EaseMyTrip Founder and Chairman Nishant Pitti Joins Global Sporting Icons at Stars Golf League Mauritius Launch
Nishant Pitti, Founder and Chairman of EaseMyTrip has joined the international sporting icons and distinguished personalities at the launch of the Stars Golf League Mauritius.
Event Overview
- Launch: “The Opening Swing” cocktail reception at Sugar Beach, Flic en Flac (22 August 2026).
- Tournament Dates: 25–28 March 2027.
- Format: 36 global icons — 24 golfing legends, 6 lady golfers, 6 celebrity golfers — across six teams.
- Prize Purse: USD 1.6 million.
- Broadcast Reach: Live in 130+ countries.
Confirmed Names
- Golf legends: Ernie Els, Colin Montgomerie
- Sporting icons: AB de Villiers, Kapil Dev, Ruud Gullit, Yuvraj Singh
- Celebrity presence: R. Madhavan (actor, co-founder), Mahesh Bhupathi (tennis), Nishant Pitti (EaseMyTrip founder)
Strategic Vision
- Ten-year ambition: Establish Mauritius as a permanent annual fixture on the luxury sporting calendar.
- Builds on the success of World Tennis League and World Padel League by the same team.
- Designed to merge sport, entertainment, hospitality, and tourism into a global property.
Voices from the Launch
- Nishant Pitti (EaseMyTrip): Sport is a driver of international travel; this league can boost Mauritius’ appeal among high-value travelers.
- Kapil Dev: Exciting format that connects different sporting communities.
- Mahesh Bhupathi: More than a tournament — a global sporting property with premium experiences.
- R. Madhavan: A celebratory, engaging format that blends sport and entertainment.
Impact for Mauritius
- Strengthens the island’s positioning as a luxury tourism and sporting destination.
- Leverages golf’s global appeal to attract international audiences and high-value visitors.
- Creates convergence between sport, entertainment, and destination marketing.
