Cricket fans in India are in for a spectacular new chapter in sports entertainment as the LEGEN-Z T10 League officially announced its six squads for Season 1, bringing together some of the biggest names in international cricket and India’s untapped grassroots talent.
Featuring a star-studded cast of cricket legends including Herschelle Gibbs, Ross Taylor, Tillakaratne Dilshan, Yusuf Pathan, Irfan Pathan, and Aaron Finch, the league promises a high-octane mix of experience and raw talent—all under the inspirational slogan “Gali Se TV Tak”.
The Captains & Squads: A Mix of Icons and Rookies
The league’s six teams feature international captains paired with 74 Indian players, carefully selected from rigorous trials held across India’s local streets and towns. These players will now share the field—and the dressing room—with their cricketing idols.
MP Spartans
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Captain: Herschelle Gibbs
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Key Players: Makhaya Ntini, Lakshita Ranasinghe, Rashard Fuller, Akshay Rathod
Southern United
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Captain: Tillakaratne Dilshan
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Key Players: Martin Guptill, Parwinder Awana, Brown Williams, Nayeem Mohammed
Royal Challengers Delhi
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Captain: Ross Taylor
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Key Players: Keith Ingram, Praveen Kumar, Anureet Singh, Fazil Ali
Rajasthan Raiders
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Captain: Yusuf Pathan
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Key Players: Shaun Marsh, Eddie Lilele, Jerome Chinia, Ashish Goyal
Mumbai Stars
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Captain: Irfan Pathan
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Key Players: Asghar Afghan, Thandi Thasabala, Rishi Dhawan, Shaurya Chakre
Bengal Tigers
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Captain: Aaron Finch
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Key Players: Christopher Mpofu, Sudeep Tyagi, Kevin Rodrigues, Mohd Naaz
From Gully Cricket to Global Stardom
The heart of the LEGEN-Z T10 League lies in its “Gali Se TV Tak” mission—offering India’s hidden tennis-ball cricket stars a chance to perform on a national platform.
“To see players like Ross Taylor, Dilshan, and Yusuf Pathan playing alongside raw Indian talent is a dream come true for us,” said Venkatesh Prasad, Chairman of the league.
“This is more than a tournament—it’s a revolution in Indian cricket,” added Chiranjeev Dubey, Founder and CEO.
Voices from the Core Team
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Meenakshi Aggarwal, CMO:
“Watching gully boys share the field with legends proves that dreams can become reality with the right platform.” -
Surender Agarwal, COO:
“India’s streets are overflowing with talent. Our trials proved that many of these young players are ready for the spotlight.” -
Ravikant Bhatt, Chief of Cricket Advisory Committee:
“These 74 Indian players are the soul of Indian tennis-ball cricket. Their hunger, discipline, and drive inspired us all.”
Full List of Indian Players Available on Official Channels
The full player rosters with 16–17 players per team combine elite international veterans and breakthrough Indian talents, reflecting India’s emerging cricketing ecosystem that goes beyond the mainstream.
League Format & Broadcast
The LEGEN-Z T10 League will be played in a fast-paced, viewer-friendly T10 format, offering action-packed matches ideal for modern audiences.
