Abhishek Dalhor, Jagannath Sarkar Headline Retained Player List Ahead of ISPL Season 3 Auction

Kokila Chokkanathan
Mumbai, december 7, 2025: The indian Street Premier League (ISPL), India’s trailblazing tennis-ball T10 cricket tournament, has released its official list of retained players ahead of the Season 3 Player Auction, slated to take place on Tuesday in Mumbai. Among the most notable names in the retention roster are last season’s standout performers Abhishek Dalhor and Jagannath Sarkar, both of whom played pivotal roles for their respective franchises.

Top Retentions Reflect Players’ Rising Value

  • Abhishek Dalhor, the explosive all-rounder from Majhi Mumbai, has been retained for an impressive ₹26.65 lakh. Dalhor was one of the driving forces behind Mumbai’s strong run last season, known for his dynamic hitting ability and consistent wicket-taking spells. His retention underscores the franchise’s commitment to building continuity and retaining match-winners.
  • Jagannath Sarkar, representing Chennai Singams, has been retained for ₹20.02 lakh. Sarkar emerged as one of the most reliable performers in Season 2, earning praise for his composed batting under pressure and his sharp fielding skills. chennai, which has been focused on strengthening its core squad, made the decision early to secure Sarkar for another season.
Franchises Gear Up for a Competitive Auction

The retained player announcement comes just days before the Season 3 ISPL Auction, where teams will battle it out for top talent to finalize their squads. With several impactful players released into the auction pool, franchises are expected to engage in aggressive bidding strategies, especially for emerging power-hitters and street-cricket specialists who have captured fan attention.

The ISPL—which brings the flavour of street cricket to a professional, televised platform—has grown rapidly in popularity since its debut. The league’s unique T10 tennis-ball format has attracted a massive youth following, as well as endorsements from bollywood personalities and former cricketing icons.

A High-Stakes Season Ahead

Organizers revealed that Season 3 aims to be the biggest edition yet, featuring enhanced production, new fan-engagement initiatives, and expanded grassroots scouting programs. Retained players like Dalhor and Sarkar are expected to play crucial roles as franchises look to build formidable teams capable of challenging for the trophy.

With the player auction just around the corner, excitement is building among fans and franchises alike. As teams finalize their strategies, the spotlight remains firmly on the new mix of retained stalwarts and rising talents who will define ISPL Season 3.

 

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