Kapil Dev supports Adani’s Golf push in India

Ahmedabad

Cricket legend Kapil Dev has thrown his support behind the Adani Group’s efforts to make golf a mainstream sport in India. The announcement came during the launch of the Adani-PGTI Golf Training Academy at the Belvedere Golf & Country Club, a joint initiative with the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI).

The academy aims to nurture a new generation of golf champions with world-class infrastructure and coaching. Adding to the excitement, the Adani Group also launched the ‘Adani Invitational Golf Championship 2025,’ signaling its official entry into professional Indian golf.

Kapil Dev praised the initiative, highlighting the need for corporate backing in promoting sports beyond cricket. “Most of the time, we see focus on cricket, but it makes me very happy that you are giving time to other sports like golf. Every tournament is a boost to the game,” he said.

Drawing parallels with cricket, Dev stressed the role of academies in developing talent. “Why do we go to good schools and colleges? Because they produce top students. The same applies to sports. If there are quality academies in every city, we will create good golfers just like we have produced great cricketers.”

Dev also emphasized the importance of grassroots events and large-scale tournaments to inspire young athletes. “If there are more tournaments for children, parents will feel motivated to push them towards the sport. That’s the future—creating opportunities through well-equipped ranges and practice grounds,” he added.

With this initiative, the Adani Group aims to elevate golf’s profile in India, fostering both talent and interest in the sport across the country.