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Sports-tech startup KhiladiPro secures $1Mn in pre-seed round

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Sports-tech startup KhiladiPro secures $1Mn in pre-seed round
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Sports-tech startup KhiladiPro secures $1Mn in pre-seed round Sports tech platform KhiladiPro (KPro) has raised approximately $1 million in a pre-seed funding round co-led by Shastra VC and MGA Ventures. The round also witnessed participation from prominent family offices and angel investors, including M Pallonji, Jeena and Co., Ayaz Billawala, Nimesh Kampani and Jaimin Bhat. The fresh funds will be used to accelerate the development of its proprietary AI models, expand reach in domestic markets, and enhance support systems for young athletes across the country, KhiladiPro said in a press release. Launched in August 2023 by Utkarsh Yadav, KPro is a Visual AI sports tech platform that aims to democratize access to athletic talent discovery and development in India. The company enables mobile-based, standardized sports assessments which deliver expert-level feedback to young athletes across schools and academies. According to the Bengaluru-based startup, its flagship products include sports ability tests for badminton & cricket, the Khiladi Ability Index (KAI) which places all users on a unified rating scale, KPro Olympiad for schools, and Khiladi Klub for high-potential youth athletes. With over 56 in-house AI models built ground-up and partnerships with institutions like DLCL, Karnataka Badminton Association, and Handball Association of India, KPro aims to build an inclusive, Olympic-aligned, and digitally empowered athletic ecosystem for the next generation. According to market research, India's sports technology market is projected to reach $1,479.2 million by 2033. KPro's flagship products—Kpro SAT and the Khiladi Ability Index (KAI)—is a first AI-powered benchmark for youth fitness and movement intelligence. Grounded in global frameworks like Fundamental Motor Skills (FMS) and Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD), KAI enables early identification of athletic potential and supports personalized growth trajectories for children.

Machaxi raises $1.5 Mn from Rainmatter, Prakash Padukone, others

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Machaxi raises $1.5 Mn from Rainmatter, Prakash Padukone, others
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Machaxi, a Bengaluru-based sports-tech startup focused on grassroots coaching and digital sports infrastructure, has raised $1.5 million in a funding round led by Rainmatter, the investment arm of Zerodha, with participation from badminton legend Prakash Padukone and existing investors. The proceeds will support Machaxi’s expansion into Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai, and accelerate the development of its AI-powered coaching platform aimed at standardizing badminton training across India. Founded in 2022 by Pratish Raj and Ankit Raj, Machaxi offers training programs that ensure consistent, high-quality coaching regardless of geography. The firm currently operates centres in Bengaluru and aims to expand its reach nationwide, catering to first-time players as well as aspiring professional athletes. As part of its expansion strategy, Machaxi has partnered with the Padukone School of Badminton to launch the “Machaxi x Padukone School of Badminton” program, which aims to set up more than 1,000 coaching centres over the next four years. The system will assist with performance tracking and scalability, complementing human coaching rather than replacing it.

Sports-tech startup Spolto raises $1 Mn in seed round

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Sports-tech startup Spolto raises $1 Mn in seed round
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Sports-tech startup Spolto has raised $1 million (nearly Rs 8.4 crore) in a seed round led by Andrew Johnston and others. The proceeds will be deployed towards scaling its services and reaching more urban communities, Spolto said in a press-release. Co-founded in 2021 by Safa Soltani and Divesh Nathani, Spolto aims to empower sports across urban India. The platform offers access to a wide array of sports, from tennis and swimming to badminton and gymnastics, it is also offering new-age games like pickleball. The startup aspires to foster grassroots sports development and recreational skill-building, making sports an integral part of everyday life for urban Indians. According to Spolto, it is about to enhance its digital presence, addressing the needs of the new-age Indian consumer. With a focus on accessibility and convenience, it intends to become the go-to platform for sports skill development in India’s urban centers. The Pune-based company claims that it has established partnerships with over 1,200 coaches and academies across 12 sports in Maharashtra since inception.

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