Anil Kumar Goel and associates acquired 54,000 shares in Sportking India Limited through open market purchases between February 11-13, 2026, increasing their combined stake from 4.995% to 5.04%. The non-promoter group acquisition was disclosed under SEBI regulations, with the company's equity capital remaining at Rs. 12,70,72,000 comprising 12,70,72,000 shares of Rs. 1 face value each.
Anil Kumar Goel Group Increases Stake in Sportking India to 5.04% Through Open Market Acquisition
Sportking India Limited has disclosed a stake acquisition by Anil Kumar Goel and his associates under SEBI's substantial acquisition regulations. The group acquired 54,000 additional equity shares through open market purchases, increasing their combined shareholding in the sports goods manufacturer.
Acquisition Details
The acquisition involved multiple entities acting in concert, including Anil Kumar Goel, Anil Kumar Goel HUF, Seema Goel, and Rashi Goel. The disclosure clarifies that the acquirers do not belong to the promoter or promoter group of the company.
Parameter: Details Acquisition Period: February 11-13, 2026 Shares Acquired: 54,000 equity shares Acquisition Mode: Open Market Purchase Acquirer Status: Non-promoter group
Shareholding Changes
The acquisition resulted in a marginal increase in the group's voting rights in Sportking India Limited. The transaction was completed entirely through open market purchases over a three-day period.
Holding Period: Number of Shares Percentage (%) Before Acquisition: 63,47,000 4.995% Shares Acquired: 54,000 0.005% After Acquisition: 64,01,000 5.04%
Company Capital Structure
Sportking India Limited's equity share capital remained unchanged following this acquisition. The company maintains its existing capital structure with no dilution or expansion of share capital.
Capital Component: Details Total Equity Capital: Rs. 12,70,72,000 Number of Shares: 12,70,72,000 Face Value per Share: Rs. 1 Share Status: Fully paid
Regulatory Compliance
The disclosure was filed under Regulation 29(1) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. The acquirers submitted the required documentation to both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India, where Sportking India Limited shares are listed. The company trades under scrip code 539221 on BSE and under the symbol 'Sportking' on NSE.
Sportking India Limited has delivered strong financial results for the third quarter of FY26, showcasing robust growth across key performance metrics. The textile manufacturer reported significant improvements in profitability and operational efficiency during the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
Corrigendum for Financial Results Publication
Sportking India Limited issued a corrigendum regarding its financial results published on February 9, 2026. The company clarified that the board meeting date was incorrectly mentioned in the published results:
Parameter Incorrect Date Correct Date Board Meeting Date Saturday, February 7, 2025 Saturday, February 7, 2026 Publication Date February 9, 2026 February 9, 2026 Error Type Typographical No change in financial data
The corrigendum was communicated to BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited, emphasizing that this was purely a typographical error with no changes to the financial results or any other published information.
Q3 FY26 Financial Performance
The company demonstrated strong financial performance with notable growth in key metrics:
Metric Q3 FY26 Q3 FY25 Growth Revenue from Operations Rs. 645.9 crores Rs. 609.7 crores +5.9% EBITDA Rs. 65.6 crores Rs. 59.2 crores +10.8% EBITDA Margin 10.2% 9.7% +45 bps Profit After Tax Rs. 24.6 crores Rs. 18.5 crores +33.0% PAT Margin 3.8% 3.0% +77 bps
The company's gross profit reached Rs. 151.1 crores with a margin of 23.4%, while EBIT stood at Rs. 44 crores representing a 7% margin. The strong performance was driven by improved operational efficiency and better margin management.
Nine-Month FY26 Results
For the nine-month period ended December 31, 2025, Sportking India maintained steady performance:
Parameter 9M FY26 9M FY25 Change Revenue from Operations Rs. 1,859.1 crores Rs. 1,895.4 crores -1.9% EBITDA Rs. 200.5 crores Rs. 193.2 crores +3.8% EBITDA Margin 10.8% 10.2% +59 bps Profit After Tax Rs. 87.0 crores Rs. 77.8 crores +11.8% PAT Margin 4.7% 4.1% +57 bps
Despite a marginal decline in revenue, the company improved its profitability metrics, demonstrating effective cost management and operational optimization.
Corporate Governance and Compliance
The corrigendum was signed by Lovlesh Verma, Company Secretary (ACS: 34171), and published in multiple newspapers including Business Standard and Desh Sewak. The company maintains transparency in its communications with stock exchanges and ensures accurate disclosure of information to stakeholders.
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