600+ Players, 20 Teams — The Biggest Player Pool in Pro HPCL History
Registration for Pro HPCL Season 4 is nearly complete, and the response from cricketers across Himachal Pradesh has been nothing short of extraordinary. Over 600 players have confirmed their participation, representing every district and region of the state.
Around 20 franchise teams will take part this season — each one carrying the pride of their respective region into battle. This is the most geographically diverse edition of Pro HPCL to date, and with competition this fierce, every single match promises to be a contest.
The message is clear: Himachal Pradesh cricket is growing, and Pro HPCL is leading the charge.
Rishi Dhawan Is Playing — And He's Not the Only Star
Among the 600+ confirmed participants for Pro HPCL Season 4 is none other than Rishi Dhawan — Himachal Pradesh's own international cricketer, a man who has represented India at the highest level of limited-overs cricket and remains one of the most respected names in domestic cricket today.
His presence alone elevates Season 4 to a different level. But Dhawan is just one name in a pool bursting with talent. Hundreds of hungry, skilled cricketers from across Himachal Pradesh are ready to prove themselves — and with franchise scouts watching every trial and every auction bid, the competition for spots and glory has never been higher.
₹60 Lakh Prize Pool: Here's Exactly What's at Stake
Pro HPCL Season 4 brings the richest prize structure in the league's history. Here is the full breakdown of what players and teams are competing for:
Winners — ₹14 Lakh
Runners-Up — ₹7 Lakh Each
Semi-Finalist Team — ₹2 Lakh
Player of the Series — ₹55,000
Player Auction Pool — ₹30 Lakh distributed among players
Total Prize Pool — Approximately ₹60 Lakh
With ₹30 lakh flowing directly to players through the auction process alone, Pro HPCL Season 4 is not just giving cricketers a stage — it's rewarding their dedication, skill, and hard work in a way that no other league in the state has done before.
As the founders put it: "Both semi-finalist teams will receive ₹2 lakh each. Additionally, the Player of the Series will be awarded up to ₹55,000. Around ₹30 lakh will be distributed among players through the auction process. Overall, the total prize pool for the season is approximately ₹60 lakh."
A Brand-New Cricket Ground in Shimla — The Perfect Stage for Season 4
Pro HPCL has always found exceptional venues for its seasons. Season 1 launched at Bharari in Shimla. Season 2 took the league to Mohali. Season 3 was hosted at the renowned Tau Devi Lal Stadium in Panchkula. Each venue raised the bar.
Season 4 raises it again.
This year, Pro HPCL is being hosted at a newly developed cricket ground right here in Shimla — built recently by three passionate young individuals who believed that Himachal Pradesh deserved world-class cricket infrastructure in its own backyard. The ground has already become one of the most talked-about new facilities in the region, and Pro HPCL Season 4 will serve as its grand debut on the biggest stage.
This is more than just a venue. It's a symbol of what cricket in Himachal Pradesh is becoming.
Season 4 Timeline: What Happens Next
Here is what to expect in the lead-up to the first ball of Pro HPCL Season 4:
Step 1 — Registrations Close
Over 600 players are confirmed. The largest player pool in Pro HPCL history is in place and ready.
Step 2 — Player Trials
Registered players will go through trials, giving franchise teams the chance to assess form, fitness, and match-readiness ahead of the auction
Step 3 — The Auction
This is where squads are built and futures are decided. Twenty franchise teams will go head-to-head at the auction table, with ₹30 lakh on the line for players. Expect big bids, big names, and big moments.
Step 4 — Season 4 Begins
The tournament gets underway at the new Shimla ground. Twenty teams. 600+ players. One champion. The action starts soon — stay tuned.
The Pro HPCL Story: From a Bold Idea to Himachal's Biggest League
Pro Himachal Premium Cricket League was founded by Ajay Thakur, Abhay Thakur, Vinu Diwan, and Sumit Sehgal — four individuals united by a single belief: that Himachal Pradesh's cricketers deserve a professional, high-quality platform to showcase their talent.
Three seasons later, that belief has been validated beyond all expectations.
Season 1 — Bharari, Shimla. The founding edition. A dream takes its first steps.
Season 2 — Mohali, Punjab. The league expands, taking Himachal cricket to a bigger audience.
Season 3 — Tau Devi Lal Stadium, Panchkula. A marquee venue for a tournament that had truly arrived.
Season 4 — New Cricket Ground, Shimla. The homecoming. The biggest season yet.
"There is tremendous excitement among players and cricket enthusiasts across Himachal Pradesh for Pro HPCL Season 4, and the league is set to mark the beginning of a new chapter in the region's sporting landscape." — Founders, Pro HPCL
Don't Miss a Moment of Pro HPCL Season 4
Pro HPCL Season 4 is shaping up to be a watershed moment — not just for this league, but for cricket in Himachal Pradesh as a whole. From the trials to the auction to the final over at the new Shimla ground, every moment is going to count.
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