Media Release
New Delhi, Jan 17: In today’s fast-moving world, young people are deeply involved in sports, technology, and modern lifestyles. While this change brings energy and innovation, it has also created a growing distance between many youths and their cultural roots and values. Understanding this concern, a meaningful initiative called the Bharat Sanatan Premier League (SPL) is being launched to reconnect young minds with culture, discipline, and social responsibility through cricket.
This initiative goes beyond just a cricket tournament. Its aim is to strengthen youth physically, mentally, and spiritually. The organizers believe that sports are one of the most powerful ways to deliver positive messages to the younger generation.
Three-day national-level tournament in Indore
The Bharat Sanatan Premier League (SPL) will be held in Indore from March 13 to 15, 2026. SANATAN CRICKET CLUB LLP is organizing this three-day national cricket tournament. According to the organizers, SPL is being conducted as a National Pride Cricket Tournament.
The event will take place under the spiritual guidance of Devkinandan Thakur Ji Maharaj, who is the patron of this league. The presence of saints and spiritual leaders is expected to inspire players to adopt self-control, discipline, and strong life values.
Eight teams from across India to participate
A total of eight teams from different states of India will take part in SPL. Each team is named after great warriors and national heroes so that players can draw inspiration from their courage, sacrifice, and patriotism.
The teams participating in SPL 2026 are:
Chhatrapati Shivaji Warriors - Maharashtra
Subhash Chandra Bose Freedom XI - West Bengal
Sardar Bhagat Singh Brigade - Punjab
Rani Lakshmibai Strikers - Uttar Pradesh
Ahilya Mata Guardians - Madhya Pradesh
Samrat Ashok Lions - Delhi
Chandrashekhar Azad Sena - Uttarakhand
Maharana Pratap Ranbankure - Rajasthan
SPL match format and tournament structure
The Bharat Sanatan Premier League will be played in the T10 format, with a total of 15 matches, including group-stage matches, semi-finals, and the final. All matches will be held in a day-night format, offering an exciting experience for both players and spectators.
Before the final match, a special friendly match will also be organized, symbolizing unity, harmony, and true sportsmanship.
Player trials begin from February 2 in eight cities
Player trials for SPL 2026 will start from February 2, 2026, and will be conducted across eight cities. Talented players will be selected during these trials to represent different teams.
Trial locations include Navi Mumbai, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Indore, Noida, Dehradun, and Jaipur.
Attractive prize money for winners and players
The winning team of the SPL will receive a prize money of 31 lac rupees, while the runner-up team will be awarded 15 lac rupees.
Additionally, the man of the series will be honored with a car, and every man of the match will receive a cash prize of 21,000 rupees.
Purpose behind the Bharat Sanatan Premier League
The main objective of SPL is to strengthen discipline, teamwork, and positive thinking among youth. Through cricket, young players will learn that success in life must go hand in hand with values and ethics.
The league also aims to keep youth away from harmful habits such as drugs, gambling, and betting by guiding them towards sports and a healthy lifestyle.
Tournament funds to be used for social welfare
All funds received from organizers and sponsors will be used entirely for social services. This money will support people affected by floods, earthquakes, and other natural disasters.
The funds will also help financially weak families, acid attack survivors, underprivileged children’s education, and families facing serious illnesses.
Supporting Fit India and Khelo India initiatives
The SPL will actively promote national campaigns like Fit India and Khelo India, encouraging fitness, teamwork, and sports culture among youth.
According to the organizers, the Bharat Sanatan Premier League is not just a cricket tournament but a movement aimed at creating positive change.
Organizing team and leadership
Bharat Sanatan Premier League 2026 is being organized under SANATAN CRICKET CLUB LLP, founded by Vijay Sharma, with Dev Joshi and Anand Mishra as co-founders. The chief patron of the event is Pandit Devkinandan Thakur Ji Maharaj.