Munaf Patel to lead Chhattisgarh Warriors, Angelo Perera to captain Rajasthan Legends in IVPL
Indian Veteran Premier League (IVPL) is all set to kick off from Friday at Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The tournament will see Munaf Patel leading Chhattisgarh Warriors and former Sri Lanka cricketer Angelo Perera captaining Rajasthan Legends.
Former Indian pacer S Sreesanth will join forces with Perera to bolster the pace attack of the Rajasthan Legends, alongside fast bowler Parvinder Awana. Meanwhile, Munaf is eager to return to the cricket field and compete with veteran players in the IVPL which will be played from February 23 to March 3.
“I’m feeling great to be back on the field, leading Chhattisgarh Warriors in the Indian Veteran Premier League. Cricket has always been my passion, and I’m excited to play again. I’ll do my best to make this IVPL memorable,” said Munaf in an official statement.
The IVPL, organized by the Board for Veteran Cricket in India (BVCI) and managed by 100 Sports, is bringing together veterans such as Sehwag, Munaf Patel, Suresh Raina, Rajat Bhatia, Chris Gayle, Praveen Kumar, Gibbs, and many more.
The six participating teams include VVIP Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan Legends, Red Carpet Delhi, Chhattisgarh Warriors, Telangana Tigers, and Mumbai Champions. Each team is a powerhouse of talent, as cricketing veterans and regional stars come together to relive their passion for the game.
The first match of IVPL will see a thrilling clash between Sehwag’s Mumbai Champions and Chris Gayle’s Telangana Tigers here at Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex. The IVPL Final will be played on March 3 with double headers on all days except Day 1.
Each team will engage in five matches during the league stage before progressing to the semifinals, slated for March 2, where the top four teams will compete for coveted spots in the final showdown.
The IVPL is a platform for veteran cricketers to showcase their talent and passion for the game, and fans can expect some exhilarating cricket action as the tournament unfolds.
