World Tennis Ball Premier League (WTPL) T10 Launched in Jaipur
Jaipur (Rajasthan) November 29 : The highly anticipated World Tennis Ball Premier League (WTPL) T10 was officially launched on Thursday in a grand ceremony held in Jaipur, marking the beginning of a new era in tennis ball cricket. The league, which will feature 10 teams competing in a 60-ball format, aims to revolutionize the sport and identify top cricketing talent from across the nation through trials in 60 cities.
The launch event was graced by several distinguished dignitaries, including Sanjay Naik (Vice President, Mumbai Cricket Association), Aakash Chopra (Former Cricketer & Renowned Commentator), Nikhil Chopra (Former Cricketer & Renowned Commentator), former Indian cricketer Parvinder Awana, Anil Chaudhury (International Umpire & Renowned Commentator), and Jayveer Shah (Commissioner, Saurashtra Premier League).
Gaurav Sachdeva, Founder of the league, shared his vision for the tournament, stating, “Our mission is to create a platform where emerging cricket talent gets the recognition it deserves. The WTPL T10 is not just a tournament; it’s a celebration of cricket.”
The event also included the launch of the league’s teaser and the felicitation of the esteemed guests. Speaking on the occasion, Rohit Bawri, Founder of WTPL, emphasized that the league is more than just about cricket. “It is not just about cricket, but an opportunity for young players to express themselves. Playing with the pink ball will be visually exciting and will act as a platform for budding cricketers.”
Aakash Chopra added, “There are superstars in tennis ball cricket who make you go wow. If you put those kids in front of professional cricketers, even with a cricket ball, they might beat the professionals. Cricket must grow, and tennis ball cricket provides opportunities to everyone.”
The WTPL T10 league is set to be hosted at the Lalbhai Contractor Stadium in Surat, tentatively scheduled for May-June 2025. It will feature 10 teams: Rajasthan Kings, Bombay Bullets, Delhi Dynamos, Haryana Stallions, Punjab Royals, Chennai Strikers, Kolkata Warriors, Pune Falcons, Gujarat Jaguars, and UP Thunderbolts.
The tournament will consist of 28 matches, including 25 league games, two semi-finals, and one grand final. With high-octane cricket and the promise of showcasing emerging talent, the WTPL is set to offer an exciting new chapter for tennis ball cricket in India.
