Sports Minister Mandaviya inaugurates Saurashtra Pro T20 League, bats for local talent

ANI
07 Jun 2025, 23:45 GMT+10

Rajkot (Gujarat) [India], June 7 (ANI): Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurated the Saurashtra Pro T20 League on Saturday at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Gujarat's Rajkot.

The league, exclusively featuring players from the Saurashtra region, aims to unearth and nurture local cricketing talent.

Speaking at the launch, Mandaviya highlighted the significance of the tournament in creating opportunities for regional players.

'Saurashtra Cricket Association is organizing Saurashtra Pro T-20 League and only people from Saurashtra will play in this league,' he said.

He emphasized that the platform would act as a stepping stone for players to reach higher levels of the game.

'Players from Saurashtra will be ready to play IPL (Indian Premier League) and international matches,' the minister noted, expressing confidence in the region's cricketing potential.

Mandaviya also praised the growing enthusiasm for cricket in the region.

'There is a very good atmosphere for playing cricket in Saurashtra,' he remarked, appreciating the efforts of the Saurashtra Cricket Association for their commitment to grassroots development.

The Saurashtra Pro T20 League is expected to provide invaluable match experience to emerging cricketers and serve as a pipeline for future stars from the region.

The tournament will be held at the renowned Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot. Five teams will compete for the title, including Anmol Kings Halar, Aryan Sorath Lions, Dita Gohilwad Titans, Zalawad Strikers, and JMD Kutch Riders. SPTL 2025 will be played from June 7 to 20 and will have around 21 matches, including the final. (ANI)

Watch latest videos

News RELEASES

Publish news of your business, community or sports group, personnel appointments, major event and more by submitting a news release to Tennis Times.

More Information

null in null

Sports

Section

Sports Minister Mandaviya inaugurates Saurashtra Pro T20 League, bats for local talent

Rajkot (Gujarat) [India], June 7 (ANI): Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurated the Saurashtra Pro T20 League on Saturday at the...

India stars return empty-handed after shambolic run at Archery World Cup 2025

Antalya [Turkey], June 7 (ANI): India's 16-member squad endured a shambolic campaign at the Archery World Cup 2025 Stage 3 after falling...

Bengaluru stampede: KSCA Secretary, Treasurer resign after emergency meeting

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 7 (ANI): Two top Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) officials -- secretary A Shankar and...

"Allows India to dream": Kalinga Black Tigers coach Mike Friday shares his excitement for the inaugural edition of RPL

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 7 (ANI): Kalinga Black Tigers head coach Mike Friday hailed the Rugby Premier League (RPL) as a...

(SP)FRANCE-PARIS-TENNIS-FRENCH OPEN-WOMEN'S SINGLES-FINAL

(250607) -- PARIS, June 7, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Aryna Sabalenka (1st L) and Coco Gauff (1st R) pose for photos before the women's singles...

"They are dragging Pahalgam attack, Prayagraj stampede into Bengaluru stampede": Kumaraswamy accuses Karnataka govt of diversionary tactics

Mandya (Karnataka) [India], June 7 (ANI): Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy on Saturday demanded clarity from the Karnataka government...

Lifestyle

Section