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Centre Court loops in new LP, nears final close of maiden sports-focused VC fund

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VCCircle · 10m ago

Centre Court loops in new LP, nears final close of maiden sports-focused VC fund

- Centre Court Capital attracts Indian institutional limited partner for maiden fund - Firm founded by Mustafa Ghouse and Alok Samtaney - Focus on sports technology and gaming investments - Maiden fund nearing final close - Partnership with Indian LP brings firm closer to final target - Founders bring extensive experience in sports and investment industries

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Centre Court Capital marks first close of maiden VC fund

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Centre Court Capital marks first close of maiden VC fund

Sports technology and gaming-focused venture capital firm Centre Court Capital has achieved the first close of its debut investment fund. The category-II alternative investment fund, which is seeking to amass INR3.5bn ($46.8m), has raised INR2bn from investors including the family office of Sajjan Jindal, US investment firm PremjiInvest, the Small Industries Development Bank of India and GMR Sports. The fund will invest in sports and gaming tech start-ups in India, aiming for 15 investments in the next three years.

Avaana gets backing of another offshore LP, nears target for climate-tech fund

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Avaana gets backing of another offshore LP, nears target for climate-tech fund

Climate-focused venture capital firm Avaana Capital is close to achieving its target for a $120 million climate-tech fund. The firm has received backing from an offshore investor and is edging closer to the final close of its maiden fund, the Avaana Sustainability Fund. In June last year, Avaana Capital reached the first close of $70 million for the fund.

Avaana nears target for $120 mn climate-tech fund with offshore LP on board

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Avaana nears target for $120 mn climate-tech fund with offshore LP on board

Climate-focused venture capital firm Avaana Capital is close to reaching its target for a $120 million climate-tech fund. The fund has attracted a prominent offshore investor as it nears its final close. Avaana Capital previously closed the Avaana Sustainability Fund at $70 million in June 2021.

Centre Court Capital announces maiden fund for sports and gaming startups

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Entrackr · 1y ago

Centre Court Capital announces maiden fund for sports and gaming startups

Centre Court Capital has announced the launch of Rs 350 crore (approximately $42 million) worth maiden fund for sports and gaming startups. Founded by Mustafa Ghouse, Alok Samtaney, the fund will back founders bringing innovative tech and pushing the boundaries of the sports and gaming ecosystem. Centre Court Capital is SEBI-registered Category II AIF, and is soon launching an offshore feeder fund in GIFT City, to raise capital from international investors. The fund has already completed its first two investments in the sports tech space. As per the fund, it will look to focus on early stage opportunities, earmarking Rs 8 to 24 crore, while reserving 40-50% of the fund for follow-on investments. The sector-focused VC fund has already raised Rs 200 crore in commitments from investors and athletes. Other notable figures from the world of sport and media have also joined.

Centre Court Capital Floats Maiden INR 350 Cr Sports Tech And Gaming Fund

Inc42 · 1y ago

Centre Court Capital Floats Maiden INR 350 Cr Sports Tech And Gaming Fund

Mumbai-based venture capital fund Centre Court Capital has launched its inaugural INR 350 crore fund, with a focus on the sports and gaming sectors. The fund, which has already raised INR 200 crore from investors and athletes, aims to be at the forefront of India's sports and gaming revolution. It has already made two undisclosed investments in the sports tech space and will primarily focus on early-stage opportunities. Centre Court Capital also plans to launch an offshore feeder fund in GIFT City to attract international investors.

AI-focused VC SenseAI sets timeline for final close of maiden fund, says top exec

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VCCircle · 9m ago

AI-focused VC SenseAI sets timeline for final close of maiden fund, says top exec

SenseAI Ventures, a venture capital firm specializing in AI technology investments, is nearing the final close of its debut fund. The firm, founded in 2017, is focused on investing in startups that develop AI technologies.

Avaana nears target for $120 mn climate-tech fund with offshore LP on board

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Avaana nears target for $120 mn climate-tech fund with offshore LP on board

Climate-tech venture capital firm Avaana Capital is close to reaching its target of $120 million for its maiden climate-tech fund. The firm recently secured a significant offshore investor as it moves towards its final close. Avaana Capital had already achieved a first close on the Avaana Sustainability Fund in June 2020, raising $70 million. The fund focuses on supporting startups that are developing innovative solutions to address climate change and promote sustainability.

Athera Venture Partners gets local LP for fourth VC fund

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VCCircle · 8m ago

Athera Venture Partners gets local LP for fourth VC fund

Early-stage venture capital firm, Athera Venture Partners, has added HDFC Asset Management Company’s Select AIF Fund of Funds-I scheme as a key domestic limited partner for its fourth fund. Athera is currently raising INR 900 crore ($106 million) for the fund and plans to invest in tech-focused startups in areas such as consumer internet, enterprise software, AI, and other emerging technologies. The firm aims to make the final close of the fund in 2025 and has already invested in six startups from the fund, including Ati Motors, Terra, Hyperbots, CynLr, Billion Hearts, and ClickPost.

InCred nears final close of maiden PE fund exceeding target

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VCCircle · 7m ago

InCred nears final close of maiden PE fund exceeding target

InCred Alternative Investments is approaching the final close of its maiden private equity fund, which was launched in February of the previous year. This fund, backed by KKR, may surpass its initial target corpus, according to a source familiar with the matter. InCred is part of a financial services group and this development marks a significant milestone for its growth and investment strategy.

Cedar Capital taps Saudi LP for maiden venture capital fund

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Cedar Capital taps Saudi LP for maiden venture capital fund

Cedar Capital has selected an offshore asset manager to invest in its debut venture capital fund. The firm, created by management consulting firm Cedar Consulting and fintech market intelligence platform IBS Intelligence, launched a fintech-focused fund last year. The fund achieved its first close in March and aims to support early-stage companies.

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