Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has officially joined the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) as the owner of the new Delhi franchise, marking a significant expansion for India’s pioneering tennis-ball T10 cricket league. The announcement comes after ISPL’s record-breaking Season 2, which attracted 28 million+ television viewers with a remarkable 47% growth.
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Salman Khan ISPL: Star Power Meets Street Cricket
The addition of Salman Khan to ISPL’s celebrity roster brings immense star power to the league’s growing popularity. Season 2’s success demonstrated the league’s appeal, with over 4.2 million player registrations already received for Season 3 trials across 101 cities.
ISPL Season 2 vs Season 3: Growth Numbers
| Metric | Season 2 | Season 3 Expectations |
|---|---|---|
| TV Viewers | 28 million+ | Higher with Delhi team |
| Growth Rate | 47% increase | Continued upward trend |
| Player Registrations | Previous record | 4.2 million+ |
| Teams | 6 teams | 8 teams (Delhi + Ahmedabad) |
| Cities for Trials | Limited | 101 cities |
Celebrity Team Owners: Salman Khan joins an impressive lineup including Amitabh Bachchan (Majhi Mumbai), Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan (Tiigers of Kolkata), Akshay Kumar (Srinagar Ke Veer), Suriya (Chennai Singams), Hrithik Roshan (Bangalore Strikers), and Ram Charan (Falcon Risers Hyderabad).
What Makes ISPL Special: The league has successfully bridged grassroots talent with professional cricket, with standout performer Abhishek Dalhor earning a spot as net bowler with Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL, proving ISPL’s core promise of elevating street cricketers.
Salman Khan expressed his excitement: “Cricket is a heartbeat that echoes through every street in India and when that energy reaches the stadium, leagues like ISPL are born.” The league’s unique blend of cricket and music entertainment has captured audiences across demographics, with women comprising 43% of television viewers and 66% of digital viewership from under-29 audiences.
With another Ahmedabad team featuring a major celebrity owner to be announced soon, ISPL Season 3 promises to be the biggest cricket carnival yet.
FAQs
When will Salman Khan’s Delhi ISPL team start playing?
The team will debut in ISPL Season 3, with registrations currently open at ispl-t10.com.
How many teams will participate in ISPL Season 3?
Season 3 will feature 8 teams including the new Delhi and upcoming Ahmedabad franchises.
