Nagpur, May 17 (PTI) The Vidarbha Cricket Association on Saturday said that the inaugural edition of the Vidarbha Pro T20 League will take place from June 5-15.

All matches will be hosted at the VCA Stadium in Jamtha, Nagpur, marking a new chapter in the region's cricketing journey.

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The league will feature six franchise teams for men and three for women, showcasing a mix of emerging cricketers, local heroes, and seasoned players from the Vidarbha region.

The tournament aims to provide a platform for homegrown talent and strengthen the domestic cricket structure in central India.

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Prashant Vaidya, chairman of the governing council of the Vidarbha Pro T20 League, said, "The inaugural Vidarbha Pro T20 League is a long-awaited step toward giving our cricketers the exposure, competition, and recognition they deserve.

"We are committed to making this a world-class tournament and a celebration of local talent," he added.

The VPTL has India pacer and Vidarbha cricket stalwart Umesh Yadav and former India women's team fast bowler Jhulan Goswami as its league ambassadors.

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