The Prathidhwani–Technopark Premier League (TPL), with Favourite Homes as the title sponsor, was inaugurated on 8 January 2025 at the Technopark Ground. Hon. Minister for Public Works and Tourism, Shri Mohammed Riyas, officiated the inauguration. The minister officially launched the event by batting against the bowling of former Indian cricketer Shri Jagadeesh.
Shri Riyas commended Prathidhwani for organising such recreational events, which provide a much-needed break for IT professionals amidst their hectic schedules.
Tournament Highlights:
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Participation of 165 teams
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Involvement of over 3,000 IT professionals
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Over 350 matches
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A 5-month-long tournament, making it the largest cricket event in the IT sector.
Dignitaries at the Inauguration:
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Former Indian Cricketer, Shri Jagadeesh V.A.
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Representatives from Favourite Homes, Mary Leena, Farheen, and Arjun
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Prathidhwani Secretary Shri Vineeth Chandran, President Shri Vishnu Rajendran, and State Convener Shri Rajeev Krishnan
Following the inauguration, the defending champions H&R faced Prathidhwani XI in the opening match, where the latter emerged as the winner. The event witnessed an enthusiastic crowd, with hundreds of IT employees gathering on the ground to cheer for their favourite teams.