Mumbai, Sep 28 (NationPress) The realms of entertainment and sports converged as Bollywood icon Ajay Devgn joined forces with cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar to unveil the 2nd edition of the Indian Street Premier League. The duo engaged in lively discussions and shared memorable moments on stage, promoting a league aimed at discovering budding cricket talents through tennis-ball matches.

Ajay fondly remembered his youth spent playing street cricket, dressed in a classic white t-shirt and beige chinos, while Sachin sported a stylish grey printed shirt with black pants.

During the event, Ajay expressed, "I was very excited by this idea because we've all grown up playing street cricket, especially in our days when social media was non-existent. We were more outdoors. The concept is fantastic and appealing to me. India is vast, and so is our talent pool, making it challenging to identify emerging stars."

He further noted, "This initiative offers an incredible platform for talent to surface. In sports, timing is crucial; if players don’t start at the right moment, their skills may go unrecognized. This league provides that essential opportunity, and that’s what makes it remarkable."

The Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) is a tennis-ball cricket tournament that captures the vibrant energy of street cricket, transforming it into a professional arena. Designed as a franchise-based league, it brings together players from across the nation who have honed their skills in local streets, rooftops, and parks.

With a format reminiscent of T20 cricket but infused with a street-style flair, the league guarantees fast-paced, thrilling matches. Supported by numerous Bollywood celebrities and cricket icons, the ISPL offers a stage for untapped talent to shine under bright lights, with live audiences enhancing the excitement.

Competing in a T10 format, the league focuses on inclusivity, allowing lesser-known cricketers a chance at recognition and potential careers in the sport. By merging entertainment, celebrity involvement, and grassroots cricket, the ISPL has rapidly evolved into more than just a tournament; it’s a celebration of India’s street cricket culture on a grand scale.

On the professional front, Ajay was recently featured in ‘Son of Sardaar 2’. Meanwhile, Sachin continues to serve as the team icon and mentor for the IPL franchise, Mumbai Indians.