The grand return of quizzing: Viacom18 and Harsha Bhogle lead the charge

Remember the days when families would gather around the television, eagerly tuning into quiz shows? When households were divided by friendly rivalry and children aspired to become the next quiz champions? That glorious era is all set to come back with the launch of sports quiz show - Ultimate Sports Quiz, on Viacom18.

And to add a touch of brilliance to this already exciting endeavour, the show will be hosted by the charismatic voice of cricket and renowned sports presenter, Harsha Bhogle.

Bhogle, who once enthralled audiences with his quick wit and profound sports insights, is donning his quizmaster avatar again.

The latest season of Ultimate Sports Quiz, which will stream on JioCinema and air on Sports18 Network from November 29 onwards, is built on an impressive scale. The show will feature over 4,000 teams from 1,200+ schools across 350 cities, vying for prizes worth Rs 1 crore in the grand battle of minds. But the cherry on the top is that the winning team will be treated to an experience of a lifetime – a trip to an international sporting tournament.

Ultimate Sports Quiz is more than a quiz show, it is a celebration of sports and the passion that unites the entire country. It is a platform for young minds to showcase their knowledge and skills and to inspire the next generation of sports enthusiasts. The show will be aired exclusively on JioCinema and Sports18, promising an adrenaline-packed journey through the world of sports trivia.

Apart from reigniting the passion for quizzing, Viacom18 is looking to broaden its viewership spectrum with the show. With sports related content traditionally aimed at male viewers, the non-fiction quiz reality show for kids is also designed to draw in a wide audience range – from enthusiastic students to their supportive parents and extended families. Notably, the show's format is especially aimed at piquing the interest of female viewers in the sports arena. By introducing kids to sports trivia at an early age, Viacom18 aims to foster a deeper appreciation for sports and in the process, attract this additional target group, expanding its viewership base.

Last year, Sunbeam School Lahartara in Varanasi was the proud recipient of the USQ prize money. They wisely invested this award in the construction of an indoor badminton court within their premises. Since its establishment, this facility has been pivotal in training budding badminton talents and has also served as the venue for numerous state-level tournaments. Additionally, the finalists of that edition were treated to an all-expenses-paid trip to witness the riveting India-Pak match at the T20 World Cup held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

With the sports entertainment canvas constantly changing, it's heartening to see the golden era of quizzing revived, amalgamated with modern-day content. Ultimate Sports Quiz promises to be a family entertainer through its journey of knowledge, competition, and unparalleled excitement.

Don't miss out on this exhilarating journey of sports trivia. Mark your calendars and gear up for the Ultimate Sports Quiz, premiering on Sports 18 and JioCinema on November 29.