Rohan Jaitley, President of the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA), complimented the growth of T20 leagues across the country,
emphasising that these competitions are vital platforms for discovering and nurturing new talent.
He believes that such activities strengthen India’s cricketing environment and contribute to the game’s general growth.
“State leagues do not compete with one another; rather, they nourish their respective ecosystems. Every state has its own talent pool and framework. More leagues just mean more opportunities for players, which benefits Indian cricket as a whole.”
Speaking about the second edition of the Delhi Premier League (DPL), the DDCA President stated that the league has expanded in size, organisation, and quality since its inaugural season. He underlined that the league has not only upped the bar in terms of on-field performance, but has also made tremendous progress in developing a stronger ecosystem for both men’s and women’s cricket in the city.
“As an administrator, you always want to raise the bar from the previous season—better organisation, better preparation, better execution. I’m happy to say this year the league is far more structured and professional. Teams are better prepared, team management is sharper, and the overall ecosystem has grown stronger. Records won’t be broken every season—you might not see six sixes in an over every year—but what matters is the consistency and scale of the competition.”
“There is no downside—players are fitter, more committed, and better prepared. They’ve been in game mode for weeks, with fitness camps and matches keeping them at their peak ahead of the domestic season,” he added.
There were two new teams added to the roaster in DPL in this season. The President lauded the new team owners for their professional approach, noting that they have integrated seamlessly into the league’s ecosystem and brought fresh energy to the tournament.
“The new team owners have integrated very well into the ecosystem. They’ve been professional in their approach and the existing teams have been supportive. It’s encouraging to see more players getting opportunities, which strengthens the league,” he further said.
Speaking about the DPL’s live broadcast, he said, “Having the league on Star Sports is a major differentiator. While many tournaments remain limited to digital platforms, television gives us unmatched reach and visibility, adding immense value for both players and fans.”
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