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T20 Mumbai League Adds Ninth Franchise, Aspects Sports Wins Navi Mumbai Team Rights For ₹106.88 Crore

Mumbai, September 23, 2026: The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) today announced Aspects Sports as the successful bidder for the ninth franchise of the T20 Mumbai League, which will represent the Navi Mumbai region. The franchise operating rights have been awarded for Rs 106.88 crore over a six-year period, with Rs 12.21 crore for its first season, marking a significant step in the league’s…

T20 Mumbai League Adds Ninth Franchise, Aspects Sports Wins Navi Mumbai Team Rights For ₹106.88 Crore

On September 23, 2026, the Mumbai Cricket Association announced that Aspects Sports has secured the ninth franchise for the T20 Mumbai League, representing the Navi Mumbai region. The franchise's operating rights were awarded for Rs 106.88 crore over six years, with Rs 12.21 crore for its inaugural season. MCA President Ajinkya Naik stated that expanding the league to Navi Mumbai is a significant milestone in their aim to bring cricket closer to every corner of the Mumbai cricketing ecosystem.

This new franchise will not only broaden the league's reach but also provide greater opportunities for young cricketers to showcase their talents. T20 Mumbai League Chairman Rajdip Gupta highlighted that expanding the franchise base will create a stronger and more sustainable ecosystem for the league, ultimately benefiting players and stakeholders alike.

Aspects Sports' Executive Chairperson, Aksha Kamboj, expressed her enthusiasm about joining the league and contributing to the growth of Indian cricket. The current season of the T20 Mumbai League featured top Indian cricket talents such as Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, and Ajinkya Rahane, further enhancing the tournament's prestige.

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