Toyam Sports Gains 9% On Winning Web Series Award At Kenya International Film Festival

Small-cap financial services company Toyam Sports started trading today at Rs 4.86 per share and gradually climbed to Rs 5.30, recording a 9.05% intraday gain. The rise in value of the company's shares following the announcement by Toyam Sports Limited that its sports web series, "Kumite 1 Warrior Hunt," has accomplished a noteworthy achievement by being named the winner of the popular "Best Sports Web Series" 2023 award at the renowned 6th Kenya International Film Festival (KISFF), the leading African film festival.

On October 29, in Nairobi, Kenya, on the evening of the fourth day of the renowned event, the eagerly awaited results were revealed. Among the many outstanding sports feature films, TV shows, and web series that have been produced all over the world, "Kumite 1 Warrior Hunt" is a clear winner in this area. It has been deemed the Best Sports Web Series of 2023 because of its exceptional writing, production value, and compelling depiction of the sports and competitive environment.

Mr. Mohamedali Budhwani, the Chairman and Managing Director of Toyam Sports Limited, shared his thoughts on the news, saying, "We, at Toyam Sports Limited, feel a deep sense of humility upon receiving this esteemed award at Kenya International Sports Film Festival. This recognition serves as a source of motivation for me to redouble my efforts in producing sports content that can elevate our MMA athletes to a global stage of acknowledgment."

"'Kumite 1 Warrior Hunt' proudly stands as India's first sports web series, immersing viewers into the captivating world of mixed martial arts (MMA). Our primary mission is to make MMA a household name among the Indian population. This achievement is particularly significant at a time when fitness and well-being have taken centre stage in the discussions of India's youth," said Toyam Sports in a stock exchange filing.

"Toyam Sports Limited is immensely proud of this accomplishment and looks forward to continuing its journey of producing outstanding content for sports enthusiasts and viewers worldwide. With 'Kumite 1 Warrior Hunt,' our ultimate goal is to grant MMA the recognition it rightfully deserves within India's diverse sporting landscape. We look forward to sharing this remarkable journey with you all," said the company in a regulatory filing. The only listed company in India that is engaged in different sports production, promotion, and management is Toyam Sports Limited (TSL).