Zalawad strikers

Saurashtra Pro T20 League: The Saurashtra Cricket Association (SCA) has officially announced the launch of the Saurashtra Pro T20 League (SPTL), a franchise-based T20 tournament designed to showcase the region's top cricketing talent. The inaugural edition of the tournament will take place from June 7 to June 20 at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot.

The announcement was made during a press conference held at the stadium on Monday where SCA president Jaydev Shah unveiled the details in the presence of other office bearers including Himanshu Shah (secretary), Shyam Raichura (treasurer), Karan Shah (joint secretary), and Jayveer Shah (chairman, SPTL).

The tournament will feature five franchises: Anmol Kings Halar, Aryan Sorath Lions, Dita Gohilwad Titans, Zalawad Strikers and JMD Kutch Riders. The players’ draft, involving around 125 players across three categories, will be held on May 27. All coaches and support staff will be selected from within the SCA, with the possibility of having national or international former players serve as mentors.