As Salman Khan has been revealed as the new owner of the New Delhi franchise in the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL), he has officially entered the exhilarating world of T10 street cricket. Following an amazing second season, ISPL Season 2 drew over 28 million television viewers and saw a remarkable 47% rise in viewing year over year.
Established in 2024, the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) is a lively, tennis-ball T10 cricket competition mixing Bollywood glitter with grassroots sportsmanship. It is supported by cricketing great Sachin Tendulkar and has a galaxy of renowned owners, including Amitabh Bachchan, Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor, Akshay Kumar, Suriya, Hrithik Roshan, and Ram Charan.
With Salman joining this elite circle, the league is growing into the capital of India with the next Season 3. It is reported that the core committee of Indian Street Premier League, which includes Sachin Tendulkar, Ashish Shelar of the Asian Cricket Council, Minal Amol Kale, and Suraj Samat, has praised the debut of the Delhi franchise. Therefore, opening yet more possibilities for street cricketers across India.
Emphasizing that the league’s growing audience energizes the brilliant talent emanating from many backgrounds, Tendulkar thought the new team would excite the Delhi crowd once again.
Salman Khan himself expressed his enthusiasm, saying that Cricket is a heartbeat that echoes through each and every street in India and lives in our hearts. He praised the aim of Indian Street Premier League to elevate grassroots athletes, pointing out that the league gives young talent a transforming stage.
Indian Street Premier League is undeniably gathering momentum with more than 4 million players spread over 101 cities. Salman Khan’s management of the New Delhi team is expected to draw fresh viewers, supporters, and media attention. Season 3 is scheduled to be the most visible and culturally rich season of ISPL to date with his participation.
