Salman Khan Set To Grace CCL Opening Ceremony In Sharjah

Cricket lovers, listen up! The much-anticipated Celebrity Cricket League (CCL) is coming to Sharjah this month. Slated from 23-25 February at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, the event will bring together the worlds of cricket and cinema, under one roof, offering a unique experience.

Star-Studded Opening Ceremony

Bollywood megastar Salman Khan will attend the opening ceremony of CCL, adding glitz and glamour to the event. The actor’s starry appearance is sure to elevate the excitement and fanfare, drawing crowds and viewers from across the globe. Tickets start at Dh 45 and are available on Platinumlist.com.

A Melting Pot of Indian Cinema and Cricket

CCL Season 10 is more than just a cricket league. A celebration of Indian cinema, the event brings together over 200 beloved film celebrities from eight teams. These teams represent the major film industries in India, including Hindi, Punjabi, Bhojpuri, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam.

Celebrities Taking the Field

The tournament will feature a constellation of stars from the Indian film industry. Here’s the starry lineup:

• Salman Khan- Brand ambassador of Mumbai Heroes
• Riteish Deshmukh- Captain of Mumbai Heroes
• Sohail Khan- Owner of Mumbai Heroes
• Venkatesh- Brand Ambassador of Telugu Warriors
• Akhil Akkineni- Captain of Telugu Warriors
• Arya- Captain of Chennai Rhinos
• Sudeep- Captain of Karnataka Bulldozers
• Mohanlal-Co-owner of Kerala Strikers
• Indrajith-Captain of Kerala Strikers
• Manoj Tiwari- Captain of Bhojpuri Dabbangs
• Sonu Sood- Captain of Punjab De Sher
• Boney Kapoor- Owner of Bengal Tigers

Danube Properties Dubai is the sponsor for this season, while Truckers UAE will serve as the local host partner. These partnerships underscore the significance and ability of the league to attract corporate interest and local engagement.

Since its inception in 2011, the Celebrity Cricket League has become one of India’s most-followed sports and entertainment events. In its previous season, the league achieved a remarkable combined TV and digital reach, engaging with over 250 million viewers.