 "One of the official balls that will be put to use in Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans, USA. AP")
One of the biggest annual sporting events in the world is upon us, with Super Bowl LIX set to take place less than two weeks from now. Thousands of National Football League (NFL) fans will be making their way to the southern part of the United States for the fixture that more than just the final of a tournament – one that highlights the very best that the world’s most powerful nation has to offer by marring American football with Hollywood.
Here’s everything you need to know about the 59th edition of the Super Bowl:
When and where will Super Bowl LIX be taking place?
Super Bowl LIX will be taking place at the Caesars’ Superdome in New Orleans on Sunday, 9 February at 6.30 pm Eastern Time (10 February, 5 am in India).
Which teams will be competing in Super Bowl LIX?
Kansas City Chiefs will be eyeing a hat-trick of Super Bowls and their fourth triumph since 2020 when they face Philadelphia Eagles in a rematch of Super Bowl LVII – which the Chiefs had won 38-35 at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.
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Which artists will be performing at Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show?
Rapper Kendrick Lamar, a 17-time Grammy Award winner widely regarded as one of the most influential artists of his generation, will be the highlight of the Super Bowl halftime show with singer-songwriter SZA joining him as a guest performer.
The 37-year-old will not be taking payment for his performance, which is the case with Super Bowl halftime shows as the NFL usually takes care of the performing artists’ expenses and production costs without paying for their performances.
Lamar, who had previously performed at the Super Bowl halftime show in 2022 along with Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem and Mary J. Blige.
Golden Globe winner Jon Batiste, meanwhile, will be singing the US national anthem.
Where can I watch Super Bowl LIX LIVE in India?
Super Bowl LIX will be telecast on the Star Sports Network with live streaming available on the Disney Plus Hotstar website and mobile application.