Telangana Premier League (TPL) to Begin After IPL – All eyes on Muhammad Siraj
Hyderabad, 15 March – (www.deccanlive.com): Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) is planning to start the Telangana Premier League (TPL) to support local cricket talent in Hyderabad and other parts of Telangana. HCA’s Apex Council made the plan in early February and has already started working on it.
HCA President Jaganmohan Rao said that each district will get ₹1 crore to buy land and build stadiums. The Uppal Stadium will also be improved, including a multi-level parking system. To develop cricket facilities in Telangana, HCA has asked for support from Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for TPL.
HCA wants to bring out new cricket talent from Hyderabad and Telangana. He mentioned that players like Mohammed Siraj and Tilak Varma have gained international recognition, but many Hyderabad players struggle to get a place in the IPL. That is why TPL is being planned.
HCA has hired new coaches, including former Indian bowler Venkatesh Prasad, to mentor 250 registered players. The association has also released tenders for the tournament, and 10 players have shown interest in the league.
The HCA President confirmed that the Telangana Premier League will take place right after the IPL, giving players across the state a chance to showcase their skills.
