Webinar | Sports Law Beyond the Courtroom | West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences | 4th April 2026

Webinar | Sports Law Beyond the Courtroom | West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences | 4th April 2026

Webinar on Sports Law Beyond the Courtroom:

• Hosted by Centre for Sports Law and Policy, NUJS
• Date: 4th April 2026
• Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Mode: Online (Google Meet)
• Registration: Free and open to all

About the Theme:

Sports law is often viewed through contracts, disputes, and arbitration. Yet, some of the most significant developments in sports governance arise outside the courtroom—through media narratives and public discourse.

From doping scandals to athlete rights, journalism plays a pivotal role in shaping accountability and influencing governance. Investigative reporting uncovers institutional failures, opinion pieces frame debates, and sustained coverage compels regulators and federations to act. In this sense, law often follows narrative.

This webinar seeks to broaden the understanding of sports law by situating it within the ecosystem of media, communication, and governance. It will explore how journalism functions as an informal regulator, shaping institutions and influencing policy decisions in sport.

About the Guest Speaker:

Dr. Soumitra Bose brings over four decades of experience in sports journalism across print, broadcast, and digital platforms.

• Current Roles: Media Advisor to the Sports Authority of India and Olympics.com
• Expertise: Doctorate in Real Money Gaming; extensive work in sports content creation and governance.
• Career Highlights: Contributions to Hindustan Times, Outlook India, The Times of India, and advisory roles with FIFA and the International Olympic Committee.

His career demonstrates how media narratives influence governance structures, stakeholder behaviour, and regulatory frameworks. His insights into emerging domains such as online gaming further highlight the evolving relationship between media, law, and sport.

Sub-Themes of the Webinar:

• Journalism as an Informal Regulator in Sport
  Examining how media coverage of corruption, doping, and governance failures triggers investigations and reforms.
• Career Pathways at the Intersection of Law and Media
  Exploring opportunities for students and professionals to engage with sports law through journalism, content production, and policy-oriented media work.

Event Details:

• Date: 4 April 2026
• Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Mode: Online (Google Meet)
• Registration: Free and open to students, researchers, professionals, and enthusiasts.
• Certificate: Participants must attend the full session to receive a certificate.

Registration Link:

This session offers a unique opportunity to understand sports law beyond conventional legal practice. By engaging with the role of media in shaping governance, participants will gain a realistic and interdisciplinary perspective on how narratives influence accountability and reform in sport.

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