FanCode ranks ninth globally in sports entertainment app downloads

FanCode has been recognised as India’s leading sports entertainment app and ranks ninth globally in downloads, according to the Sensor Tower State of Mobile 2025 report. The report, which analyses app downloads across the Play Store and iOS, highlights FanCode’s strong performance in the digital sports ecosystem.Key insights from the report show that FanCode ranks third in India among all sports apps for downloads in 2024. It also holds the top spot in the Asia-Pacific region for in-app purchase growth and is ranked eighth in the region for monthly active users.

Cofounder Yannick Colaco reflected on the company’s journey, stating, “Five years ago, we launched FanCode with the mission of bringing the best of global and domestic sports to fans across the country. Built by sports fans, for sports fans, the response has been incredible, and it’s amazing to see how deeply communities have embraced FanCode—whether it’s for cricket, motorsports, golf, basketball, or football.

FanCode has become an integral part of fans’ lives, yet there’s so much more to do! The opportunity to create value in the sports ecosystem is enormous, and we’re going to continue to work tirelessly to innovate and contribute to the growth of sports fandom in India, and other markets in the very near future.”

Cofounder Prasana Krishnan also celebrated the milestone, saying, “Being recognised as India’s top sports entertainment app and ranking among the top sports apps globally is a testament to the passion of our users and the dedication of our team. In just over five years, we’ve come a long way to deliver a world-class sports experience. And there’s lots more to come.”

FanCode’s ranking reflects its strong user adoption, driven by diverse sports coverage across 12+ sports, innovative live-streaming features, and exclusive partnerships with leading global sporting bodies. Competing with global giants, FanCode’s inclusion in the top 10 sports apps worldwide solidifies its leadership in the digital sports space.

The platform’s major partnerships include Formula 1, ICC, PGA Tour, AFC, Cricket West Indies, Bangladesh Cricket Board, Copa Del Rey, and Carabao Cup. FanCode is accessible across Amazon Prime Video Channels, Tata Play, Vodafone Idea, Airtel XStream, Jio TV, and Jio TV+.Founded in 2019 by sports industry veterans Yannick Colaco and Prasana Krishnan, FanCode has over 160 million users. It offers personalised content and merchandise, interactive live streaming, and industry-first subscription models. Its parent company, Dream Sports, also owns Dream11 and DreamSetGo.