MPMSC – ISPL Season 1
A Grand Success in Grassroots Cricket Development
The Madan Paliwal Miraj Sports Centre, Nathdwara (MPMSC) proudly concludes Season 1 of the Inter School Premier League (ISPL) for Under 17 Boys and Girls — an ambitious and transformative initiative that has set a new benchmark in grassroots cricket development across Rajasthan.
Held from May 13 to 17, this inaugural edition, presented by Sir Padampat Singhania University (SPSU), Udaipur, brought together 10 dynamic school teams from Udaipur, Nathdwara, Bhilwara, and Gangapur, competing fiercely on one of Rajasthan’s finest international-standard cricket grounds. A total of 18 high-intensity matches were played, including league rounds, semi-finals, and a thrilling finale that captured the essence of youthful passion and sportsmanship.
Participating Teams
Location | School Name | Team Name |
Nathdwara | Smart Study | SSIS Superstar |
Nathdwara | Shreejee Public Sr Sec School | Team SJPS |
Udaipur | Rockwood Sr Sec School | Team Rockwoods School |
Udaipur | Central Public School | CPS Udaipur |
Nathdwara | Sunrise Academy | Royal Sunrisers |
Udaipur | Neerja Modi School | Neerja Modi strikers |
Bhilwara | Sangam School of Excellence | Sangam Blasters |
Gangapur | Somila International School | Somila XI |
Udaipur | Seedling Modern Public School | Seedling group of school |
Udaipur | Delhi Public School | Team DPS |
The Road to Glory
- CPS Udaipur vs. Somila XI
- Sangam Blasters vs. DPS Udaipur
Following closely contested battles, CPS Udaipur and DPS Udaipur advanced to the grand finale. DPS Udaipur won the toss and chose to bowl first. Rising to the occasion, CPS Udaipur posted a competitive total of 84 runs, backed by steady batting and strong temperament. Their bowling unit, led by excellent field placement and discipline, bowled out DPS Udaipur on 62 runs, sealing the title and finishing the tournament undefeated with 5 consecutive wins—a truly remarkable achievement in this debut edition.
Award Winners
- Champion: CPS Udaipur
- Runner-Up: DPS Udaipur
Honourable Guests Who Inspired Our Future Stars
Chief Guest: Mr. Ajay Ratra – Former India Test and ODI wicketkeeper-batter, current BCCI National Selector of Indian Men’s Team, and former Assistant Coach of Delhi Capitals. Mr. Ratra’s inspiring speech and interaction with the students left an indelible impact.
Guest of Honour: Mr. Rohit Jhalani – Former Rajasthan Ranji player, record-holding wicketkeeper, and BCCI-certified coach, who continues to serve the game through mentoring and development programs.
SPSU Representatives: Lt Col Neeraj Kumar (Campus Director) and Prof. D.K. Gupta, representing Sir Padampat Singhania University, our Presenting Sponsor, who felicitated the players and encouraged their continued pursuit of excellence.
A special acknowledgment goes to Mr. Laxman Diwan, the Strategic Lead and Head of MPMSC Operations, whose vision, planning, and hands-on leadership were instrumental in the successful execution of ISPL Season 1. Mr. Diwan welcomed the Chief Guest and Guest of Honour and oversaw all core operations with exceptional professionalism. His relentless dedication and belief in the transformative power of sports made this milestone event not only possible but truly impactful.
A Vision in Motion
MPMSC remains firmly committed to building a sustainable and world-class pathway for aspiring cricketers. ISPL Season 1 is just the beginning of a journey that aims to reshape school-level cricket in Rajasthan and set new standards in talent identification and development.
“We believe that giving the right platform at the right age can shape a lifetime of excellence. MPMSC – ISPL is not just a tournament; it is a vision in motion.“
— MPMSC Management