One more franchise based cricket league has announced its arrival. Ambitiously titled “World Tennis Ball Premier League T10”, WTPL was officially launched on Thursday in Jaipur.
With 10 teams set to compete in this 60-ball tournament, WTPL’s stated aim is to “revolutionize tennis ball cricket” and discover talent through trials in 60 cities across the country.
WTPL T10 is spearheaded by founders Gaurav Sachdeva and Rohit Bawri, both entrepreneurs. Joining them as co-founder is Robin Chaudhary, who brings over 25 years of cricketing experience, including playing first-class cricket.
Speaking about the league, Sachdeva said, “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.”
Bawri noted, “It is just not 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.”
The league will be hosted at Lalbhai Contractor Stadium, Surat, tentatively in May-June 2025, and 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.
With a total of 28 matches, including 25 league games, two semi-finals, and one grand final, WTPL promises to deliver high-octane cricket. The matches will be broadcast live on TV and digital platforms, ensuring maximum visibility for players and fans alike.
The organizers also unveiled their ambitious vision for the future, including plans to host an Asia Cup with tennis ball cricket and a potential bilateral series between India and Pakistan with tennis ball, further expanding the sport’s reach.
