As part of the ceremony, the Minister will unveil the official mascots of KCL in front of a packed audience comprising cricket fans, guests, and the general public. The Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) has announced a public contest to name the mascots, with special prizes for the winning entries.
Team India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson is set to play under the captaincy of his elder brother, Saly Samson, in the upcoming season of the Kerala Cricket League (KCL). The Kochi Blue Tigers have announced Saly as their captain for the second edition of the T20 tournament, which begins on August 22.
For over a month, speculation has been swirling around Sanju Samson’s future with the Rajasthan Royals (RR), with persistent rumours suggesting the 30-year-old captain could join Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ahead of the IPL 2026 season.
