Falcon Risers Hyderabad captain confident of ‘reaching final’; KVN Bangalore Strikers skipper aims to bounce back

Hyderabad team got off to a flying start, while Bangalore team yet to register their first win

Khel Today Bureau 

Mumbai: The ongoing edition of the Indian Street Premier League is already garnering attention from cricket lovers with its innovative rules and fiercely contested matches.

The Falcon Risers Hyderabad got off to a flying start in the league after beating KVN Bangalore Strikers by seven wickets in their first match, while on the other hand, KVN Bangalore Strikers have suffered two consecutive loss in their first two matches.

Speaking after their first match, Falcon Risers Hyderabad Captain Krishna Satpute said, “Starting the league on a winning note is always a confidence booster. It lifts the spirit of the players to perform even better in remaining matches. ISPL is a great platform where all these players are getting an opportunity to showcase their skills on a national level. I just told my players to play their natural style of playing and they did exactly that.”

“I never thought that tennis ball cricket will get such a phenomenal response but I am sure that this format of cricket will inspire the next generation and we will see more players participating in the next season. Our bowling attack is lethal and I fully believe in my team and that we will reach the final,” he added.

Meanwhile, Ankur Singh, Captain of KVN Bangalore Strikers after his team suffered the second loss said, “It’s part of then game where one team has to win and one team loses but I am sure we will bounce back and give our fans something to cheer about.”

Ankur also spoke about the growth of street cricket in India. He expressed, “I am really grateful for Indian Street Premier Legue to give a platform to so many of us to show our skills and cricket capabilities to the world. Tennis cricket is getting its recognition and it is about time. I am sure that from here on, it will only grow and motivate more youngsters to join in this format of the game and take it to even greater heights,” he signed off.

The Falcon Risers Hyderabad will now face Majhi Mumbai on Saturday at 5:00pm IST, while KVN Bangalore Strikers will lock horns against Srinagar Ke Veer at 7:30pm IST.

The Indian Street Premier League 2024 T10 tournament will be telecast live on Sony Sports Ten 2 TV channel in India. All 18 matches of Indian Street Premier League 2024 will be streamed live on SonyLIV app and website.

About ISPL-T10:
The Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) T10 stands as the paramount platform for countless hidden talents to step into the limelight, presenting a golden opportunity for them to showcase their skills in front of a larger audience and transform their cricketing dreams into reality. The Indian Street Premier League T10 isn’t just a platform for players; it’s a catalyst for nurturing talented cricketers who may one day be picked by professional squads on the global stage.