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DDCA director Shyam Sunder Sharma highlights how the Delhi Premier League propelled 14 players into IPL contention. The association is incentivizing women's cricket with financial support for clubs. Former cricketer Surinder Khanna celebrates Delhi's IPL pitch award, crediting DDCA president Rohan Jaitley's team. The upcoming Women's DPL aims to create opportunities for female players to reach national and WPL levels.

Key Points: DDCA Director Shyam Sunder Sharma Reveals Women's Cricket Push After IPL Success

  • 14 DPL players entered IPL 2025 as India prospects
  • DDCA offers ₹1 lakh subsidy for clubs fielding women's teams
  • Surinder Khanna praises Delhi's IPL pitch award
  • Women's DPL set to launch as talent pathway
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Surinder describes Delhi's best pitch award in IPL 2025 special, DDCA Director reveals steps taken to promote women's cricket

DDCA boosts women's cricket with subsidies as Surinder Khanna hails Delhi's IPL pitch award, crediting Rohan Jaitley's leadership.

"When the BCCI gives you an award, your batteries recharge – Surinder Khanna"

New Delhi, June 15

Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) Director Shyam Sunder Sharma lavished praise on the impact Delhi Premier League (DPL) has made and outlined steps being taken to promote women's cricket and its growth.

According to Sharma, 14 players earned a spot in the 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) and turned into prospects for the Indian team.

"The first season of DPL went very well. Everyone praised DPL. Fourteen youngsters went into IPL because of it. Everyone is saying that Priyansh Arya, Ayush Badoni and Digvesh Rathi are being seen as future prospects for India. This is because of DPL and this tournament was the brainchild of our president, Rohan Jaitley," he told ANI.

Sharma also revealed that subsidy is being offered to the clubs under DDCA to promote women's cricket and added, "We have a special focus on women's cricket. There has been an addition to our subsidiary; whichever club plays a women's team will be given a subsidiary of Rs 1 lakh."

Former India cricketer Surinder Khanna hailed the DDCA for being awarded the Best Pitch and Ground Award of the Season in IPL 2025 and described the milestone as "special."

Surinder credited the DDCA management and the ground in-charge, Ankit, for providing top-class wickets, especially in Delhi's scorching heat, which offered enjoyable conditions for both sides.

"I think Rohan Jaitley, his team and Ankit, the ground in-charge, who made pitches and gave top-class wickets. When the BCCI gives you an award, your batteries recharge. Earlier, these awards were handed to two or three centres, but this time, they were awarded to Delhi, which is special. I know it is not easy to provide quality wickets where both teams enjoy it. I am very happy, and I hope they continue to do it in the future," Surinder told ANI.

Last year, the DDCA launched the inaugural edition of the Delhi Premier League (DPL). This year, Women's DPL is set to arrive, which would be a "great platform" for the rising talent to climb the ladder of success and earn a spot in the India Women's team, according to Surinder.

"Our young girls have great talent, and they could be selected for the WPL and the Indian women's team. It is a great platform. You are being watched by so many people all around the world, and so many franchises can pick you," he added.

- ANI

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Here are 6 diverse Indian perspective comments for the article:
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Rahul K.
Great to see Delhi cricket getting recognition! The pitch award is well-deserved after years of criticism. Hope this inspires more young players from North India to come forward. The women's cricket push is especially commendable 👏
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Priya M.
As a Delhiite and cricket fan, this makes me proud! But I hope the ₹1 lakh subsidy for women's teams reaches the grassroots properly. Sometimes these funds get stuck in bureaucracy. DDCA should conduct regular audits.
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Amit S.
Finally some good news from DDCA! Remember how Feroz Shah Kotla used to be mocked for its pitch? What a turnaround! Now if only they could fix the parking and seating issues for spectators...
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Shweta R.
Women's DPL is a game-changer! My daughter plays at school level and this gives her real hope. More tournaments = more opportunities. Hope they broadcast matches too 🤞 #SupportWomensCricket
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Vikram J.
Good steps but DDCA needs to look beyond Delhi-NCR. Many talented players come from Haryana, UP, Rajasthan who train here. They should get equal opportunities in DPL. Cricket shouldn't have state boundaries!
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Neha T.
The real test will be maintaining this standard consistently. Delhi weather is brutal on pitches - hope they've developed sustainable methods and not just one-season wonders. Fingers crossed for our girls in WDPL! 💪

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