Indian Street Premier League (ISPL), a tennis-ball T10 cricket league, has announced Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn as the owner of its new franchise from Ahmedabad.
The league recently announced Bollywood actor Salman Khan as the owner of the New Delhi franchise.
With the addition of Ajay Devgn and Salman Khan, ISPL now boasts an impressive line-up of celebrity team owners as they join a star-studded group of owners, including Amitabh Bachchan (Majhi Mumbai), Saif Ali Khan & Kareena Kapoor Khan (Tiigers of Kolkata), Akshay Kumar (Srinagar Ke Veer), Suriya (Chennai Singams), Hrithik Roshan (Bangalore Strikers) and Ram Charan (Falcon Risers Hyderabad).
Ajay Devgn said, “ISPL, with its innovative format, has not only discovered fresh talent but also given them a much-needed platform to shine. As the team owner of the Ahmedabad franchise, representing a city with such a rich sporting spirit, it is time for the entire nation to come together and celebrate India’s champions.”
Sachin Tendulkar, Core Committee Member, ISPL, said, “ISPL is rooted in the idea of providing a launchpad for dreams for the young and the seasoned in tennis ball cricket. Not only shall our cricketers get the opportunity to play at the highest level, but also a stage to shine. The addition of new teams in the upcoming season will open doors for more aspiring cricketers across the country.”
Ashish Shelar, Core Committee Member, ISPL, said, “ISPL is transforming tennis-ball cricket by bringing it to a professional stage. With Ajay Devgn leading the Ahmedabad team, we’re excited to extend opportunities to talent in cricket-rich cities like Ahmedabad.”
Suraj Samat, League Commissioner and Core Committee Member, ISPL, said, “We are thrilled to welcome Ajay Devgn as the owner of Ahmedabad team. He brings immense credibility, reach and energy to ISPL. His passion for cricket, combined with his business acumen, makes him a valuable addition to our league. His presence will undoubtedly inspire fans and players, particularly in Gujarat, where the love for cricket runs deep.”
Minal Amol Kale, Core Committee Member, ISPL, said, “Ahmedabad boasts a thriving sporting culture. With Mr. Devgn at the helm, we see a powerful opportunity to engage local communities and inspire the next generation of players. This move strengthens our ambition of transforming ISPL into a truly pan-India movement.”
ISPL, launched in 2024, is backed by a strong visionary leadership group that includes Sachin Tendulkar, Cabinet Minister Ashish Shelar, Suraj Samat and Minal Amol Kale.
