North India Statesman
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News India Live, Digital Desk: Maha Kumbh of Cricket in Gwalior: A new chapter of cricket is going to start in Gwalior city. Madhya Pradesh Premier League (MPL) is being organized here from June 15, which will also be known as ‘Scindia Cup’. The purpose of this league is to give a big platform to the young and talented cricketers of the state, just as the IPL gives a chance to the players of the country.
Dada’s dream, grandson realized
The main face behind this magnificent event is the son of Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia and Vice President of Gwalior Division Cricket Association (GDCA), Maharyaman Scindia. He told that this league was a dream of his grandfather, late Madhavrao Scindia. He always wanted the players of Madhya Pradesh, especially Gwalior-Chambal division, should get recognition at the national level. Now, Maharamanman is turning that dream into reality.
What is special in MPL?
The tournament will be played from 15 June to 23 June at the completely new ‘Madhavrao Scindia International Cricket Stadium’ in Gwalior. A total of 5 teams are participating in this league:
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Gwalior cheetah
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Malwa panthers
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Jabalpur Lions
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Rewa Jaguars
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Bhopal leopards
The players for these teams were selected through an auction process, which makes this league even more professional.
Legendary like Ravi Shastri also joined
Former coach and veteran cricketer of the Indian cricket team Ravi Shastri has been made brand ambassador to increase the reliability and glamor of this league. The tournament being under the supervision of BCCI will also be broadcast live on TV and OTT platform, so that more and more people can see its thrill.
Maha Aaryan Scindia believes that this is not just a cricket tournament, but it will create an atmosphere in Madhya Pradesh from which future stars will come out. This league is a new ray of hope for young players, which will give them an opportunity to fulfill their dreams.
