The Economic Times

RCB on the ground, 2.1 lakh bill on the table & 6,200 orders per minute on the app: India's IPL food obsession revealed

IPL 2026 fueled a massive surge in food delivery and restaurant bookings across India. Swiggy reported significant jumps in orders and reservations, with major cities like Bengaluru and Mumbai leading the charge. Popular dishes included biryani and desserts, while large group dining saw substantial spending, proving cricket's strong link to culinary consumption.