10PL is a tennis ball cricket tournament that was established in 2016. Promoted with the theme Gully se Stadium Tak, it features a 10-over format and was initially staged in the United Arab Emirates with later editions held in India. The tournament provides a competitive platform for players from street and local cricket backgrounds to participate in matches held at professional stadiums.
History The first three editions of the tournament took place at Sharjah International Stadium in the UAE. The fourth edition was held at Lalbhai Contractor Stadium in Surat, India.
The tournament's format and organization were designed to provide street players with exposure to a structured and professionally managed sporting environment.
Tournament Editions YearVenueWinnerRunner-upNotes2016Sharjah International StadiumPacific VenturePetromannPacific Venture won the inaugural tournament.2018Sharjah International StadiumBisya LionsAllianceWon with a last-ball six.2020Sharjah International StadiumFriends KuwaitGlobellink West Star ShippingClose contest in the final.2023Lalbhai Contractor Stadium, SuratSJA ShippingLevel UpSJA Shipping won the final.
Format and Features The 10PL tournament is played in a 10-over per side format using tennis balls, commonly used in street and amateur cricket in South Asia. The event incorporates features such as live commentary, third umpire technology, team dugouts, and standardized team kits to mirror the infrastructure of mainstream cricket competitions.
Notable Matches One of the tournament's most viewed matches was an India vs Pakistan exhibition fixture, which received significant online engagement. The match was made available via streaming platforms and attracted several million views.
Brand Ambassadors and Mentors Past editions of the tournament have included appearances from former international cricketers in ambassadorial or mentoring roles:
Virender Sehwag (Season 1) Wasim Akram (Season 2) Dwayne Bravo (Seasons 3 and 4) Robin Uthappa served as a mentor for one of the participating teams during Season 2.
Future Plans As of 2025, preparations are underway for the fifth edition of the tournament, with the next season scheduled to return to India.
See also Tennis ball cricket
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