278 players participate in Dream League of India's Mohali trials
Mohali, November 25
The Dream League of India (DLI), India's biggest Tennis Ball Cricket League conducted its Mohali trials last week, drawing an energetic turnout of 278 players across the junior and senior categories.
The trials marked DLI's first major talent hunt in Punjab, further expanding its nationwide grassroots cricket footprint.
Held at JP Sports Academy, Derabassi, Mohali, the trials witnessed the presence of several recognised tennis ball cricket stars, who also participated in the trials, according to the DLI release.
Players aged 13-18 years (Junior category) and 18 years and above (Senior category) showcased their skills, determination, and competitive spirit, hoping to earn a place in one of DLI's six teams.
Founder of Dream League of India, Chetanya Nanda, said Mohali has always been a powerhouse of cricketing talent, and the turnout reflects the same passion.
"The energy, skill level, and hunger we witnessed here were truly inspiring. I request big companies to come forward and be part of journey of these grassroot players," he said.
Sharing his thoughts on the successful trials, Rishabh Bhatia, Founder of Dream League of India, said, "Punjab has given us a good response. Many known tennis ball cricket stars joined us today, which added even more excitement and motivation for the youngsters."
Launched by Servotech Sports, the Dream League of India is the country's biggest tennis ball cricket tournament, featuring six competitive teams across two categories -- juniors (13-18 years) and seniors (18+ years).
Actor Sonu Sood, who is the DLI's League commissioner, motivated the participants and urged everyone to make use of the trials being conducted by the League.
Having conducted high-energy trials in Gurugram, Delhi, Greater Noida, and Ganaur, DLI continues to build momentum across the country, the release said.
— ANI
Reader Comments
So proud to see Mohali hosting such a big event! 278 participants is incredible. Tennis ball cricket is the real cricket of our gullies and streets. Hope many of these players get the recognition they deserve. Sonu Sood as commissioner is a great choice - he genuinely supports sports.
While I appreciate the initiative, I wish they had more categories for women players. Tennis ball cricket is equally popular among girls in Punjab. Hope future editions will be more inclusive. Still, great start! ðŸ‘
JP Sports Academy in Derabassi is a fantastic venue for such trials. The infrastructure there is top-class. Good to see established tennis ball stars also participating - this shows the league's credibility. More power to DLI! 💪
As someone who grew up watching cricket in India, it's heartening to see organized platforms for tennis ball cricket. This is where many Indian cricketers actually start their journey. Hope corporate sponsors take notice and support these grassroots initiatives.
Bahut badhiya! Punjab ka talent hamesha se exceptional raha hai. From Kapil Dev to Harbhajan Singh, and now through DLI, more stars will emerge. The junior category (13-18) is especially important - catching them young is the key! 🎯
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