The NECO Master Blaster, defending champions of the Vidarbha Premier League (VPL), are gearing up for Season 2 with high hopes. Under the leadership of captain Jitesh Sharma, the team has assembled a strong squad during the recent player auction. The franchise aims to achieve a balance between seasoned players and emerging talent in its quest for the 2026 Vidarbha League title.
Team Composition and Strategy
The NECO Master Blaster has retained its core group while integrating key players to enhance their chances of success. Notably, Harsh Dubey, a top-level player, joins the squad to provide additional experience. Anand Jayaswal, the owner of NECO Master Blaster, expressed satisfaction with their auction strategy, stating, “We approached the auction with clarity and purpose.” The franchise’s goal remains to craft a team that the Vidarbha region can take pride in.
Leadership and Vision
Ramesh Jayaswal, Managing Director of the Jayaswal Neco Group, emphasized the importance of maintaining the high standards set by the previous season. He noted that the auction has resulted in a squad rich in quality and character, ready for the challenges ahead.
Captain’s Outlook
Captain Jitesh Sharma shared his excitement about the upcoming season. He acknowledged the high expectations as defending champions and expressed readiness to meet those challenges. “There is a strong balance in the group, and we now look forward to coming together,” he said, emphasizing the team’s unity and determination.
Inclusivity in Cricket
NECO Master Blaster is not solely focused on the men’s team. The women’s side, led by captain Shraddha Nabira, aims to secure its first title this season. This underscores the franchise’s commitment to fostering an inclusive cricketing environment within the Vidarbha region.
Player Roster for VPL Season 2
Below are the squads for both the men’s and women’s teams:
- Men’s Team:
- Jitesh Sharma (Captain)
- Adhyayan Daga
- Aryan Meshram
- Shanmesh Deshmukh
- Ananmay Jayaswal
- Vedant Dighade
- Vaibhav Chandekar
- Abhishek Gupta
- Shantanu Rajput
- Dipesh Parwani
- Harsh Dubey
- Avinash Jadhav
- Arya Durugkar
- Gaurav Dhoble
- Gaurav Farde
- Kush Khandelwal
- Women’s Team:
- Shraddha Nabira (Captain)
- Aarya Gohane (Vice-Captain)
- Nupur Kohale
- Snehal Maniyar
- Nihari Kawale
- Shreya Lanjewar
- Yashashri Soley
- Saloni Rajput
- Saniya Chourasia
- Shivani Dharne
- Nandini Pradhan
- Vanshika Pandya
- Gargi Banote
- Janhvi Tichkule
- Diya Bhagwat
- Ashwini Deshmukh
As the teams prepare for the VPL Season 2, NECO Master Blaster aims to defend their title and inspire the region with their performance.
