The Mumbai Cricket Association confirmed on September 23, 2026 that Aspects Sports has won the rights to field the ninth franchise in the T20 Mumbai League, with the new side representing the Navi Mumbai region. The team is set to make its competitive debut in the 2027 edition of the tournament.
Aspects Sports, owned by Aspect Global Ventures, secured the franchise on a six-year deal valued at INR 106.88 crore in total, with INR 12.21 crore earmarked for the first season alone. Aksha Kamboj, Executive Chairperson of Aspect Global Ventures, welcomed the development.
“We are delighted to associate with the T20 Mumbai League and represent Navi Mumbai. Our vision for Aspect Sports is to build a strong and diverse sporting platform that creates opportunities for athletes, engages communities and contributes to the growth of sport across India. Cricket is an important part of this journey, and our association with the T20 Mumbai League marks a significant step towards building a long-term presence across multiple sporting disciplines. We look forward to working with the MCA and the league to create meaningful opportunities for talent and build a strong connection with fans,” Kamboj stated.
The announcement followed the conclusion of the league’s fourth edition in June 2026, which was contested by eight franchises. Rohit Sharma serves as the Face of the League, and the 2026 edition featured prominent India players including Suryakumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Ajinkya Rahane, Shivam Dube, Shardul Thakur, Sarfaraz Khan and Tushar Deshpande.
Why does the Navi Mumbai addition matter for the league’s reach?
The expansion reflects the MCA’s broader intent to deepen grassroots engagement and provide more competitive platforms for players from across the wider Mumbai region.
“The expansion of the T20 Mumbai League to Navi Mumbai is a significant milestone in our vision to take the game closer to every corner of the Mumbai cricketing ecosystem. The addition of a ninth franchise will not only broaden the league’s reach but also create greater opportunities for emerging cricketers to showcase their talent on a competitive platform. We are delighted to welcome Aspects Sports and look forward to working together to further strengthen the league and nurture the next generation of cricketing talent,” Ajinkya Naik said in a statement.
What does the franchise deal mean for the league’s long-term structure?
With the Navi Mumbai side confirmed, the T20 Mumbai League will grow from eight to nine teams ahead of the 2027 season. The six-year commercial arrangement gives the new franchise a stable foundation within the league’s ecosystem.
“The addition of a ninth franchise marks an important new chapter in the evolution of the T20 Mumbai League. As we look ahead, expanding our franchise base will enable the league to build a stronger and more sustainable ecosystem while creating more opportunities for players to grow. It will also allow the league to create greater value for our stakeholders and deepen its engagement with audiences across the region. The entry of Aspects Sports and the expansion into Navi Mumbai further strengthen our foundation as we look to build the league into a larger and enduring sporting property,” the league’s Governing Council Chairman Rajdip Gupta stated.
