IPL founder Lalit Modi called the rise of state T20 leagues a positive development for Indian cricket and a pathway for emerging talent. However, he urged strict governance, anti-corruption measures and independent oversight to prevent match-fixing, conflicts of interest and other corrupt practices.
New Delhi: Indian Premier League founder Lalit Modi emphasised that the growth of state T20 leagues is a "positive development for Indian cricket" that can help identify talent at local levels, but cautioned that "very close monitoring" should be carried out by the state cricket associations to keep them free from any possible corrupt approaches.
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The rise of state T20 leagues has helped unleash a new generation of cricketers, with several players making the most of the opportunities and attracting the attention of state associations and IPL franchises. IPL founder Lalit Modi heaped praise on the potential of those leagues to pave the way for players but cautioned to keep a close tab on them.
"I think state leagues are a positive development for Indian cricket. This was bound to happen as the IPL ecosystem grew, and if properly structured, these leagues can become an excellent pathway for young and undiscovered talent to perform under pressure, get noticed and potentially graduate to the IPL and higher levels," Modi told IANS.
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