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Indian sports media GK: "Sports Channel" — a monthly video magazine — was launched by whom? Context: Identify the Indian sportsperson-entrepreneur associated with launching this video magazine in the early 1990s. Choose the correct name.

Difficulty: Easy

Kapil Dev
Sunil Gavaskar
Ravi Shastri
Sachin Tendulkar
Leander Paes

Correct Answer: Kapil Dev

Explanation:

Given data

Product: Sports Channel, a monthly video magazine.
Era: Early 1990s India.

Approach
Among notable Indian sportspersons who turned entrepreneurs/media producers, the cricketer linked to launching this video magazine is Kapil Dev.

Final Answer
Kapil Dev

Common pitfall
Confusing the title with later TV sports channels or international cable networks.

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