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With almost every BCCI-affiliated state association hosting a T20 league of its own, the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) has also jumped on to the bandwagon. Come July 12, the PCA is all set to roll a T20 league of its own, featuring six men’s teams. Women cricketers will, however, have to wait for some more seasons to showcase their talent in the T20 format.The PCA wants to popularise the league, give a platform to budding cricketers, and also bring in spectators. Around 80% of the stadium will have free-seating for spectators. We will be inviting popular Punjabi singers during the games to bring in the entertainment factor. We will be coming up with more announcements about the league soon.” More than a dozen players from Punjab compete in BCCI’s cash-rich Indian Premier League (IPL).
“When Punjab players who play in IPL will be seen in action during the state T20 league, it will boost other players’ morale,” added Khanna.
“When Punjab players who play in IPL will be seen in action during the state T20 league, it will boost other players’ morale,” added Khanna.
PCA to roll out its own T20 league next month
The PCA, bolstered by young office-bearers and their chief advisor and former Test cricketer Harbhajan Singh, are aiming to make the league a success and bring spectators to the IS Bindra PCA stadium in Mohali which will be hosting all the games as double-headers. The
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