The Chennai Super Kings has announced the commencement of the Junior Super Kings inter-school T20 tournament. Between December 26, 2022, and January 22, 2023, the Junior Super Kings inter-school T20 tournament will hold its seventh edition.
At a ceremony at Super Kings Academy in Thoraipakkam, Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming unveiled the competition’s jersey and trophy. A total of 15 districts in Tamil Nadu, which includes, Chennai, Trichy, Villupuram, Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Salem, Erode, Vellore, Ranipet, Madurai, Dindigul, Tirunelveli, Tuticorin, Tenkasi, and Kanyakumari—will host the 86-team Junior Super Kings 2022–23 competition.
Junior Super Kings 2022-23: Major Highlights
- There will be two phases to the competition. In Chennai and other districts, the first phase (December 26 to January 10) will be played in a knockout format.
- The second phase will be played at Tirunelveli from January 18 to January 22 and will feature two teams (winners and runners) from Chennai and six winners from other districts. A league format will be used for the second stage.
- The digital platforms of Super Kings Academy will feature coverage of the tournament.
- Chennai Super Kings platforms will stream live matches from Chennai and the second phase.
- Where applicable, Chennai Super Kings will take care of the teams’ boarding and housing.
- All participants will receive a coloured T-shirt and a cap.
- Awards for the game’s best player will be given out after each match.
- The Best Bowler, Best Batsman, Player of the Tournament, and Player of the Final will receive Special Awards.
CSK has always believed in giving back
“Junior Super Kings was first launched in 2012 as a 32-team tournament in Chennai. Since then, it has grown into a pan-Tamil Nadu tournament unearthing talent from across the state. We are excited that the tournament is back after a two-year break due to COVID. Chennai Super Kings has always believed in giving back to the sport and Junior Super Kings is an important part of our plans to develop grassroot cricket across Tamil Nadu.
“The tournament has provided platforms for players like Shahrukh Khan, Washington Sundar and Sai Sudarshan among others. I am sure many future stars will be identified this year as well,” said KS Viswanathan, CEO of Chennai Super Kings Cricket Limited.
Great opportunity for youngsters
“Junior Super Kings is a great opportunity for youngsters across Tamil Nadu. My message to the players is to dream big. Do well in the tournament and aim to be the next player to represent CSK! Play the tournament hard but as MS Dhoni always says, play it fair with a smile on your face. I wish you all the best,” said CSK Head Coach, Fleming.
