ISPL Season 2 will transform Mumbai's Dadoji Kondadev Stadium into a cricket and music festival from January 26 to February 15, 2025. The event features tennis-ball cricket, star-studded team ownership, and musical performances by top Indian artists like Sonu Nigam, Mika Singh, and B Praak. Tickets start at ₹199, with broadcasts on Star Sports 1 and Disney+ Hotstar.
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