The Indian Street Premier League (ISPL), India’s pioneer stadium T10 tennis-ball cricket tournament, has returned to the scene with the roar of the crowd! And to pile on to the excitement, the global energy drink company, Predator Energy, has entered into a historic three-year contract with ISPL, the title of the Official Energy Drink Partner being a £9.93 million sponsorship deal. This is not only a prime example of the commercial growth of ISPL but also the most awesome fueling event of the league.
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A Game-Changing Partnership
The deal involves a sponsorship, valued at ₹3 crore in the first year and the amount will increase by 10% annually, serves as a link to the mightily-growing kitten of ISPL and the prospect of its winning. In a conversation about the deal, Suraj Samat, League Commissioner, and Core Committee Member, spoke about his excitement in the following way:
“We are glad to welcome Predator Energy to the ISPL family. This relationship goes perfectly in line with our commitment to the potentially perfect performance of the live sports events for the entire month of April in various cities of India. Very soon, we will be able to witness a wonderful display of enthusiasm from the fans and players combined!”
ISPL Season 2: Bigger, Better, and More Electrifying
The announcement was made just after the ISPL Season 2 Player Auction took place and there were many action-packed moments. Abhishek Dalhor was the most expensive player bought for ₹20.50 lakh, signed by Majhi Mumbai and 15-year-old Sharik Yasir was the youngest player, acquired by Srinagar Ke Veer who is possessed by the Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar.
Heading towards the ISPL Season 2 concrete team enter Pirteater Energy is one of the very important parts, that’s why an ensured blend of the two aces, that is cricket, and the rest of the entertainment, is on the program. It is scheduled to be held at Dadoji Kondadev Stadium in Thane, Maharashtra, from January 26 to February 15, 2025.
Big Names on Board and Nerve-Racking Bids
The ISPL Auction, which took place on December 11, 2024, in Mumbai, was a watch out for the final bidding that included the bidding and buyout of property between six of the eight franchises with the smallest cost for the eighty-six players who ended up having been placed with the teams and will take part amounting to forty-six crore rupees. Innovations like the Right-to-Match (RTM) and Icon Player rules were also working to make the teams full of potential along with retaining their premium players.
Most Wanted Players
- Abhishek Dalhor (Majhi Mumbai) – ₹20.50 L:
- Ketan Mhatre (Chennai Singams) – ₹17.25 L:
- Irfan Umair (Falcon Risers Hyderabad) – ₹16.50 L:
- Saroj Paramanik (KVN Bangalore Strikers) – ₹16.25 L:
The six teams with different cricket players are getting better and better, with gangster owners making the game more than a cricket match.
- Majhi Mumbai – Amitabh Bachchan
- Falcon Risers Hyderabad – Ram Charan
- Tiigers of Kolkata – Kareena Kapoor Khan & Saif Ali Khan
- KVN Bangalore Strikers – Hrithik Roshan
- Chennai Singams – Suriya
- Srinagar Ke Veer – Akshay kumar
Tickets and Fan Experience
Now, the tickets for ISPL Season 2 can be purchased via the app called “District” which is offered by Zomato, and they are available for the fans in the stadium at a very good price.
Ticket Pricing
- General Tickets: ₹199 to ₹499
- Premium Tickets: ₹2,000 to ₹3,500 (includes complimentary food and beverages)
- Season Tickets: Starting at ₹2,499 (General) and ₹15,000 (Premium)
“ISPL is India’s biggest sports and music carnival, celebrating the champion in all of us. It guarantees an unforgettable and exciting time along with a list of blockbuster entertainers. The fans are convinced that it is a great opportunity to be part of the cricket spectacle and can listen to the rhythm of youth in the stadium,” the music festival’s presenter, Suraj Samat invited.
Where to Watch
Seeing it from the stands is not the only way to participate. The second ISPL season will be carried on Star Sports 1 and live-streamed on Disney+ Hotstar, making it possible for cricket fans all over the country to enjoy the sight of tennis-ball cricket on the big stage.
