# All 9 Emerging Player Award Winners in ISL and Where Are They Now

URL: https://technosports.co.in/emerging-player-award-winners-in-isl-and-where/  
Published: 2024-04-11  
Updated: 2024-04-11  
Author: REMYA BABU S

The [Indian Super League](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_Super_League) is one of the fastest-growing football leagues in the world, and it has always given young talent the opportunity to showcase their skills. The Emerging Player award of the League is one such initiative taken by the ISL to promote and recognize the best young talent every season.

## Let’s have a look at all the Emerging Player Award winners in the Indian Super League and where they are now.

### **1. Sandesh Jhingan (Kerala Blasters FC, 2014)**

> Step by step, we keep inching towards our goal. Proud of the performance last night, but we all know we can do better. On Sunday we have the chance to do just that. The job is half done, the belief is full. [pic.twitter.com/s3qRUSX1hJ](https://t.co/s3qRUSX1hJ)
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> — Sandesh Jhingan (@SandeshJhingan) [March 8, 2023](https://twitter.com/SandeshJhingan/status/1633510381116362752?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

Sandesh Jhingan is one of the most celebrated defenders in Indian football history. After winning the Emerging Player of the League award in the inaugural season of the ISL, he went on to captain Kerala Blasters FC in the 2018-19 season. Jhingan joined  Bengaluru FC on 14 August 2022, where he is currently playing in the Indian Super League.

### **2. Jeje Lalpekhlua (Chennaiyin FC, 2015)**

> East Bengal FC and Indian football will miss the talent and passion of Jeje Lalpekhlua.   
> His contributions to the game will always be remembered.  
> Happy Retirement [@jejefanai](https://twitter.com/jejefanai?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) ❤💛[#JejeLalpekhlua](https://twitter.com/hashtag/JejeLalpekhlua?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)[#IndianFootball](https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndianFootball?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/P1qXhUNHB7](https://t.co/P1qXhUNHB7)
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> — Ritama Roy Chowdhury (@RitamaRoyC) [February 17, 2023](https://twitter.com/RitamaRoyC/status/1626561817542819840?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

Jeje Lalpekhlua is a striker who is considered one of the best forwards in Indian football. After winning the Emerging Player of the League award in 2015, he went on to win the ISL with Chennaiyin FC in the same season. Jeje announced his retirement from professional football in Aizawl on February 16, 2023.

### **3. Jerry Lalrinzuala (Chennaiyin FC, 2016)**

> Left back Jerry Lalrinzuala's existing East Bengal contract expires in May 2023 and there are plans at present to offer an extension.[#EastBengalFC](https://twitter.com/hashtag/EastBengalFC?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#ISL](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ISL?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) | Newstime [pic.twitter.com/DpSbi2hrHV](https://t.co/DpSbi2hrHV)
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> — Tᴏʀᴄʜ Bᴇᴀʀᴇʀs 🔴🟡 (@TORCH__BEARERS) [February 15, 2023](https://twitter.com/TORCH__BEARERS/status/1625933722934730753?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

Jerry Lalrinzuala is a left-back who has made a name for himself in the Indian Super League. He won the Emerging Player of the League award in 2016 and has been a consistent performer for Chennaiyin FC since then. Jerry is currently playing for East Bengal FC in the Indian Super League.

### **4. Lalruatthara (Kerala Blasters FC, 2017-18)**

> Congratulations Lalruatthara on winning ISL Emerging Player of The Match[#KERCHE](https://twitter.com/hashtag/KERCHE?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)[#KERCHE](https://twitter.com/hashtag/KERCHE?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#KBFC](https://twitter.com/hashtag/KBFC?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#BA](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BA?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#Togetherweareone](https://twitter.com/hashtag/Togetherweareone?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/wv0A2zgFwt](https://t.co/wv0A2zgFwt)
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> — Blasters Army (@BlastersOficial) [February 24, 2018](https://twitter.com/BlastersOficial/status/967218981550485504?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

Lalruatthara is a left-back who made his name in the Indian Super League while playing for Kerala Blasters FC. He won the Emerging Player of the League award in the 2017-18 season and has played for Jamshedpur FC and Mumbai City FC in the Indian Super League. He is currently playing for Odisha FC in the Indian Super League.

### **5. Sahal Abdul Samad (Kerala Blasters FC, 2018-19)**

> A spectacular match, a milestone achievement and a big wide smile pretty much sums up the night.Overjoyed to have played my part in the club's journey to its 200th goal!  
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> Alhamdulillah 💛 [pic.twitter.com/H36Mfl0G4T](https://t.co/H36Mfl0G4T)
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> — Sahal Abdul Samad (@sahal_samad) [January 4, 2023](https://twitter.com/sahal_samad/status/1610534377490092033?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

Sahal Abdul Samad is a midfielder who has been one of the most promising players in the Indian Super League in recent years. He won the Emerging Player of the League award in the 2018-19 season and has since played for Kerala Blasters FC in the Indian Super League.

### **6. Sumit Rathi (ATK, 2019-20)**

> One more battle to fight one more match to play. Here we come! 🏆❤️[#ATKMohunBagan](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ATKMohunBagan?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#JoyMohunBagan](https://twitter.com/hashtag/JoyMohunBagan?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/5jK3oN1cry](https://t.co/5jK3oN1cry)
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> — 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐢 (@SumitRathi02) [March 18, 2023](https://twitter.com/SumitRathi02/status/1637006363430907904?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

Sumit Rathi is a defender who made his name in the Indian Super League while playing for ATK in the 2019-20 season. He won the Emerging Player of the League award in his debut season and has since played for ATK Mohun Bagan FC in the Indian Super League.

### **7. Lalengmawia Ralte (NorthEast United FC, 2020-21)**

> Lalengmawia Ralte has had a month to rejoice as he bags the Emerging Player of the Month award for December 2022 🤩 (1/3)  
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> 🗞️ Read More: [https://t.co/BUGqfTmkWc](https://t.co/BUGqfTmkWc) [#HeroISL](https://twitter.com/hashtag/HeroISL?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#LetsFootball](https://twitter.com/hashtag/LetsFootball?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#MumbaiCityFC](https://twitter.com/hashtag/MumbaiCityFC?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#Apuia](https://twitter.com/hashtag/Apuia?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#EPOTM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/EPOTM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) | [@MumbaiCityFC](https://twitter.com/MumbaiCityFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/q6L3D7BHe1](https://t.co/q6L3D7BHe1)
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> — Indian Super League (@IndSuperLeague) [January 2, 2023](https://twitter.com/IndSuperLeague/status/1609909310720741377?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

Lalengmawia Ralte, also known as Apuia, is a midfielder who won the Emerging Player award of the League in the 2020-21 season while playing for NorthEast United FC. He has been a consistent performer for NorthEast United FC and is currently playing for Mumbai City FC in the Indian Super League.

### **8. Naorem Roshan Singh (Bengaluru FC, 2021-22)**

> 2️⃣ back-to-back Emerging Player of the season winners for Bengaluru FC 🔵🦅  
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> 🏅 Naorem Roshan Singh (2021/22)  
> 🏅 Sivasakthi Narayanan (2022/23[#IndianFootball](https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndianFootball?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) | [#WeAreBFC](https://twitter.com/hashtag/WeAreBFC?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) | [#ISL](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ISL?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/SQMMwWkcq4](https://t.co/SQMMwWkcq4)
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> — 90ndstoppage (@90ndstoppage) [March 18, 2023](https://twitter.com/90ndstoppage/status/1637008832730914816?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

Naorem Roshan Singh is a defender who won the Emerging Player award of the League in the 2021-22 season while playing for Bengaluru FC. He has been a consistent performer for Bengaluru FC and is currently playing for the club in the Indian Super League.

### **9. Sivasakthi Narayanan (Bengaluru FC, 2022-23)**

> The name is Sivasakthi Narayanan. Remember it, because you're going to hear a lot more of it. The [#ISL](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ISL?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)'s outstanding young player this season 👏 [pic.twitter.com/qqosUQw1ti](https://t.co/qqosUQw1ti)
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> — ESPN India (@ESPNIndia) [March 18, 2023](https://twitter.com/ESPNIndia/status/1637143864418144257?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

The most recent winner of the Emerging Player award is Sivasakthi Narayanan, who played for Bengaluru FC. Bengaluru FC striker [Sivasakthi Narayanan](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sivasakthi_Narayanan) has been making headlines for his spectacular performances in the Indian Super League (ISL). The 21-year-old has been a pivotal player in Bengaluru FC’s recent wins, scoring four goals and providing one assist.

> Sivashakti Narayan wins the ISL Emerging Player award for this season. The boy from Tamilnadu had a fabulous season throughout.  
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> Mehtab Singh, Lalengmawia Ralte, Mahesh Singh, and Isak Vanlalruatfela were among others in consideration. [#IndianSuperLeague](https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndianSuperLeague?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#bengalurufc](https://twitter.com/hashtag/bengalurufc?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)💙 [#isl](https://twitter.com/hashtag/isl?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/wZZCuTPOBp](https://t.co/wZZCuTPOBp)
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> — Ameen AS (@Perfect_talks) [March 18, 2023](https://twitter.com/Perfect_talks/status/1637158534830800897?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

Emerging Player Award Winners in ISL : The Emerging Player of the League award has been a great platform for young Indian footballers to showcase their skills and make a name for themselves in the Indian Super League. The above-listed players are just a few of the many talented young players who have won this award and gone on to have successful careers in the Indian Super League. It will be interesting to see who will be the next player to win this award and make a mark in Indian football!

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