Kashmir, Dec 10: In a significant boost to grassroots cricket in Jammu and Kashmir, two young players Shahid Mir from Tangmarg and Majid Yousuf Sheikh from Qazigund have secured ₹3 lakh contracts each for the upcoming Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) Season 3.
Tangmarg’s Shahid Mir, known for his consistent performances in street cricket, has been signed by the Bengaluru Strikers. His selection has triggered celebrations in Wahigund Tangmarg and the wider Baramulla district. Shahid thanked Affarwat XI Sports Club, Baramulla, along with his family, coaches and supporters, saying the opportunity motivates him to work harder and bring honour to Jammu & Kashmir.
In south Kashmir, Majid Yousuf Sheikh, son of a tailor from Panzath village in Qazigund, was picked by the Ahmedabad Lions in the Under-19 category. Majid, who is currently training at a cricket academy in Delhi, said going unsold in last year’s ISPL only pushed him to improve further. Calling the selection a major milestone, he said his dream is to wear the Indian jersey one day.
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His father expressed immense joy over the achievement, while locals highlighted the lack of sports infrastructure in the area and urged the government to develop proper playgrounds and stadium facilities.
The ISPL, India’s first professional tennis-ball T10 cricket league, conducted trials across 101 cities for Season 3. The upcoming edition featuring eight franchises and expanded 18-member squads will be held in Surat from January 9 to February 6, 2026.
The achievements of Shahid and Majid are being hailed as a proud moment for Kashmir, inspiring young cricketers across the region to pursue sports with renewed determination.
