursuit of perfection. He has not only made an imprint on the world of sports but has also motivated many people to pursue their own aspirations.