The much-awaited fourth season of the Pro Himachal Premium Cricket League (Pro HPCL) is all set to begin with a grand opening ceremony on November 15 at Hotel Woodville Palace, Shimla, from 5:00 PM onwards.
The opening ceremony will mark the official commencement of Season 4, bringing together participating franchise owners, players, sponsors, distinguished guests, media representatives and cricket enthusiasts to celebrate the return of one of Himachal Pradesh’s prominent franchise-based cricket leagues.
The grand opening ceremony will also feature live musical performances by two of Himachal Pradesh’s most popular Pahadi singers, Kuldeep Sharma and Honey Negi. Both artists will perform on November 15 at Hotel Woodville Palace, Shimla, adding a vibrant musical touch to the celebrations. The evening promises a memorable blend of cricket, entertainment and Himachali culture as Pro HPCL Season 4 gets underway.
As part of the celebrations, a special celebrity friendly cricket match will also be organised on November 16, featuring popular singers and celebrity personalities taking on team owners from Shimla and other parts of Himachal Pradesh.
The league’s official matches will commence on November 17 and continue until December 1, 2026, at the newly built Shimla Cricket Ground. A total of 12 teams will compete for the Season 4 championship, promising an exciting fortnight of competitive cricket and sporting entertainment.
Season 4 had initially been planned earlier this year. However, owing to pre-monsoon weather conditions and the schedule of local Panchayat elections in Himachal Pradesh, the organisers decided to postpone the tournament to ensure its smooth and uninterrupted conduct. Despite the delay, the preparations continued, with more than 600 players registering for the season. The player trials and auction process have also been successfully completed, and the participating teams are now ready for the competition.
Since its inception in 2022, Pro HPCL has worked towards creating a platform for local and emerging cricketing talent, connecting players with franchise-based opportunities while bringing together sporting communities from across Himachal Pradesh and beyond. Over its previous seasons, the league has continued to expand its participation, audience reach and sporting presence.
With the opening ceremony scheduled for November 15, followed by the friendly match and the commencement of official fixtures, Pro HPCL Season 4 is set to bring cricket, entertainment and community participation together in Shimla.
The organisers have extended a warm invitation to cricket lovers, sports enthusiasts and the people of Himachal Pradesh to be part of the celebrations and support the participating teams throughout the season.
Speaking ahead of the opening ceremony, Ajay Thakur, Co-Founder of Pro HPCL, said, “Pro HPCL has always been driven by a vision to create a strong sporting platform for the cricketing talent of Himachal Pradesh. Although circumstances required us to postpone the league, our commitment to the players, franchises and supporters remained unchanged. We are delighted to finally bring Season 4 to the field and look forward to an exciting tournament. The continued trust and support of everyone associated with the league motivate us to make each season bigger and better.”
Abhay Thakur, Co-Founder of Pro HPCL, added, “The response to Season 4 has been encouraging, with more than 600 players registering and 12 teams now preparing to compete for the title with 14 lakhs first prize. For us, Pro HPCL is not just about organising cricket matches; it is about providing opportunities to emerging players, bringing communities together and building a sporting culture in Himachal Pradesh.”
Pro Himachal Premium Cricket League (Pro HPCL) is a franchise-based cricket league established in 2022 with the objective of promoting cricketing talent and creating a professional competitive platform for players. Over the years, the league has brought together franchises, players, sponsors and cricket enthusiasts, contributing to the growing sporting culture of Himachal Pradesh.
