Bombay High Court Issues Restraint on Absolute Legend Sports Pvt. Ltd.
The Bombay High Court has restrained Absolute Legend Sports Pvt. Ltd. from using copyrighted songs owned by Phonographic Performance Limited (PPL) during the ongoing Legend League Cricket (LLC) tournament, which commenced on March 11, 2026. This ruling comes as the tournament features six teams and is scheduled to run until March 27, 2026.
Justice Sharmila Deshmukh highlighted the “grave urgency” in the plea filed by PPL, noting that the LLC organizers failed to obtain the necessary license for this year’s tournament. In her remarks, Justice Deshmukh stated, “The action in the present case is quia timet action and apprehension that the Plaintiff’s copyrighted sound recordings will be played at the matches appears to be well-founded as in the past license was procured.” This underscores the importance of adhering to copyright laws in the entertainment and sports sectors.
PPL had previously secured a license for the tournament in 2023, which raises questions about the LLC organizers’ decision to proceed without proper authorization this year. The court granted ad-interim relief to PPL, preventing the defendants from using its copyrighted songs during the matches. The case is officially titled Phonographic Performance Limited vs Absolute Legend Sports Private Limited [Commercial Suit (L) 27133 of 2025].
In a separate matter, the Bombay High Court also sought a response from MNLU Nagpur regarding a plea challenging the admissions process for its Ph.D. program. This highlights the court’s active role in overseeing educational institutions and ensuring compliance with legal standards.
In another ruling, Justice Manish Pitale affirmed the sufficiency of the victim’s testimony in a sexual assault case, leading to the life imprisonment of the accused, who was found guilty of assaulting his daughter. The victim, born on February 15, 2002, was confirmed to be a minor at the time of the incidents, which occurred three months prior to the FIR filed on July 27, 2018. Justice Pitale emphasized, “When a child is forced to suffer at the hands of her own father, the law must speak in a voice that is resolute and uncompromising.”
The court’s ruling in this case reflects a commitment to protecting the rights of vulnerable individuals, particularly minors, in the face of serious allegations. Justice Pitale noted, “The sole testimony of the prosecutrix is enough to return a finding of conviction, so long as the evidence of the prosecutrix inspires confidence.” This statement reinforces the judicial system’s reliance on credible testimonies in securing justice for victims of sexual abuse.
As the LLC tournament progresses, observers will be closely monitoring the developments surrounding the copyright dispute and its implications for future sporting events. The court’s decision has set a precedent regarding the necessity of obtaining licenses for the use of copyrighted material, which could impact how sports organizations operate moving forward. Details remain unconfirmed regarding any potential appeals or further legal actions from Absolute Legend Sports Pvt. Ltd.
