On June 2, 2025, the Delhi High Court issued a landmark “superlative injunction” to combat the unauthorized streaming of cricket matches, including the Indian Premier League (IPL) and India’s England Tour. This enhanced form of a dynamic injunction allows for real-time blocking of infringing websites and mobile applications, marking the first time such relief has been extended to rogue mobile apps in addition to websites.

Justice Saurabh Banerjee, presiding over the case, emphasized the necessity of immediate action in the digital age, where infringers can swiftly create mirror or redirect sites to bypass legal measures. The court recognized that delays in legal proceedings often render traditional remedies ineffective against time-sensitive infringements like live sports streaming.

The injunction was granted in response to a suit filed by Star India, which holds exclusive streaming rights for the mentioned cricket events. The court’s decision builds upon previous rulings, such as Star India Pvt. Ltd. & Anr. v. Jiolive.Tv and Ors. (2023), which highlighted the challenges posed by rapidly evolving digital piracy tactics.

This ruling sets a significant precedent in the enforcement of intellectual property rights in the digital realm, acknowledging the evolving nature of content piracy and the need for agile legal responses.

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