Latest news with #ServotechSports
India Gazette
2 days ago
- Sport
- India Gazette
Errol Musk backs Dream League of India, plays friendly tennis ball cricket match
New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): In a moment that brought together the worlds of innovation and grassroots sports, Errol Musk, father of tech visionary Elon Musk, played a friendly game of tennis ball cricket during his visit to India. Beyond the fun-filled, friendly game, Musk offered his strong support to the Dream League of India (DLI), a unique Tennis Cricket Ball League. Servotech Sports, in May 2025, launched the Dream League of India, a one-of-a-kind Tennis Cricket Ball League. Players featuring in the Dream League of India will get the chance to represent India in the Tennis Cricket Ball World Cup and the Asia Cup. During his visit to India, Musk not only displayed his sporting side on the field but also expressed deep appreciation for the Dream League of India's mission to nurture grassroots talent across the country, as per a press release from DLI and Servotech Sports. Speaking about Errol Musk, Dream League of India, Rishabh Bhatia, Director, Servotech Sports, said, 'We were thrilled to host Errol Musk. He not only participated in the game but also understood the spirit behind what we're trying to build. He said that this kind of grassroots initiative is exactly what is needed to democratize sports and talent across the world. His words were inspiring for our entire team.' Speaking about the same, Chetanya Nanda, Chief Strategist, Dream League of India, said, 'Having someone like Mr. Errol Musk join hands with Servotech Sports and endorse the Dream League of India adds global attention to our efforts. With Servotech aligning itself with this visionary league, we are witnessing the confluence of tech innovation and grassroots sports.' Servotech Sports aims to nurture the finest grassroots talent, with top performers earning the chance to represent tennis cricket ball team India internationally in tennis cricket. The Dream League of India will be for both juniors (13-18) and seniors (18+), with six franchises participating across both categories. Scouts will keep a close eye during the Dream League of India as the tournament will be played across the country and will form a basis for the selection of players to represent India in the Tennis Cricket Ball World Cup and Asia Cup. The Dream League of India will be for both juniors (13-18) and seniors (18+), with six franchises participating across both categories. To play in the Dream League of India, player can register themselves on the league's official website or Starzpit App for the nationwide open fair trials, conducted across multiple districts and centres under the supervision of over 1,500 certified coaches. The core objective of the Dream League of India is to identify and nurture high-potential grassroots talent within the tennis cricket community. Top-performing players will gain exposure to national and potentially international opportunities through affiliations with the International Tennis Cricket Federation (ITCF). (ANI)
India Gazette
27-05-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
'Good initiative': Wriddhiman Saha endorses Tennis Cricket Ball World Cup and Asia Cup
New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Former Indian wicket-keeper batter Wriddhiman Saha, who has joined Servotech Sports team as a mentor, feels upcoming Tennis Cricket Ball World Cup and Asia Cup, to be staged in India for the first time, will elevate the level of competition and drive players to aim higher. Earlier this month, Saha was appointed as the mentor of the Servotech Siliguri Strikers ahead of Season 2 of the Bengal Pro T20 League and Servotech Sports. Servotech Sports in May 2025 launched the Dream League of India, a one of its kind Tennis Cricket Ball League. In line with the Dream League of India, a Tennis Cricket Ball World Cup and Asia Cup will be staged in India, marking the first global and continental tournaments played exclusively with tennis balls. Speaking about the venture, Saha shared his exciement and acknowledged that every budding cricketer, including himself, began their journey with a tennis ball in hand. 'With Servotech Sports this is my first assignment as far as coaching or mentorship is concerned. A player who starts playing cricket in childhood plays with a tennis ball only. The advantage with Tennis Cricket Ball League is that it can be played by anyone.' 'So if a player wants to play the League of tennis ball and he is getting such a big platform to showcase his skills it is great thing. So it is a good platform for the players,' he added. The former wicket-keeper feels players playing Tennis ball cricket will finally get their due. 'Tennis Cricket Ball World Cup and Asia Cup will make it more competitive. This will also provide motivation to the players and it is a good initiative to be honest,' he said. Players featuring in the Dream League of India will get the chance to represent India in the Tennis Cricket Ball World Cup and Asia Cup. 'Scouts will keep a close eye during the Dream League of India as the tournament will be played across the country and will form a basis for the selection of players to represent India in the Tennis Cricket Ball World Cup and Asia Cup,' said Chetanya Nanda, Strategist, Dream League of India. The Dream League of India will be for both juniors (13-18) and seniors (18+), with six franchises participating across both categories. To play in the Dream League of India, player can register themselves on the league's official website or Starzpit App for the nationwide open fair trials, conducted across multiple districts and centres under the supervision of over 1,500 certified coaches. The core objective of the Dream League of India is to identify and nurture high-potential grassroots talent within the tennis cricket community. Top-performing players will gain exposure to national and potentially international opportunities through affiliations with the International Tennis Cricket Federation (ITCF). For Dream League of India, 860 junior and 860 senior players will be shortlisted for the auction, where six franchises per category will select their squads. Players shortlisted from the fair trials will enter the Dream League of India auction. Top performers stand a chance to be scouted by International Tennis Cricket Federation (ITCF) selectors to represent team India in tennis cricket at the big stage Moreover, unsold players in the Dream League India (DLI) auction will compete in the country's biggest Inter-Zonal Tournament (best performers will get platinum card to qualify for season 2 of DLI), with zonal champions advancing to an All-Zonal Championship. The winning team will face the Season 1 Franchise Champion in the Season 2 opener--ensuring every player gets a pathway to recognition and national glory. Bollywood actor Sonu Sood has been appointed as the League Commissioner for the Dream League of India. Joining the league as a one of the 6 celebrity faces is acclaimed music icon Salim Merchant. (ANI)
India Gazette
23-05-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Wriddhiman Saha joins Siliguri Strikers as mentor for Bengal Pro T20 season 2
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 23 (ANI): Former India and Bengal wicket-keeper batsman Wriddhiman Saha has been appointed mentor of the Siliguri Strikers ahead of Season 2 of the Bengal Pro T20 League, scheduled for June 2025. A stalwart behind the stumps in 40 Tests, 9 ODIs, and 255 T20s, Saha will guide both the men's and women's squads and advise Servotech Sports on talent development. His expertise will be important as the Siliguri Strikers look to go one step ahead in the second season. Speaking about joining Siliguri Strikers, Saha said, as quoted by the Siliguri Strikers press release, 'I'm delighted to join the Siliguri Strikers as a mentor. I look forward to sharing my experience with the talented players and helping them perform at their best on the big stage.' Servotech Sports Director, Rishabh Bhatia said, 'His technical knowledge and leadership will be invaluable to our franchise. His dedication on the field perfectly aligns with our vision for Season 2, and we're thrilled to welcome him to the Strikers family.' Earlier this month, Siliguri Strikers picked a strong women's squad during the women's players draft. Indian cricketer Priyanka Bala, who has played for Mumbai Indians in the Women's Premier League (WPL), has been retained by Siliguri Strikers as the women's team's Marquee player. A total of 128 women players were drafted from a pool of 188 cricketers in the second edition of the Bengal Pro T20 League, and Siliguri Strikers have picked a strong squad. Carrying the pride and cricketing spirit of North Bengal, the Siliguri Strikers will represent the districts of Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Cooch Behar, Alipurduar, and Kalimpong. With a strong foundation built in Season 1, the franchise now aims to elevate its performance and go one step further this year. Full Squad: Priyanka Bala (Marquee Player), Sneha Gupta, Tithi Das, Jhumpa Roy, Ratna Burman, Ananya Halder, Mouli Mondal, Anindita Nath, Swastika Kundu, Puja Adhikari, Sumana Mondal, Supritha Sarkar, Snigdha Bag, Nafisa Yasmin, Ritu Gayen, Soumi Roy. (ANI)
Hindustan Times
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Wriddhiman Saha joins Siliguri Strikers as mentor for Bengal Pro T20 season 2
Kolkata [India], : Former India and Bengal wicket-keeper batsman Wriddhiman Saha has been appointed mentor of the Siliguri Strikers ahead of Season 2 of the Bengal Pro T20 League, scheduled for June 2025. A stalwart behind the stumps in 40 Tests, 9 ODIs, and 255 T20s, Saha will guide both the men's and women's squads and advise Servotech Sports on talent development. His expertise will be important as the Siliguri Strikers look to go one step ahead in the second season. Speaking about joining Siliguri Strikers, Saha said, as quoted by the Siliguri Strikers press release, "I'm delighted to join the Siliguri Strikers as a mentor. I look forward to sharing my experience with the talented players and helping them perform at their best on the big stage." Servotech Sports Director, Rishabh Bhatia said, "His technical knowledge and leadership will be invaluable to our franchise. His dedication on the field perfectly aligns with our vision for Season 2, and we're thrilled to welcome him to the Strikers family." Earlier this month, Siliguri Strikers picked a strong women's squad during the women's players draft. Indian cricketer Priyanka Bala, who has played for Mumbai Indians in the Women's Premier League , has been retained by Siliguri Strikers as the women's team's Marquee player. A total of 128 women players were drafted from a pool of 188 cricketers in the second edition of the Bengal Pro T20 League, and Siliguri Strikers have picked a strong squad. Carrying the pride and cricketing spirit of North Bengal, the Siliguri Strikers will represent the districts of Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Cooch Behar, Alipurduar, and Kalimpong. With a strong foundation built in Season 1, the franchise now aims to elevate its performance and go one step further this year. Full Squad: Priyanka Bala , Sneha Gupta, Tithi Das, Jhumpa Roy, Ratna Burman, Ananya Halder, Mouli Mondal, Anindita Nath, Swastika Kundu, Puja Adhikari, Sumana Mondal, Supritha Sarkar, Snigdha Bag, Nafisa Yasmin, Ritu Gayen, Soumi Roy.
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dream League of India launched to promote tennis cricket in the country
Servotech Sports on Thursday launched the Dream League of India, a one-of-a-kind Tennis-ball Cricket League in a grand ceremony here on Thursday. The Dream League of India will be for both juniors (13–18) and seniors (18+), with six franchises participating across both categories. Bollywood actor Sonu Sood has been appointed as the League Commissioner for the Dream League of India. Joining the league as one of the six celebrity faces are acclaimed music director and singer Salim Merchant, the organisers informed in a release on Thursday. Servotech Sports aims to nurture the finest grassroots talent , with top performers earning the chance to represent India's tennis ball team internationally in tennis cricket. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! To play in the Dream League of India, players can register themselves on the league's official website or Starzpit App for the nationwide open fair trials, conducted across multiple districts and centres under the supervision of over 1,500 certified coaches. From these fair trials, 860 junior and 860 senior players will be shortlisted for the DLI auction, where six franchises per category will select their squads. Players shortlisted from the fair trials will enter the Dream League of India auction. Top performers stand a chance to be scouted by the International Tennis Cricket Federation (ITCF) and Tennis Cricket Association of India (TCAI) selectors to represent Team India in tennis cricket. Moreover, unsold players will compete in the country's biggest Inter-Zonal Tournament, with zonal champions advancing to an All-Zonal Championship. The winning team will face the Season 1 Franchise Champion in the Season 2 opener, ensuring every player gets a pathway to recognition and national glory. Speaking on the launch of DLI, Rishabh Bhatia, Director, Servotech Sports, said, "At Servotech Sports, we are committed to transforming dreams into reality. The Dream League of India reflects our belief in grassroots empowerment and our passion for seeing India dominate new frontiers in sports. Every young player from every gully now has a real chance to wear the Tennis cricket ball India jersey," Speaking on the occasion, actor Sonu Sood, League Commissioner, DLI said, "Dreams are meant to be chased — and realised. The Dream League of India is not just about a game, it's about giving wings to thousands of young athletes across India. I am proud to be part of a movement that will inspire, uplift, and transform the sporting landscape."
