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BigRock Motorsports Retains Championship Title at ISRL Season 2 Grand Finale in Calicut

Wow, what a finish for the Indian Supercross Racing League! BigRock Motorsports held on to win the championship title at a packed finale in Calicut. Megastar Salman Khan was there to cheer as over 32,000 fans set a new attendance record for Indian motorsport. The league is really gaining momentum, blending international stars with homegrown talent for an exciting future.

Key Points: ISRL Season 2: BigRock Motorsports Wins Title, Salman Khan Attends Historic Calicut Finale

  • Team BigRock Motorsports wins ISRL Season 2 championship
  • Record 32,000+ fans attend finale in Calicut, marking highest-ever for Indian motorsport
  • International riders from 21 countries competed alongside top Indian talent
  • League officials highlight growing domestic fanbase and pathways for Indian riders
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BigRock Motorsports retains its Championship title at ISRL Season 2 Grand Finale in Calicut

Team BigRock Motorsports crowned ISRL Season 2 champions at a record-breaking Grand Finale in Calicut attended by Salman Khan, with over 32,000 fans.

"Watching the Grand Finale in Calicut was truly special. The passion of the fans and the intensity of competition show how far Indian motorsport has come. ISRL is creating a platform where Indian riders can compete confidently alongside the world's best. - Salman Khan / ISRL Brand Ambassador"

Calicut (Kerala), December 21

The Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL) Season 2 concluded in spectacular fashion with a historic Grand Finale at the EMS Corporation Stadium, Calicut. Megastar and ISRL Brand Ambassador Salman Khan was present on ground, adding star power to an electrifying night of high-octane racing and live entertainment, as per a release.

The finale witnessed a record-breaking turnout of over 32,000 fans, marking the highest-ever attendance for a motorsporting event in India and reinforcing Kerala's strong connection with motorsport and large-scale live sporting experiences, the release said.

Amid roaring crowds and intense on-track action, Team Bigrock Motorsports were crowned ISRL Season 2 Champions, capping off a fiercely competitive championship that unfolded across Pune, Hyderabad and Calicut. The season showcased a compelling blend of international excellence and emerging Indian talent.

The Calicut round delivered thrilling racing across all categories. Matt Moss from team BigRock Motorsports (Australia) claimed victory in the 450cc International class aboard the Kawasaki KX 450, while Calvin Fonvieille from team Apollo Indewheelers (France) dominated the 250cc International category on the Yamaha YZ 250. The 250cc India-Asia Mix class was won by Delvinator Alfarizi (Thailand) riding the KTM 250 SX - F, drawing thunderous applause from the packed stadium.

Megastar Salman Khan, Brand Ambassador, ISRL, said, "Watching the Grand Finale in Calicut was truly special. The passion of the fans and the intensity of competition show how far Indian motorsport has come. ISRL is creating a platform where Indian riders can compete confidently alongside the world's best," as quoted from a release.

Reflecting on the season, Veer Patel, Managing Director, ISRL, said, "Season 2 reflects the growing belief in Supercross across India. From Pune to Hyderabad and now Calicut, the record-breaking fan response shows the sport has truly found a home here, while we continue building strong pathways for Indian riders alongside world-class racing."

Over the course of Season 2, 36 international riders from 21 countries, including Australia, France, the USA, Germany, Thailand and South Africa, competed alongside India's top riders such as Rugved Barguje, Ikshan Shanbhag, Prajwal Vishwanath and Shlok Ghorpade, highlighting ISRL's growing global stature, as per the release.

Beyond the races, the Reise Moto ISRL Fan Park transformed EMS Corporation Stadium into a complete motorsport festival, featuring live music, racing simulators, interactive brand zones, food experiences, merchandise and rider interactions, creating an immersive fan experience for families and enthusiasts alike.

With Season 2 concluding on a historic high, the Indian Supercross Racing League now looks ahead to expanding its footprint, strengthening grassroots development and further positioning India on the global Supercross map.

- ANI

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Priya S
So proud to see events of this scale happening in India! The mix of international and Indian talent is fantastic. Shoutout to our Indian riders like Rugved and Prajwal holding their own on a global stage. More power to ISRL! 🙌
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Rahul R
Salman Khan's presence definitely adds the star power, but the real heroes are the riders. Matt Moss and Calvin Fonvieille were phenomenal. Hope next season we see an Indian rider win one of the international categories. The talent is there!
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Sarah B
The Fan Park with simulators and interactions sounds amazing! It's great they're making it a full family experience, not just the race. This is how you build a lasting sport culture. Well done to the organizers.
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Aman W
A small note of constructive feedback: While the event was spectacular, the article focuses heavily on international winners. I wish there was more detail on the performance and journey of our Indian riders in the mix. Their stories inspire the next generation.
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Kavya N
Calicut setting a national attendance record! 🌟 As a Malayali, I'm so happy our state is hosting such world-class events. The energy at EMS Stadium must have been electric. Hope ISRL comes back to Kerala for Season 3!

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