Rider registration for Indian Supercross Racing League season 2 mega auction opens

ANI April 15, 2025 116 views

The Indian Supercross Racing League is set to revolutionize motorsports with its second season's global rider registration. Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has joined as brand ambassador, bringing unprecedented visibility to the league. After a phenomenal first season that attracted over 100 international riders, ISRL is creating a professional platform for motorsport athletes. The upcoming mega-auction promises to showcase world-class talent across four competitive racing categories, signaling India's growing prominence in global motorsports.

"ISRL is creating something amazing here." - Brendan Sipple, International Rider
Pune, April 15: The Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL), the world's first franchise-based Supercross league, is back! The much-anticipated Season 2 kicks off with the opening of rider registrations on April 24, 2025 - promising even higher-octane action, new international faces, and the return of celebrated talent from across the globe.

Key Points

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First franchise-based Supercross league launching global rider mega-auction

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Salman Khan joins as brand ambassador amplifying motorsport visibility

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Season 1 attracted 100+ elite riders from nine countries

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Registrations open for four competitive racing categories

Following a phenomenal inaugural run that brought together over 100 elite riders from nine countries and electrified fans across Indian cities, ISRL is rapidly becoming a sought-after destination for global motorsport talent and investors.

Season 2 is poised to reach greater heights with enhanced ambition, a bigger format, and added star power--most notably, superstar Salman Khan joining hands with the league as the official brand ambassador to amplify its reach and visibility. With inquiries already pouring in from international athletes and a strong homegrown lineup raring to go, the stage is set for a thrilling new chapter in the ISRL story.

Eeshan Lokhande, Co-Founder of the Indian Supercross Racing League, said, as quoted by a press release from ISRL, "ISRL Season 1 was just the beginning. With the kind of global traction and homegrown talent we witnessed, we're entering Season 2 with renewed energy and confidence. Salman Khan coming on board as brand ambassador adds to the momentum, bringing his unmatched charisma to the world of Supercross. Our goal is to build a global mega-platform that gives Indian motorsport its rightful place on the world stage. We are thrilled to welcome back many of our international riders and see an even bigger talent pool lining up. This is going to be one wild ride."

Rugved Barguje, 3-time Indian National Supercross Champion, expressed his enthusiasm, saying, "Racing in Season 1 of ISRL was an unforgettable experience. The support from the crowd, the level of competition, and the chance to race on real Supercross tracks in India--it was a dream come true. The league has changed the game for Indian motorsport, making it more organised and structured, creating a professional platform for motorsport athletes to thrive. Season 2 is going to be even more epic, and I can't wait to be a part of it."

Jordi Tixier, World Champion MX2 (2014), added, "Season 1 blew my expectations out of the water. The tracks, the fans, and the constant improvements by the organisers made it truly special. India showed real passion for Supercross, and I am looking forward to being back. I am super excited to make more memories in Season 2."

Brendan Sipple, International Rider for Reise Motosports, echoed the excitement: "From the fans to the tracks, everything about Season 1 was world-class. The energy, the teams, and the entire vibe were electric. I feel lucky to have raced in India, and I can't wait to see what's in store for Season 2. ISRL is creating something amazing here."

Season 1 featured some of the biggest names in global motocross, including Jordi Tixier (World Champion MX2, 2014), Matt Moss (9-time Australian MX & SX Champion), Thomas Ramette, Hugo Manzato, and many more. The talent was unmatched from Australia to France and Thailand to South Africa.

Indian champions like Rugved Barguje, Ikshan Shanbhag, Prajwal Vishwanth, Sarthak Chavan, and Shlok Ghorpade raced shoulder-to-shoulder with global pros, making history on tracks designed to world-class standards.

The rider registration process covers four competitive categories:

-450cc International Riders-250cc International Riders-250cc India-Asia Mix-85cc Junior Class

Interested riders can register now to participate in the mega-auction, where teams will build their dream squads for the 2025 season. Please note that registration does not guarantee participation--it is the first step in joining the official rider pool for team selection during the auction process.

ISRL's inaugural season set new benchmarks for motorsport events in India with a physical attendance of over 30,000 and a viewership of 11.5Mn in just 3 days of broadcast, establishing a new global record for a Supercross event.

Team BigRock Motorsports, led by India's Dakar pioneer CS Santosh, emerged as champions, setting a high standard for competition. The first season successfully demonstrated India's appetite for world-class Supercross action and laid a strong foundation for the sport's growth.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
This is HUGE for Indian motorsports! 🚀 Season 1 was insane to watch live, can't wait to see what they bring for Season 2. Salman Khan as ambassador is a smart move to get more mainstream attention. Hope they add more cities to the circuit!
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Priya M.
As a motorsport fan, I loved Season 1 but I hope they improve the TV coverage this time. Some races were hard to follow with camera angles. Still, amazing to see Indian riders competing with world champions!
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Arjun S.
That 85cc junior class is such a great initiative! Getting young talent early will help build the sport's future in India. My 12yo nephew is already begging me to take him to tryouts 😂
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Sunita R.
The energy at these events is unbelievable! Went to the Pune race last year and it felt like being at an international event. More women riders would be awesome to see though - hope they encourage that in Season 2.
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Vikram J.
Respectfully, while the league is great, ticket prices need to be more accessible. Last season's cheapest tickets were still out of reach for many local fans who want to support the sport.
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Neha P.
Jordi Tixier coming back is everything! 🤩 That man rides like poetry in motion. Hope they get even more international stars this season. Maybe some American riders too?

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