Sports Bulletin Report
Jaipur (India): The stage is ready at the Sawani Mansingh Indoor Stadium to host the first Premier Handball League (PHL) from June 8 to 25, 2023 Jaipur, Rajasthan.
According to an official, the event will see the 6 teams including Rajasthan Patriots, Garvit Gujarat, Maharashtra Ironmen, Golden Eagles Uttar Pradesh, Telugu Talons and Delhi Panzers to compete against each other to win the honour at the indoor facility on a Teraflex handball surface.
The international sports arena has also hosted multiple Pro Kabaddi League matches since 2014 as it is the home of Jaipur Pink Panthers, as the venue is owned and managed by the Rajasthan State Sports Council (RSSC).
President RSSC Dr Krishna Poonia said:
“I am very happy and honour for us to stage the first season of the Premier Handball League will be held at the modern and unique Sawai Mansingh Indoor Stadium in Jaipur. We are dedicated to organizing a notable sporting event in the state and this was the perfect opportunity to do so. We are sure the PHL will provide a platform for players to show their talents and game skill during the 18-day fixture.”
Chairman of Bluesport Entertainment, Dr. Ajay Data said:
“I would like to express my gratitude to Dr Poonia and the Rajasthan State Sports Council for hosting the inaugural season of the Premier Handball League. The facilities in the stadium are flawless and will add to the extravaganza of the league. We are eagerly looking forward to the first match at the venue and packed crowds.”
Vivek Lodha, Director of Finance said:
“For any private league to be successful, it needs support from the government. The Infrastructure Rajasthan has to offer for indoor sports is phenomenal and it’s all thanks to the Rajasthan State Sports Council. I am delighted that the first season of the Premier Handball League will be held in Jaipur. The amazing Sawai Mansingh Stadium is ready for this fixture.”
