Chennai Singams, co-owned by business stalwarts Rajdipkumar Gupta, Sandipkumar Gupta, and actor Suriya Sivakumar, today announced a proficient left-handed batsman, Sumeet Dhekale, as the team captain to lead the Chennai Singams pride. Dhekale was acquired by the team for a whopping ₹19 Lakhs making him the most expensive player in the Singams Squad.
Feel the gully cricket vibe with the beats of our anthem! 🎶 Unleashing the spirit of Chennai Singams@Suriya_offl@RouteSms@SandipG38377073@ispl_t10#Roar2Rule #ChennaiSingams #ISPL #SuriyaSivakumar #TervaiAlunkal #PrideOfTheSouth pic.twitter.com/pY2j4Hei2K
— Chennai Singams (@CSingams) March 3, 2024
Hailing from Mumbai, Sumeet Dhekale, also known as ‘Bahubali,’ has made a mark in the tennis cricket world. Originally from Nalasopara, Mumbai he successfully transitioned from conventional leather ball to tennis ball cricket, excelling in various sports after joining the NSP Team. Despite being a BA graduate, his primary focus has always been cricket. Dhekale gives the credit for his success to his father, Varadh Dhekale, a cricket enthusiast, who played a pivotal role in fostering the family’s passion for the sport.
This 35-year-old player has two decades of experience in the field and will be leading the team along with Sanjay Kanojjiya, as the Vice – Captain. Chennai Singams secured 16 players for a total of ₹96.4 Lakhs from various regions across the country in the ISPL auction. The formidable lineup of players other than the captain and vice-captain include Dilip Binjwa, Sagar Ali, Farhat Ahmed, Farman Khan, R Thavith Kumar, Venkatachalpathi Vignesh, Aniket Sanap, Bablu Patil, Harish Parmar, Ketan Mhatre, Rajdeep Jadeja, Vedant Mayekar, Vishwanath Jadhav, and Pankaj Patel.
Talking about the acquisition, Rajdip Gupta, Co-owner, Chennai Singams said, “This is a moment of pride for the Chennai Singams family. With the increasing interest in professional tennis tournaments and the significant participation in tennis cricket, the decision to appoint Sumeet as the leader is a testament to our belief that he will elevate the team to new heights through his intelligence and experience in the game.”
Sumeet Dhekale, Captain, Chennai Singams said, “Leading the Chennai Singams team as the captain is a tremendous honour. Leagues like the Indian Street Premier League provide excellent exposure and aid in the growth of individuals, allowing them to showcase their skills. As per our practice sessions and the stellar performances of our players, I am 100% sure we’re here to win and become the first-ever ISPL champions.”
The ISPL is set to commence from March 6th to 15th, 2024, at Dadoji Kondadev Stadium, Thane.
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Chennai Singams, the Chennai-based Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) franchise, is co-owned by Rajdipkumar Gupta, Sandipkumar Gupta, and actor Suriya Sivakumar. The team has a roaring lion as their logo, which represents Chennai’s strength and valour, while the vibrant yellow colour enhances the city’s radiance. The owners are committed to sports promotion and talent development, as evidenced by their ownership of multiple clubs and support for women’s cricket. As the ISPL prepares for its thrilling T10 tennis ball cricket tournament from March 6th to 15th, 2024, Chennai Singams promises to captivate audiences with their spirited performances on Mumbai’s streets-turned-stadiums.
A sneak peek into our training session! 🏃 💪@RouteSms @SandipG38377073 @Suriya_offl @ispl_t10 #Roar2Rule #ChennaiSingams #ISPL #Street2Stadium #isplT10 #NewT10Era #EvoluT10n #ZindagiBadalLo #GullyCricket #SuriyaSivakumar#TervaiAlunkal #PrideOfTheSouth pic.twitter.com/m6iHYiIO5y
— Chennai Singams (@CSingams) March 4, 2024
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