Sportskeeda
An Indian sports and esports news site covering cricket, football, gaming and wrestling.
Sportskeeda at a glance
Sportskeeda is a sports website and one of the most visited sites in India, currently ranked #166 in the country. It was founded in 2009 by Porus Gandhi, Rahul Ghosh and is headquartered in Bengaluru, India. Today Sportskeeda is owned by Nextgen Digital Media. Our estimates put its audience at ≈ 110 million visits per month. The business earns money mainly through digital advertising, sponsored content. Its closest rivals include cricbuzz.com, espncricinfo.com, gamerant.com.
Traffic statistics
Traffic history
| Period | Visits | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | ≈ 103 million / month | +2% |
| Q2 | ≈ 107 million / month | +3% |
| Q3 | ≈ 110 million / month | +3% |
| Q4 | ≈ 117 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
- ≈ 33 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| sportskeeda | 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
- sportskeeda.com
- Sector
- Sports
- Owner
- Nextgen Digital Media
- Owner type
- Private company
- Founders
- Porus Gandhi, Rahul Ghosh
- Founded
- 2009
- Headquarters
- Bengaluru, India
- Employees
- 500+
- Ownership
- Nextgen Digital Media controls the platform. Ownership details are based on public filings and press reporting.
- Revenue
- ≈ $70 million annual revenue (est.)
- Languages
- English, Hindi
- Top traffic sources
- direct, organic search, social
Financials
- Revenue
- ≈ $70 million annual revenue (est.)
- Ownership
- Private company
- Reporting
- Figures based on public filings, press reports and market estimates
Business model & revenue
Sportskeeda operates a sports media platform focused on India. An Indian sports and esports news site covering cricket, football, gaming and wrestling. Revenue comes mainly from digital advertising, supported by the other lines listed below.
- Digital advertising
- Sponsored content
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)
- #166 in this index
- Sector rank
- Leading sports site in India
- Global rank
- 900
Main competitors
Website comparisons
| Website | Monthly visits | Rank | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| cricbuzz.com | ≈ 66 million / month | #167 class competitor | — |
| espncricinfo.com | ≈ 49.5 million / month | #168 class competitor | — |
| gamerant.com | ≈ 33 million / month | #169 class competitor | — |
What is Sportskeeda?
Sportskeeda (sportskeeda.com) is a sports media platform serving users in India. An Indian sports and esports news site covering cricket, football, gaming and wrestling. It ranks #166 among the most visited websites in the country in this index, within the sports category.
Who owns Sportskeeda?
The site is operated by Nextgen Digital Media, founded by Porus Gandhi, Rahul Ghosh. The company was established in 2009 and is headquartered in Bengaluru, India. It employs around 500+.
Traffic and audience
Traffic estimates place Sportskeeda at roughly 110 million visits per month, about 3.7 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 Sportskeeda makes money
Revenue comes primarily from digital advertising, alongside sponsored content.
Competitors in India
Its closest rivals include cricbuzz.com, espncricinfo.com, gamerant.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
- 2009
Sportskeeda is founded in Bengaluru, India.
- Growth phase
Expands its sports offering and moves to a mobile-first product.
- Today
Ranks #166 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 Sportskeeda?
Sportskeeda is operated by Nextgen Digital Media. Private company structure, based on public filings and press reporting.
Where is Sportskeeda headquartered?
Sportskeeda is headquartered in Bengaluru, India.
When was Sportskeeda founded?
Sportskeeda was founded in 2009 by Porus Gandhi, Rahul Ghosh.
How many employees does Sportskeeda have?
Sportskeeda employs approximately 500+ people.
What is Sportskeeda's revenue?
Sportskeeda's revenue: ≈ $70 million annual revenue (est.).
Who are Sportskeeda's competitors?
Main competitors in India include cricbuzz.com, espncricinfo.com, gamerant.com.
How does Sportskeeda make money?
Mainly digital advertising, sponsored content.
Is Sportskeeda publicly traded?
No — Sportskeeda is not listed as an independent public company; it is operated by Nextgen Digital Media.
How many visitors does Sportskeeda get?
Third-party estimates place Sportskeeda at roughly 110 million visits per month, mostly from India, with 83% mobile traffic.
Is Sportskeeda safe?
Sportskeeda is an established sports site founded in 2009 and ranked #166 in India; use the official domain sportskeeda.com and HTTPS.
Popular searches
Data sources & confidence
- Company website and public announcementssportskeeda.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