Dream11
India's largest fantasy sports platform for cricket, football and kabaddi contests.
Dream11 at a glance
Dream11 is a sports website and one of the most visited sites in India, currently ranked #167 in the country. It was founded in 2008 by Harsh Jain, Bhavit Sheth and is headquartered in Mumbai, India. Today Dream11 is owned by Dream Sports. Our estimates put its audience at ≈ 40 million visits per month. The business earns money mainly through contest entry fees, advertising. Its closest rivals include mpl.live, my11circle.com, hotstar.com.
Traffic statistics
Traffic history
| Period | Visits | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | ≈ 37.6 million / month | +2% |
| Q2 | ≈ 38.8 million / month | +3% |
| Q3 | ≈ 40 million / month | +3% |
| Q4 | ≈ 42.4 million / month | +6% |
Traffic sources
- Direct45%
- Organic search30%
- Social16%
- Referral6%
- Paid3%
Audience & demographics
- Men74%
- Women26%
- Age 18-2427%
- Age 25-3431%
- Age 35-4422%
The audience is concentrated in India, skewing urban and mobile, with usage peaks in the evening hours.
Geographic reach
- India86%
Home market
- Diaspora and neighbouring markets7%
- Europe3%
- North America2%
- Rest of world2%
SEO profile
- Estimated organic traffic
- ≈ 12 million visits / month
- Branded share of search
- High — brand terms lead the keyword profile
- Indexed pages
- Large — category, listing or article level
- Primary search market
- India
Top organic keywords
| Keyword | Position | Volume | Traffic share |
|---|---|---|---|
| dream11 | 1 | Very high | Dominant |
| live scores | Top 10 | High | — |
| match results | Top 10 | High | — |
| league table | Top 10 | High | — |
Backlink profile
- Referring domains
- Tens of thousands
- Link profile
- News coverage, directories, blogs and partner sites
- Authority
- High within the India web
Top referral sources
- News and media31%
- Directories and aggregators24%
- Blogs and forums20%
- Partner sites14%
- Other11%
Technology stack
Website technologies
Advertising & analytics technologies
Stack details are inferred from public front-end signals and engineering communications; internal systems may differ.
Mobile app statistics
Available in the local store
Available in the local store
- App share of traffic
- ≈ 83% mobile
- Position in country
- Among the leading sports apps in India
Company information
- Website
- dream11.com
- Sector
- Sports
- Owner
- Dream Sports
- Owner type
- Private company
- Founders
- Harsh Jain, Bhavit Sheth
- Founded
- 2008
- Headquarters
- Mumbai, India
- Employees
- 1,000+
- Ownership
- Dream Sports controls the platform. Ownership details are based on public filings and press reporting.
- Revenue
- ≈ $1 billion annual revenue (est.)
- Languages
- English, Hindi
- Top traffic sources
- direct, organic search, social
Financials
- Revenue
- ≈ $1 billion annual revenue (est.)
- Ownership
- Private company
- Reporting
- Figures based on public filings, press reports and market estimates
Business model & revenue
Dream11 operates a sports media platform focused on India. India's largest fantasy sports platform for cricket, football and kabaddi contests. Revenue comes mainly from contest entry fees, supported by the other lines listed below.
- Contest entry fees
- Advertising
Products & services
Related deals on Amazon
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International presence
- Primary market
- India
- Expansion
- Regional and diaspora audiences beyond the home market
Employee statistics
Customer statistics
Website rankings
- Country rank (India)
- #167 in this index
- Sector rank
- Leading sports site in India
- Global rank
- 2500
Main competitors
Website comparisons
| Website | Monthly visits | Rank | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| mpl.live | ≈ 24 million / month | #168 class competitor | — |
| my11circle.com | ≈ 18 million / month | #169 class competitor | — |
| hotstar.com | ≈ 12 million / month | #170 class competitor | — |
What is Dream11?
Dream11 (dream11.com) is a sports media platform serving users in India. India's largest fantasy sports platform for cricket, football and kabaddi contests. It ranks #167 among the most visited websites in the country in this index, within the sports category.
Who owns Dream11?
The site is operated by Dream Sports, founded by Harsh Jain, Bhavit Sheth. The company was established in 2008 and is headquartered in Mumbai, India. It employs around 1,000+.
Traffic and audience
Traffic estimates place Dream11 at roughly 40 million visits per month, about 1.3 million per day. Around 83% mobile of sessions come from mobile devices, and visitors view about 4.8 pages per visit with an average session of 5 min.
How Dream11 makes money
Revenue comes primarily from contest entry fees, alongside advertising.
Competitors in India
Its closest rivals include mpl.live, my11circle.com, hotstar.com.
Data and accuracy
Company facts are drawn from public sources. Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or sector benchmarks, marked with ≈ where modelled, and are reviewed periodically.
Company history & milestones
- 2008
Dream11 is founded in Mumbai, India.
- Growth phase
Expands its sports offering and moves to a mobile-first product.
- Today
Ranks #167 among the most visited websites in India.
User reviews & ratings
| Source | Score | Reviews | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Play | ≈ 4.3 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| App Store | ≈ 4.5 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| Consumer review platforms | Mixed | — | Service and support are common themes |
App store ratings are solid, while consumer review platforms show the usual friction around support and service quality.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Live scores and fast match reporting
- Deep coverage of national leagues
- Free access to most content
- Strong mobile and app experience
Cons
- Ad-heavy match pages
- Betting advertising throughout
- Rumour-driven transfer coverage
- Video rights limit highlights
Key statistics
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Dream11?
Dream11 is operated by Dream Sports. Private company structure, based on public filings and press reporting.
Where is Dream11 headquartered?
Dream11 is headquartered in Mumbai, India.
When was Dream11 founded?
Dream11 was founded in 2008 by Harsh Jain, Bhavit Sheth.
How many employees does Dream11 have?
Dream11 employs approximately 1,000+ people.
What is Dream11's revenue?
Dream11's revenue: ≈ $1 billion annual revenue (est.).
Who are Dream11's competitors?
Main competitors in India include mpl.live, my11circle.com, hotstar.com.
How does Dream11 make money?
Mainly contest entry fees, advertising.
Is Dream11 publicly traded?
No — Dream11 is not listed as an independent public company; it is operated by Dream Sports.
How many visitors does Dream11 get?
Third-party estimates place Dream11 at roughly 40 million visits per month, mostly from India, with 83% mobile traffic.
Is Dream11 safe?
Dream11 is an established sports site founded in 2008 and ranked #167 in India; use the official domain dream11.com and HTTPS.
Popular searches
Data sources & confidence
- Company website and public announcementsdream11.com
- Third-party traffic estimation providersSimilarweb-class estimates
Visit figures are modelled, not measured
- App store listingsApple App Store, Google Play
- Press and market coverageIndia and international business media
- Data confidence
- Medium for company facts, medium-low for traffic and financial estimates. All modelled figures are rounded and marked with ≈.
- Last updated
- September 2026
Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or derived from sector benchmarks, and are reviewed periodically.
Social media profiles & statistics
Official brand account
Announcements and support
Community and campaigns
Company and hiring updates
Brand and product videos