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ISPL Season 2 Auction: 350 Players From 55 Cities Set To Compete In Mumbai

The second season will feature 350 players, selected from 55 cities through trials. An auction for these players is scheduled to take place in Mumbai later today.

ISPL Season 2: Launched to bring the excitement of street cricket to a professional platform and showcase the country’s cricketing talent, the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) became an instant success during its inaugural season earlier this year.

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According to a press release, the league’s second season is scheduled to be held in Mumbai from January 26 to February 15, 2025.

Sachin Tendulkar Highlights ISPL’s Impact

“Indian Street Premier League is a great platform for India’s cricket talent, and the inaugural season highlighted the immense potential of this tournament. ISPL not only created opportunities for players but also delivered unforgettable moments for fans. I’m confident that ISPL’s new media partners will elevate the league to even greater heights, inspiring the next generation of players,” commented Sachin Tendulkar, Core Committee Member of ISPL, as quoted in the release.

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350 Players to Compete, Selected from 55 Cities

The second season will feature 350 players, selected from 55 cities through trials. An auction for these players is scheduled to take place in Mumbai later today. Additionally, the league is introducing an Icon Player rule, allowing each team to acquire a renowned player from an exclusive list.

New Media Partnership to Revolutionise Fan Experience

Ashish Shelar, Core Committee Member of ISPL, remarked, “We are delighted to announce our new exclusive broadcast partner, a collaboration that will revolutionise the way fans experience tennis-ball cricket. This partnership reflects our shared vision of growing the league and bringing its excitement to larger audiences.”

He added, “Through ISPL, we are showcasing cricket in its rawest and most democratic form, offering an authentic narrative of a sport that connects fans to its very essence. The league encourages participation without barriers, transforming street skills into a stage for creativity and community, while galvanizing a collective passion for the game.”

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Six Teams Owned by Prominent Entertainment Names

Team NameOwner(s)
Majhi MumbaiAmitabh Bachchan
Srinagar Ke VeerAkshay Kumar
Falcon Risers HyderabadRam Charan
Chennai SingamsSuriya
Bangalore StrikersHrithik Roshan
Tigers of KolkataKareena Kapoor Khan & Saif Ali Khan

These star owners are expected to bring added excitement, glamour, and fan engagement to the second season of ISPL.

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