Skechers, the Comfort Technology Company®, has expanded its cricket athlete roster by signing Jasprit Bumrah, one of the world's most renowned pace bowlers. The India National Team and Mumbai Indians star will now wear Skechers Cricket footwear and feature in the brand's marketing campaigns, promoting both its performance and lifestyle collections.
Bumrah joins a growing list of cricket stars already wearing Skechers, including Ishan Kishan and Yastika Bhatia, who have been part of the brand’s athlete roster for the past year. Skechers further solidified its presence in the cricket world by signing on as the official kit sponsor of the Mumbai Indians.
“I joined the Skechers family as they are known for blending comfort with cutting-edge innovation,” said Jasprit Bumrah, who recently earned the prestigious Sir Garfield Sobers Award for the 2024 ICC Men's Cricketer of the Year. “Their wide range of offerings make it a perfect fit for athletes who value performance without compromising on style, especially for bowlers like me. I’m proud to represent a brand that resonates with my approach to both cricket and life.”
Rahul Vira, CEO of Skechers South Asia Pvt. Ltd., stated, “Jasprit Bumrah’s relentless pursuit of excellence perfectly aligns with Skechers' commitment to innovation and performance. Having him as part of the Skechers family adds to our stellar roster of ambassadors, including Yastika Bhatia and Ishan Kishan. The Skechers Team of athletes illustrate how the signature Comfort That Performs of Skechers Cricket footwear can help anyone’s game no matter what level you play. We’re excited to further elevate our journey in cricket and continue shaping the future of sports culture in India.”
Since his debut in 2014, Bumrah has redefined bowling across all formats, surpassing 400 international wickets in 2024. He became the first bowler to achieve the number one ranking in all three formats, and was honoured as the ‘Player of the Series’ during India’s 2024 World Cup victory. In 2018, he made history as the first Asian bowler to take five-wicket hauls in South Africa, England, and Australia within a single year. Bumrah has also won multiple prestigious awards, including the BCCI Polly Umrigar Awards in 2018-2019 and 2021-2022, and was named the ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year in 2024. As a key figure in the Mumbai Indians squad, Bumrah has played a crucial role in all five of the team’s title wins, solidifying his place as one of cricket's finest performers.
The Skechers Cricket range includes both full spike and half spike options. The Skechers Cricket Elite, featuring 11 metal spikes, offers players superior traction and stability, helping them perform with confidence and deliver powerful movements on the field. Meanwhile, the Skechers Cricket Blade, with seven metal spikes, is designed to provide a balanced mix of grip and agility, ideal for players who require quick, decisive actions.
Beyond cricket, Skechers has a global team of elite athletes in its performance footwear, including Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri, and international icons such as footballers Harry Kane, Baris Alper Yilmaz, Mohammed Kudus, and Isco Alarcón, as well as basketball stars Joel Embiid, Julius Randle, Terance Mann, Norman Powell, and Rickea Jackson. The brand also sponsors golfers Matt Fitzpatrick and Brooke Henderson, pickleball pros Tyson McGuffin and Catherine Parenteau, and Major League Baseball players Clayton Kershaw and Aaron Nola.
