The Delhi Premier League surged past the Indian cricket scenario, as an intense draft for its players rocked the very fraternity of gentlemen’s game. Franchisees were locked in an intense battle during the event held Friday in New Delhi to pick up the best cream of cricketing talents in Delhi. But yes, it was undoubtedly the undisputed calling by the Masterstroke of Purani Dilli 6, who has an in-your-face wicketkeeper-batter in Rishabh Pant.
It does seem to have worked quite like a catalyst that kicked up the profile of the franchise at a stroke. Not stopping there, the management roped in seasoned pacer Ishant Sharma to bolster the bowling attack of the team. Styles for the core of a strong Purani Dilli 6 squad with his countrymen are certainly the national all-arounders Lalit Yadav and Shivam Sharma.
Besides, the franchising event also noted the displacement of some other big names into different franchises: the young batting prodigy Yash Dhull joined Central Delhi Kings, while the rising pace sensation Harshit Rana was snapped up by North Delhi Strikers. These acquisitions in a way re-affirmed a much-needed dose of youth and exuberance in these respective franchises.
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Other interesting picks include Anuj Rawat for East Delhi Riders, Ayush Badoni for South Delhi Superstars, and Navdeep Saini for West Delhi Lions. All these players bring a lot of talent to the table through their maturity, having played in the IPL.
Excited to play again with Ishant Sharma bhaiya and Rishabh Pant for Team Purani Dilli 6 under the coaching of Vijay Dahiya sir in upcoming Delhi Premier League starting from 17th August. @vijdahiya @ImIshant @RishabhPant17 @delhi_cricket #DPL2024 pic.twitter.com/wljq61zcS2
— Shivvam Sharma (@imshivamsharma9) August 3, 2024
The women’s draft was equally thrilling, with the likes of Shwetha Sehrawat, Priya Punia, Laxmi Yadav, and Soni Yadav coming up as marquee signings. The addition of women’s cricket in the DPL will be a big stepping stone for the sport in India.
With this, as the Delhi Premier League kicks off, get ready for a cracker of a competition. The DPL fires up with a star-studded lineup and looks all set to create a big bang in the Indian cricket atmosphere. Come August 17 to September 8, the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium at New Delhi will buzz with 4th prospecting inquiries, minds roaring with cricket maniacs, and people who love party-starting in this ecstatic occasion of the game.
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The format of the league consists of 33 matches in the men’s division and 7 in the women’s division, which will provide plenty of opportunities for all players to exhibit their talents on this very stage. With the player draft laying such a strong foundation, spectacular can only be the DPL, promising nothing short of that in a way for all the cricket lovers.
