MUMBAI CRICKET ASSOCIATION (MCA) has announced the return of the T20 Mumbai League with its fourth season while also unveiling the inaugural T20 Mumbai Women’s League. The trophies for both tournaments were revealed at an event in Mumbai by Rohit Sharma, the face of the league.
The first edition of the women’s competition will feature three teams operated by PRS Infraprojects LLP, Roadway Solution India Infra Ltd and World Star Sporting Private Limited.
Season 4 of the men’s tournament will continue to feature eight franchises representing different regions of the city. These include Aakash Tigers Mumbai Western Suburbs (World Star Premier League LLP), ARCS Andheri (ARCS Sports & Entertainment Private Limited), Bandra Blasters (PK Sports Ventures Private Limited), Eagle Thane Strikers (Eagle Infra India Ltd), Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals (Royal Edge Sports & Entertainment), North Mumbai Panthers (Horizon Sports India Private Limited), SoBo Mumbai Falcons (Roadway Solutions India Infra Ltd.) and Triumph Knights Mumbai North East (Transcon Triumph Knights Private Limited).
Several cricketers who previously featured in the league, including Shivam Dube and Tushar Deshpande, have progressed to represent Indian Premier League franchises, as well as securing opportunities in the India national cricket team. As the city prepares for another competitive season, the league aims to celebrate the depth of Mumbai’s cricketing talent while delivering action for fans.
Sharma said, “I’m very happy with how Mumbai cricket is shaping up—not just in the IPL team, but also with what the T20 Mumbai League has done for many young cricketers. We saw so many cricketers who played in the T20 Mumbai now go on to play for IPL teams and the national team as well. It is a big platform. I’m happy that we are doing this again after a very successful last season, I was involved last season. I saw it was a very tough task. I have to give credit to each and every member of the MCA for pulling it through. This year, there are three women’s teams as well, so it’s getting bigger.”
MCA president Ajinkya Naik shared, “Mumbai’s cricketing legacy has always been built on a strong grassroots structure and a culture that encourages players to push themselves and aim higher. The T20 Mumbai League reflects that philosophy by providing talented cricketers from across the city a professional stage to showcase their abilities. The launch of the T20 Mumbai Women’s League is an important milestone for us. Women’s cricket is growing rapidly, and it is essential that we create strong platforms that allow talented players to compete, develop and progress to higher levels of the game.”
League Governing Council chairman Rajdip Gupta added, “The T20 Mumbai League has consistently showcased the depth of talent in the city. With the addition of the women’s competition, the league enters an exciting new phase. Our aim is to create a professionally run tournament that not only delivers high-quality cricket but also strengthens the pathway for emerging players.”
