New Delhi, Feb. 1 -- Bengaluru FC owner Parth Jindal has expressed deep gratitude to his First Team players after they agreed to reduce their remuneration, helping the club navigate the ongoing financial challenges in Indian football. This move comes as the Indian Super League (ISL) prepares for its delayed restart on February 14, 2026, following months of uncertainty over commercial partnerships, broadcasting, and league operations.

Indian football has faced a challenging period, marked by the absence of a central revenue model, no major commercial partner, and mounting costs for clubs. The ISL 2025-26 season, now truncated to a single-leg format with fewer matches, places extra financial pressure on franchises. Clubs must cover operati...