Robotic Dog Named ‘Champak’ Adds Flair to IPL 18
In the 2025 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), a robotic dog has been officially named “Champak.” This name was chosen based on the majority vote in a recent poll conducted by the official IPL account on X (formerly Twitter). The account announced the result with the post, “Meet ‘Champak.’” The name was unveiled on Sunday before the start of the match between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Mumbai Indians (MI).
The robotic dog has quickly become a popular and unique attraction this season. It is frequently seen approaching players and engaging in handshakes, and videos of cricketers playing with it have been widely shared and are trending across social media.
The robot is designed to run, walk, jump, and sit. A camera is mounted at the front of its head, offering viewers a compelling and immersive experience. It can also display certain expressions, making it an integral part of the broadcast for this 18th IPL season. As it entertains spectators in stadiums, it is drawing widespread attention and enthusiasm.
