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Mumbai: The Aviation Premier League (APL), organized by the Airports Employees Sports Club, is set to launch its inaugural edition from March 7 to March 9, 2025, at Mumbai’s MCA Cricket Ground, Bandra Kurla Complex.
Approved by the Mumbai Cricket Association, the T10 tournament will feature professionals from the aviation industry competing in a structured cricket championship.
The tournament consists of two pools, each featuring four teams. A total of 15 matches will be played over three days, with teams competing in a round-robin format within their pools. The top teams from each group will advance to the knockout stage, culminating in the championship final on March 9.
The teams include Air India Aviators, AESC Warriors, DFS Daredevils, Kolkata Strikers, Ahmedabad Titans, Customs Challengers, MIAL Mavericks, and Target Thunderbolts.
APL’s structure is aimed at providing aviation professionals with an opportunity to participate in organized sports while also serving as a networking platform. According to an APL, the league is based on principles of teamwork, sportsmanship, and professional collaboration within the industry.
APL Promoter and Prithvi Group spokesperson Kunal Kothari stated, “The APL has been conceptualized not merely as a sporting event but as a professional development opportunity that transcends traditional networking formats. This tournament will deliver exceptional cricket while facilitating meaningful interactions among key stakeholders in our industry.”
APL Secretary Suhas Mate noted the strong participation from aviation organizations, while Working President Prashant Kakde emphasized that the
T10 format allows for a competitive structure that fits within the schedules of industry professionals.
The MCA Cricket Ground, which has hosted international and domestic tournaments, will serve as the venue for APL’s debut season. The league is set to bring together players from various sectors of the aviation industry, combining professional engagement with competitive cricket.
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