Draft:Kashmir Super League
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| Organising body | Fucan Sports Pvt Ltd |
|---|---|
| Country | India |
| Number of clubs | 6 |
| Current champions | TBD |
| Website | kashmirsuperleague.org |
Kashmir Super League (KSL), also known as Khyber Cement Kashmir Super League, is a professional football league held in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India. It was launched in 2025 to promote and provide a professional platform for players in the region.[1][2]
History
[edit]The league was officially launched on 8 July 2025 by Sports Minister Satish Sharma along with other dignitaries. The trophy and team jerseys were unveiled at the ceremony.[3][4]
Format
[edit]The league features six teams competing in a round-robin format followed by playoffs. All matches are held at the TRC Synthetic Turf Ground in Srinagar.[5]
Teams
[edit]- Greenend Heroes FC
- Athwas India XI
- New JK United FC
- Arco United FC
- Aqua Kashmir Avengers FC
- United Elegant FC[6][7]
Notable Matches
[edit]Opening Match (11 July 2025)
[edit]Greenend Heroes FC defeated Athwas India XI 2–1. Hyder Yousuf scored both goals for Greenend and was awarded Man of the Match and Game Changer. Umaid Hussain of Athwas earned the Golden Save award.[8]
Match 3 (12 July 2025)
[edit]New JK United FC and Arco United FC played a goalless draw. New JK United's goalkeeper Nirdosh was named Man of the Match and won the Golden Save award, while Uneeb from Arco United received the Game Changer award.[9]
Sponsorship
[edit]The league is primarily sponsored by Khyber Cement and powered by Athwas Hyundai. It is managed by Fucan Sports Pvt Ltd.[10]
Reception
[edit]The launch event and the league’s objective of engaging youth through sports were widely appreciated. Coverage by The Tribune and Rising Kashmir praised its efforts to provide a constructive outlet for young players.[11]
See Also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "J&K Hosts First-Ever Franchise Football League, Athletes Bag Lakhs In Auction". News18. Retrieved 14 July 2025.
- ^ Sofi, Jahangir (27 June 2025). "Khyber Cement Kashmir Super League: Kashmir hosts historic player auction for first-ever franchise-based football league". Greater Kashmir. Retrieved 14 July 2025.
- ^ "Satish Sharma launches Kashmir Super League 2025". Rising Kashmir. Retrieved 13 July 2025.
- ^ SERVICE, GK NEWS (8 July 2025). "Kashmir Super League 2025 launched with fanfare". Greater Kashmir. Retrieved 14 July 2025.
- ^ Excelsior, Daily (5 June 2025). "Six teams to participate in Kashmir Super League 2025". Daily Excelsior. Retrieved 14 July 2025.
- ^ "Kashmir Super League Kicks Off At TRC With Thrilling Game". Kashmir Observer. Retrieved 13 July 2025.
- ^ Network, KL News (8 July 2025). "Kashmir Super League 2025 Launched, Six Teams to Compete". Kashmir Life. Retrieved 14 July 2025.
- ^ "Khyber Cement Kashmir Super League 2025 Kicks Off With Thrilling Clash". Kashmir Life. Retrieved 13 July 2025.
- ^ "Kashmir Super League Match 3 Ends In Goalless Draw". Rising Kashmir. Retrieved 13 July 2025.
- ^ "Kashmir Super League 2025 announced". Kashmir Reader. Retrieved 14 July 2025.
- ^ "Trophy, jerseys of Kashmir Super League launched". The Tribune. Retrieved 13 July 2025.
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