Exclusive: All you need to know about Delhi Premier League 2024 as Shikhar Dhawan buys a cricket team

The Delhi Premier League T20 is set to make its debut, bringing a fresh wave of excitement to the cricketing landscape in the National capital. Organized by the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA), the league was officially launched with much fanfare at an event in Delhi on Friday. The event saw the unveiling of the tournament's anthem, logo, the six competing teams, and their respective jerseys.

This tournament marks a significant milestone in Delhi's cricketing scene, as it features both male and female categories, showcasing a commitment to promoting cricket across genders. The male category will see six teams battling it out over 33 matches, while the female category will consist of four teams competing in seven matches.

The stakes are high, with the winning team in the male category set to take home a whopping ₹1 crore in prize money, while the female champions will be awarded ₹50 lakh. Adding to the star power of the league, some of India’s top cricketing talents are likely to participate. Notable players such as Rishabh Pant, Navdeep Saini, Ishant Sharma, and Harshit Rana are expected to feature in the tournament.

Virender Sehwag and Shikhar Dhawan join the league

The matches will be hosted at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, starting from August 17th. To provide opportunities for emerging talent, the league has selected the top four batters, bowlers, and all-rounders from various DDCA club tournaments to form a player pool.

These young players will have the chance to be picked by the teams, offering them a platform to showcase their abilities and potentially earn recognition on a larger scale. The league also boasts a connection with some of India's cricketing legends.

Shikhar Dhawan, one of India’s leading batters, has taken a vested interest in the league by co-owning one of the teams. Meanwhile, former India opener Virender Sehwag, who is serving as the brand ambassador for the league, had the honour of unveiling the tournament’s coveted trophy.

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According to DDCA chief Rohan Jaitley, the Delhi Premier League T20 aims to provide a platform for the city's talented young cricketers to make a name for themselves. This league is not just about competition; it’s about nurturing the next generation of cricketing stars and giving them the exposure they need to succeed at higher levels.



In a one-on-one interview with the Sport.info and CricTracker team, Rohan Jaitley said, "Our job as the Delhi Premier League Committee is one, to ensure that the best playing conditions are provided, to make sure that quality standards across the game are better, to make sure that it cannot be an international game but it is closest to an international game in regards to quality, facility and infrastructure."

With its mix of established stars and promising talent, the Delhi Premier League T20 promises to be a thrilling addition to India’s domestic cricket calendar, offering fans in Delhi and beyond plenty to look forward to in the coming weeks. Notably, Jio Cinema and Sports18 are likely to broadcast the tournament.