The much-awaited Artist Event Cricket League (AECL) Season 7 bowled off in style on Saturday, with a grand opening ceremony and trophy launch that blended cricket and showbiz in equal measure. The dazzling Season 7 trophy was unveiled , marking the official start of the tournament. The atmosphere was electric as ministers, dignitaries and cricketing personalities joined the celebrations, while the artist and event fraternity turned out in full strength.
Adding glamour to the evening were big names from entertainment and music - Shubhankar Mishra, Kaptaan Ladi, AJ Singh, Milind Gaba, Paras Chhabra, Shadab Faridi and Ashok Mastie - who brought the crowd to its feet with their presence and performances. “Season 7 is not just a cricket league - it is a festival of unity, talent, and inspiration,” said Ashish Mathur, Founder of AECL. “This year, we are taking the league to new heights with wider participation, bigger rewards, and a deeper social impact.”
There are many celebrities like Dhruv Rathee from Splitsvilla, Sumit Sethi the renowed DJ and so many more. The tournament, which celebrates the synergy of cricket and creativity, has lined up several highlights. Chief among them is a friendly match with Team Samarthanam, India’s world champion visually challenged cricket team, in a powerful tribute to inclusivity.
The winners of AECL Season 7 will bag a cash prize of `15 lakh, while the runner-up takes home ?2.5 lakh. Special awards such as Best Batsman, Best Bowler, Purple Cap and Best Catch will carry rewards ranging from motorcycles and scooters to bicycles and merchandise.With star power, sportsmanship and community spirit all rolled into one, Season 7 promises to be the grandest edition yet of AECL - where cricket meets creativity under the arc lights.