Dailymirror.news June 2nd2025:Introducing the Southern Street Premier League (SSPL) – South India’s first-ever T10 Tennis Ball Cricket Tournament! This groundbreaking league is designed to discover and nurture raw cricketing talent from the grassroots of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Pondicherry, and Goa. SSPL promises to be a game-changer for street cricket enthusiasts.

This August, 12 elite teams will battle it out for an unprecedented prize pool of ₹3 Crores – the largest ever for a tennis ball cricket tournament in India!

The league was officially launched on June 1st, 2025, in Hyderabad and Chennai. The grand event was led by SSPL Chairman Nawabzada Mohammed Asif Ali, Celebrity Patron Ravi Mohan, and CEO & Director L.T. Anand. The star-studded ceremony was graced by distinguished dignitaries, business leaders, and VIPs. Highlights included the unveiling of a magnificent 5-foot-high trophy, the vibrant SSPL logo, and the release of a high-energy anthem that perfectly captured the excitement of the season ahead.

In India, cricket is more than just a sport – it’s a unifying force that transcends languages, cultures, and regions. While iconic matches are played in stadiums, the true magic of the game unfolds in the narrow streets and bustling lanes where countless future stars first pick up a bat. SSPL aims to celebrate this spirit by giving these grassroots heroes a professional stage to shine.

From humble beginnings with makeshift wickets and tennis balls, India has seen legends like MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli rise from street cricket. It’s in these local games that players develop quick reflexes, resilience, and a deep passion for the game. SSPL is here to channel that spirit, offering a platform where these rising stars can transform their dreams of gully cricket glory into stadium reality.