Uttarakhand Premier League (UPL) is poised to marled a significant milestone in regional cricket. The tournament will feature a dynamic blend of competitive action and regional pride, with eight teams vying for supremacy. The UPL 2024 will include five teams in the men’s competition and three in the women’s division, promising an exciting array of matches.

Uttarakhand Women’s Premier League: A new frontier in Indian Cricket

The women’s segment of the UPL is set to run from September 18 to September 21. This edition of the women’s league will showcase a total of three teams: Nanital SG Pipers, Pithoragarh Hurricanes and Mussoorie Thunders. The format includes three league games followed by a final, adding a structured yet thrilling dimension to the competition. Uttarakhand joins Bengal, Delhi and Jharkhand as the fourth state to launch a franchise league for women, underscoring the growing emphasis on women’s cricket in India.

Icon players announced for inaugural UPL Women’s edition

In preparation for the league, each team has selected its icon player through a draft process held on September 1, 2024, in Dehradun. The Nanital SG Pipers have chosen Ekta Bisht, a renowned figure in Indian women’s cricket. Pithoragarh Hurricanes have picked Neelam Bisht, and Mussoorie Thunders have appointed Mansi Joshi as their respective icon players. These selections highlight the commitment to bringing notable talent to the UPL and enhancing the league’s appeal.

Organizational excellence: SSPARK Sports and CAU Partnership

The League is organized by SSPARK Sports and Entertainment, a leading entity in sports event management. The company has collaborated with the Cricket Association of Uttarakhand (CAU) to ensure the league’s seamless execution. This partnership is set to leverage SSPARK Sports’ expertise and CAU’s local knowledge, promising a well-managed and successful tournament. All matches for the inaugural UPL will be held at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Dehradun.

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Women’s UPL 2024: Full squads:

Nanital SG Pipers: Ekta Bisht (c), Kanchan Parihar, Megha Saini, Sweta Verma, Amisha Bahukhandi, Gunjan Bhandari, Radha Chand, Kanak Tapraniya, Vaishali Tulera, Dipika Chand, Pramila Rawat, Tanya Kanaujiya, Manisha Kunwar, KM Aarti, and Priya.
Pithoragarh Hurricanes: Neelam Bisht (c), Raghavi Bisht, Neelam Bharadwaj, Safina, Jyoti Giri, Anjali Kathait, Preeti Bhandari, Muskan Kumari, Karuna Shety, Ankita Shah, Bhoomi Umar, Yashika Baunthiyal, Ananya  , Nandina Kaushik, and Ritika Chauhan.
Mussoorie Thunders: Mansi Joshi (c), Sarika Koli, Prema Rawat, Anjali Goswami, Nandini Kashyap, Reena Jindal, Divya Bohra, Shagun Chaudhary, Sakshi Joshi, Gaytri Arya, Nandini Sharma, Rudra Sharma, Neha Mehta, Garima Bisht, and Sona Badola.

Uttarakhand Women’s Premier League 2024: Complete Schedule

1. September 18 (Wednesday)

Time (IST): 11:30 AM
Time (GMT): 06:00 AM
Match: Pithoragarh Hurricanes vs Nainital SG Pipers
Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Dehradun

2. September 19 (Thursday)

Time (IST): 11:30 AM
Time (GMT): 06:00 AM
Match: Nainital SG Pipers vs Mussoorie Thunders
Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Dehradun

3. September 20 (Friday)

Time (IST): 11:30 AM
Time (GMT): 06:00 AM
Match: Mussoorie Thunders vs Pithoragarh Hurricanes
Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Dehradun

4. September 21 (Saturday)

Time (IST): 7:30 PM
Time (GMT): 02:00 PM
Match: Final
Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Dehradun

Broadcast and Live Streaming details:

India: Sony Sports Ten 2, Fancode

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