Uber signs mobility partnership with Gujarat Lions

Uber, the ridesharing app today announced its mobility partnership with the Gujarat Lions Team for the 10th edition of the Indian Premier League.

As a part of this partnership, Uber has launched an IPL special limited period product, uberLIONS that will give cricket lovers in Ahmedabad an easy, comfortable and affordable option to get to Rajkot and get a ride back to Ahmedabad.

"At Uber, we are always working on new and innovative hyper-local campaigns, designed to celebrate the cultural nuances​ of the cities that we serve. We are thrilled about stepping in as mobility partners for Gujarat Lions, and giving cricket lovers in Ahmedabad a hassle-free way to commute to see their favourite team play," said Amit Jain, president, South Asia and India, Uber.

Commenting on the partnership, Keshav Bansal, owner, Gujarat Lions Team said, “We are delighted to associate with Uber for a one-of-a-kind partnership in our endeavor to provide an unmatched viewing experience for our fans. I am hoping the vast legion of Gujarat Lions fans will benefit from this winning partnership and experience seamless city travel experience and take an Uber to and from the Saurashtra stadium to roar with the lions.”

“As Gujarat Lion’s official mobility partners, we want to make sure riders have a safe and reliable ride, so they can sit back and build up the excitement on the way to catch their favorite team in action. That’s why we launched UberLIONS, our IPL special product that will make it easy for cricket lovers in Ahmedabad to get to the stadium in Rajkot. So get ready Ahmedabad, "Game maari chhe, Uber ni savaari chhe!", said Viral Jhaveri, general manager, Gujarat, Uber India.

As a part of this partnership, Uber is also launching a #RequestRideRoar campaign, that will give lucky riders the opportunity to meet and greet the Gujarat Lions and win tickets to match, while enjoying an affordable ride.