Heritage and household sports & fitness names that Chennai grew up with — region-rooted brands worth knowing alongside the top 10 stores above.
Donnay India
Since 1996 · Chennai
Badminton and tennis rackets
Manufacturing sports equipment in Chennai since 1996, Donnay India became synonymous with quality badminton and tennis rackets for Tamil Nadu players. The brand's factory in Chennai supplies equipment to schools, clubs, and sports academies across South India, making it a trusted name for aspiring athletes in the state.
Olympia Sports
Since 1980 · Chennai
Multi-sport equipment and footwear retail
Established in Chennai as a specialty sports retailer, Olympia has been outfitting Tamil Nadu's athletes and fitness enthusiasts for decades. Their stores on Mount Road and other key Chennai locations have served generations of customers seeking quality sports equipment and apparel.
Burnlab
Since 2018 · Chennai
Fitness supplements and protein powders
Founded in Chennai, Burnlab emerged as Tamil Nadu's homegrown fitness supplement brand catering to the state's growing gym and bodybuilding community. The brand's manufacturing facility in Chennai produces protein supplements and nutritional products tailored to Indian athletes.
Mayor
Since 1957 · Punjab, strong Chennai presence
Cricket bats and equipment
Punjab-based Mayor Sports has maintained a commanding presence in Chennai's cricket and sports retail landscape for over four decades. The brand's outlets in T. Nagar and other commercial hubs have been the go-to destination for cricket equipment for Tamil Nadu's cricket-loving population.
Cosco
Since 1980 · Delhi, established Chennai presence
Affordable multi-sport equipment
Cosco India has been a household name in Tamil Nadu for sports equipment since establishing its strong retail footprint in Chennai during the 1980s. The brand's affordable range of footballs, badminton rackets, and fitness equipment became staples in Chennai schools and sports clubs.
Nivia
Since 1934 · Jalandhar, strong Tamil Nadu distribution
Sports balls and athletic footwear
This Indian sports brand has built a substantial presence in Chennai through decades of supplying sports equipment to Tamil Nadu's educational institutions and sports retailers. Nivia's products are widely stocked across Chennai's sports shops, from Parrys Corner to Pondy Bazaar.
SG
Since 1931 · Meerut, deep Chennai cricket connection
Premium cricket equipment
Sanspareils Greenlands has been the preferred cricket equipment brand for Tamil Nadu cricketers for generations, with dedicated dealers across Chennai. The brand's premium bats and pads are fixtures in Chennai's cricket shops, particularly in sporting goods clusters around Mint Street.
Yonex
Since 1946 · Japan, strong Chennai badminton presence
Professional badminton rackets
Though Japanese in origin, Yonex established its Indian manufacturing presence and has been the dominant badminton brand in Tamil Nadu for decades. Chennai's badminton clubs and academies, which have produced national champions, overwhelmingly stock and recommend Yonex rackets.
SS
Since 1969 · Meerut, established Chennai cricket market
Cricket bats and protective gear
Sareen Sports Industries has been a trusted cricket equipment brand in Chennai's sporting goods market since the 1960s. Tamil Nadu cricketers recognize SS for its quality willow bats, widely available in Chennai's specialist cricket stores.
Kalenji
Since 1997 · France, via Decathlon Chennai stores
Running shoes and athletic apparel
Decathlon's in-house running brand Kalenji found enthusiastic adoption among Chennai's growing running community through the sporting goods giant's multiple stores across the city. The brand's affordable running shoes and apparel cater to Chennai's weekend runners and marathon participants who frequent venues like Marina Beach and IIT Madras.