Mumbai: Bollywood star Ajay Devgn attended the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) press meet alongside cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on Sunday.
Speaking at the event, Devgn expressed his excitement about being part of the league, highlighting its potential to provide a strong platform for emerging talent in India.
“I’m very happy to be here and to be part of this family. When the tournament was announced, the concept really excited me. We grew up without social media, spending more time outdoors, and this format resonates with that spirit. The talent in our country is immense, and the timing is perfect,” the actor said.
Earlier in August, Devgn was announced as the owner of ISPL’s new Ahmedabad franchise.
Launched in 2024, ISPL is India’s first tennis-ball T10 cricket league and is backed by visionary leaders including Bharat Ratna Sachin Tendulkar, Cabinet Minister Ashish Shelar, Suraj Samat, and Minal Amol Kale.
An avid cricket fan and strategic investor, Devgn has previously backed ventures in tennis, MMA, and cricket. His partnership with ISPL underscores his commitment to promoting grassroots sports and emerging formats.
“Cricket is a game that unites everyone, and ISPL captures that raw, authentic spirit. Ahmedabad has always shown me immense love and support. Just like cinema, cricket is a cultural phenomenon here, and there’s so much untapped talent ready to shine. Through our ISPL team, I hope to bring new heroes to the forefront. Sport has the power to change lives, and I’m looking forward to the action in Season 3,” he added.
The upcoming edition of ISPL will also feature Bollywood actor Salman Khan as the owner of the Delhi team.
