Fourrise Premier League Hyderabad launched
Fourrise Sports LLP launched the first season of the Fourrise Premier League in Hyderabad, aiming to build a professionally managed corporate cricket ecosystem. The league will feature 96 teams and over 1,400 players from multiple sectors across the Telugu States.
Published Date - 10 January 2026, 04:57 PM
Hyderabad: Fourrrise Sports LLP officially launched the first season of the Fourrise Premier League (FPL) – Hyderabad on Friday night.
The official FPL poster was unveiled by the chief guest Mr. Ch. Kiran Kumar Reddy, MP, in the presence of senior corporate leaders, sports administrators, and dignitaries. Mr. Paidi Rakesh Reddy, MLA, Armoor, also graced the occasion and extended his support to the league’s vision of promoting corporate sports alongside social responsibility.
The league is founded and promoted by Mr. Nangi Devendar Reddy, Chairman & Founder, and Dr. Sriprakash Vinnakota, Founder & President, FOURRISE Sports LLP, with a vision to build a transparent, professionally managed corporate cricket ecosystem across the Telugu States.
Several FPL Board Members who attended the launch include Mr. Krish Chinthaluri, Founder & Chairman, IKON and Chief Operations Officer, FOURRISE Sports LLP; Mr. Mohit Kumar Fruitwala, Director, Yeldam Pvt Ltd & Freight Child Foundation; Ms. Jayalalitha Akurathi, Director – Operations & Business Performance, Y-Axis Solutions Pvt Ltd; Mr. M. Suresh, former Ranji & Duleep Trophy cricketer and BCCI–NCA Level-2 Coach; Mr. Venka Reddy, Chief People Officer, QualiZeal and former HR Head at Infosys and Coforge; and Mr. PCS Reddy, senior administrative leader associated with Hyderabad Security Council initiatives. Other advisory council members were also present.
Mr. Devendar Reddy said “the Fourrise Premier League is envisioned as a trusted and professionally managed corporate cricket platform that promotes fitness, teamwork, and fair play while strengthening grassroots sports culture across the Telugu States. Through FPL, we aim to unite corporates with purpose and pride.”
Dr. Sriprakash Vinnakota said “FPL is built on the core values of professionalism, transparency, and sportsmanship. With strong institutional support and social commitment, we look forward to creating a high-quality league experience that delivers both sporting excellence and meaningful community impact.”
The Fourrise Premier League Season 1 will be held from January 24- April 26, featuring 96 teams, 1,440 corporate players, and 100+ corporates from IT, Pharma, Healthcare, Education, Manufacturing, Real Estate, Energy, Government departments, and PSUs. The league is expected to draw 20,000+ spectators and achieve 2 million+ digital outreach through live streaming and media coverage.
Matches will be hosted across eight cricket grounds in Hyderabad, with MSK Ground as the primary venue. Additional venues and dates will be announced shortly.
The winner all get Rs. 2 lakhs, runner-up Rs 1 lakh, third placed Rs. 75,000 and fourth placed team Rs. 50,000.
Former India wickekeeper MSK Prasad has been appointed as Chief Advisor, lending strategic guidance and credibility to the league.