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Udhampur's Devika Premier League Concludes, Aims to Inspire Future Cricket Stars

The first Devika Premier League, inspired by the IPL, concluded with a final between Feria Super Kings and Chandi Tigers in Udhampur. The tournament featured eight teams with players selected through an auction, aiming to inspire local youth. Players highlighted the strong public turnout as a sign of the event's success and potential to produce future cricket stars. Jammu and Kashmir's Sports Minister also announced plans to build an international stadium in every district.

Key Points: Devika Premier League Wraps Up First Edition in Udhampur

  • First edition concludes in Udhampur
  • Eight teams competed via player auction
  • Aim is to inspire younger generation
  • J&K Sports Minister announces international stadiums
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First edition of Devika Premier League wraps up in Udhampur

The inaugural Devika Premier League cricket tournament concluded in Udhampur, featuring eight teams and an auction, with officials highlighting its role in inspiring youth.

"Tournaments like this are always a good step for inspiring the youth. - Suresh Jamwal"

Udhampur, January 19

The first edition of the Devika Premier League concluded with a match between Feria Super Kings and Chandi Tigers. Jammu and Kashmir's Sports Minister, Satish Sharma, presided as the chief guest at the final of the tournament.

A total of eight teams competed in the league, which also featured a professional player auction earlier.

A Feria Super Kings player, Suresh Jamwal, said the Devika Premier League tournament, inspired by the IPL, featured eight teams with 16-17 players each selected through an auction. He added that such events inspire youth and expressed happiness at the strong public support in Udhampur, saying it could help produce future cricket stars from the region.

"The organisation of this tournament has taken inspiration from the IPL. Eight teams participated in the tournament and each team has 16-17 players that they acquired during the auction. Tournaments like this are always a good step for inspiring the youth. It's great to see the public of Udhampur gather here for the tournament and I am sure that we will see some stars rising from Udhampur in future," he said.

Chandi Tigers captain Ankush said the tournament aims to inspire the younger generation and noted that it is the first event of this scale in Udhampur, with large crowds demonstrating strong public interest and enthusiasm.

"This tournament is to inspire the coming generation. This is the first time a tournament of this level is being organised here in Udhampur. The massive crowds here tells us that the tournament is inspiring people to come and be a part of this," he said.

Speaking to ANI during the final of the Devika Premier League, the J&K Sports Minister said, "An international stadium will be built in every district, and I organised international events for hockey, football, and also wrestling after 18 years."

- ANI

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Priya S
Wonderful initiative! It's so important to have these platforms outside the big cities. The auction system makes it feel professional and exciting for the players. Hope this becomes an annual event and we see a future Indian cricketer from Udhampur.
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Rohit P
Great step for sports in the region. But I hope the promise of an international stadium in every district is followed through with proper maintenance and regular events. Sometimes these announcements fade away after the headlines.
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Sarah B
Love the names - Feria Super Kings and Chandi Tigers! Sounds like a lot of fun. Sports truly have the power to bring communities together. Congratulations to the organisers and all the players.
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Vikram M
Bas, yeh chahiye! Grassroots development is key. The IPL model works because it engages everyone. If they can keep this league going and maybe even stream matches online, it would be huge for the local talent.
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Karthik V
The Minister's comment about organising international events in hockey and football after 18 years is telling. While cricket gets the spotlight, I'm glad other sports are also being considered. A balanced sports culture is needed.

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