Basketball Federation Of India Announces Professional Men's, Women's Leagues

Last Updated:June 06, 2025, 21:24 IST

Former CEO and commissioner of Australia’s National Basketball League, Jeremy Loeliger, will be in charge of the development of the league as the director of ACG Sports.

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The BFI (Basketball Federation of India) announced a professional league for men and women in 5×5 and 3×3 formats on Friday in partnership with and ACG Sports.

Former CEO and commissioner of Australia’s National Basketball League, Jeremy Loeliger, will be in charge of the development of the league in his new role as the director of ACG Sports. The initiative seeks to instil international standards of governance, competition, and commercial aspects.

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BFI President, Aadhav Arjuna, expressed his delight with the same and voiced, “This partnership is driven by vision, structured for long-term impact, and rooted in a clear understanding of what Indian basketball truly needs."

Managing Director of ACG, Karan Singh explained, “Basketball represents more than just a sport – it is a vehicle for building character, leadership, and opportunity."

“Our decade-long journey, beginning with grassroots initiatives has focused on systematically making basketball accessible across India while building the professional pathways that young athletes need to thrive," Singh added.

“Our vision is to win medals at the Asian Games and Olympics," he continued.

“In the coming months, the newly formed League Council will begin overseeing standards and operations," the organisers said.

“Nationwide scouting initiatives, customised athlete development tracks, and fan engagement programs will begin laying the foundation," they added.

“Designed to redefine how the sport is played, experienced, and supported in India, the league aims to shift basketball from a niche discipline into a mainstream pursuit. It will serve as a long-term catalyst for India’s presence on the global basketball stage, backed by world-class infrastructure, holistic athlete development, and robust community engagement," the organisers added.

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The league framework, including team structures, competition formats, player eligibility, and governance models, is currently under development with input from global basketball experts and key industry stakeholders. Detailed announcements on participation guidelines, venue requirements, and operational protocols will be released in phases.

In the coming months, the newly formed League Council will begin overseeing standards and operations. Nationwide scouting initiatives, customized athlete development tracks, and dynamic fan engagement programs will start laying the foundation for a vibrant, inclusive, and commercially sustainable basketball culture in India.

(With Inputs From IANS)

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