Is Adani Group Set to Transform Gwalior for the Madhya Pradesh League 2025?

Synopsis
Gwalior is buzzing with excitement as it prepares to host the Madhya Pradesh League 2025, featuring the Adani Group as its title sponsor. With the league expanding to include women's cricket, this season promises thrilling matches and a commitment to inclusivity. Discover what this means for the future of cricket in Madhya Pradesh!
Key Takeaways
- Adani Group becomes the title sponsor for MPL 2025.
- MPL expands to include women’s cricket for the first time.
- The league now features seven men's teams and three women's teams.
- Gwalior continues as the tournament's host city.
- The MPL aims to promote sports development and inclusivity.
Gwalior, May 29 (NationPress) The Madhya Pradesh League (MPL) has chosen the Adani Group, one of India’s prominent conglomerates, as the title sponsor for the forthcoming season, set to kick off on June 12 at the Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium.
Organized by the Gwalior Division Cricket Association (GDCA) under the guidance of the MP Cricket Association, the men’s tournament, which included five teams last year, will now feature seven teams, welcoming squads from the Bundelkhand and Chambal regions.
Commenting on this pivotal partnership, Madhya Pradesh League Chairman Shri Mahanaaryaman Scindia stated, "We are delighted to have the Adani Group as our title sponsor. Their dedication towards enhancing sports in India aligns perfectly with our mission to establish the MPL as one of the foremost cricket leagues in the nation. We eagerly anticipate an exhilarating season ahead."
A representative from Adani expressed, "We are excited to partner with the Madhya Pradesh League as its title sponsor. The introduction of Women’s Cricket this year is particularly thrilling, as it promotes gender inclusivity and offers a platform for aspiring female cricketers. We look forward to a season filled with inspiring performances."
For the second consecutive year, Gwalior will host the entire tournament, having served as the venue for the MPL’s inaugural season in 2024. The jersey unveiling ceremony for all 10 franchises took place on Tuesday, revealing the new designs for both the men’s and women’s teams.
This season will introduce a Women’s Cricket League, running concurrently with the men’s matches. The women’s competition will showcase three teams, including one from the capital city of Bhopal.
Men’s teams: Gwalior Cheetahs, Bhopal Leopards, Jabalpur Royal Lions, Rewa Jaguars, Indore Pink Panthers, Chambal Ghariyals, Bundelkhand Bulls
Women’s teams: Chambal Ghariyals, Bhopal Wolves, Bundelkhand Bulls