By BrandsShouts So, first of all, who is the current Brand Ambassador of MRF Tyres? One of the top tyre brands in India, MRF Tyres, has been a major supporter of cricket for a long time. And to keep their connection strong, they have signed up some of the greatest names in the game. Presently, Shubman Gill has been announced as the new brand ambassador of MRF Tyres. To begin with, Virat Kohli is still the face of the brand. We shall now have a look at all the necessary details about the present and past MRF brand ambassadors.
When Did Shubman Gill Join MRF Tyres?
Shubman Gill’s association with MRF Tyres as the brand ambassador was the first significant event. He was MRF’s pick for their face in March 2025. So, advertising with MRF will be one of the ways he will be utilizing his star power.
Virat Kohli definitely stayed a significant element of MRF’s advertising, though. Since 2017, he has been the brand ambassador for the company with a long-term contract that was extended for another 8 years. So despite Shubman’s arrival, Virat is still very much part of MRF’s identity going forward.
What Does It Mean To Be an MRF Brand Ambassador?
Generally speaking, an MRF brand ambassador of the company is a person who represents the brand through sponsorships and promotions. In the case of sportsmen, the most visible sign of such an association is when they play using the bats that carry the MRF logo and additionally take part in advertisements or marketing campaigns of the company.
MRF gets direct brand promotion through the MRF logo every time players such as Shubman Gill or Virat Kohli go out to bat. But that visibility, which comes from field performance, helps MRF to link with cricket lovers from all over the nation.
Other Cricketers Who’ve Represented MRF
MRF has teamed up with a number of cricket legends throughout the history. The brand has had an association with players like Sachin Tendulkar, Brian Lara, Steve Waugh, and AB de Villiers at different times.
Around 2015, MRF also roped AB de Villiers to be their brand ambassador, and with his support, the company gained a strong foothold in cricket promotions across the globe. Besides the MRF logo featured on their bats, these athletes also appeared in press and advertisement campaigns for MRF, which has helped the brand maintain its visibility in the sports arena.