Key Points

Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgn joined cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar at the Indian Street Premier League press meet. The actor expressed his excitement about being part of the ISPL family and discovering new cricket talent across India. Devgn was recently announced as the owner of the league's Ahmedabad franchise, continuing his pattern of sports investments. The ISPL represents India's first tennis-ball T10 cricket league aimed at showcasing grassroots talent.

Key Points: Ajay Devgn Joins Sachin Tendulkar at ISPL Event as Ahmedabad Owner

  • Ajay Devgn announced as owner of ISPL's Ahmedabad franchise in August
  • Tennis-ball T10 cricket league aims to discover grassroots talent nationwide
  • League backed by visionary group including Sachin Tendulkar and Ashish Shelar
  • Salman Khan also owns Delhi team in upcoming ISPL edition
  • Devgn sees cricket as cultural phenomenon that unites everyone
  • Actor known for strategic investments in tennis, MMA and cricket
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Ajay Devgn joins cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar at ISPL event, says Very happy to be part of family

Bollywood star Ajay Devgn partners with cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar in Indian Street Premier League, expressing excitement about discovering new cricket talent.

"I'm very happy to be here and part of this family. The talent in our country is so vast, and the timing is very important. - Ajay Devgn"

Mumbai, September 28

Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn attended the press meet of the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) along with former cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on Sunday.

Speaking at the event, Ajay Devgn expressed his delight at being part of the league, further stating that it will provide a better platform for the country's talent.

"I'm very happy to be here and part of this family. When the tournament started, the idea excited me a lot. We are all grown up, our time we didn't have social media, we were more outdoors. The concept is very nice, and that has attracted me the most. The talent in our country is so vast, and the timing is very important," the actor said.

Earlier in August, Devgn was announced as the owner of the ISPL's new franchise from Ahmedabad.

ISPL, India's pioneering tennis-ball T10 cricket league, launched in 2024, is backed by a strong visionary leadership group that includes Bharat Ratna Sachin Tendulkar, Cabinet Minister Ashish Shelar, Suraj Samat and Minal Amol Kale.

An avid cricket fan and strategic investor, Devgn is known for backing ventures in tennis, MMA, and cricket. His association with ISPL reflects his continued commitment to promoting emerging formats and grassroots sports.

"Cricket is a game that unites everyone, and ISPL truly captures that raw, real spirit. Ahmedabad has always given me immense love and support. Just like cinema, cricket is a cultural phenomenon here, and I know there's so much untapped talent waiting to show their hard work and skill. Through our team in ISPL, I hope we can bring new heroes to the forefront. Sport has the power to change lives, and I'm looking forward to seeing the action unfold in Season 3," he said, as stated in the press release.

Besides Ajay Devgn, the upcoming edition of ISPL will also have actor Salman Khan as the owner of its Delhi team.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Ajay Devgn and Sachin Tendulkar together for cricket - what a dream combination! 🏏 Ahmedabad team will be lucky to have such passionate owners. Can't wait for Season 3!
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Sarah B
While I appreciate celebrities supporting sports, I hope this isn't just another vanity project. Real investment in infrastructure and coaching would make more difference than just star power.
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Arjun K
Tennis-ball cricket is the real cricket we all grew up playing in gullies and streets! So happy to see it getting professional recognition. Bas thoda ticket price kam rakhein taaki aam aadmi bhi stadium ja sake.
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Michael C
Interesting to see how cricket continues to evolve in India. The T10 format with tennis balls could really appeal to younger audiences with shorter attention spans. Smart move by the organizers!
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Neha E
Ajay Devgn is absolutely right about cricket uniting everyone in India. From metros to villages, cricket brings people together like nothing else. Excited to see what new talent emerges from ISPL! 💫
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Vikram M
Salman Khan in Delhi, Ajay Devgn in Ahmedabad - Bollywood truly loves cricket! Hope they focus on genuine talent scouting rather than just celebrity glamour. The real heroes

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