The Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) has announced the Marquee Players for the much-anticipated Odisha Pro T20 League 2025, which will be held in September under the management of Arivaa Sports. The inaugural edition of this franchise-based T20 cricket tournament will feature six teams and a total of 22 exciting matches, including both the league stage and the playoffs. Among the six marquee players, wicketkeeper-batter Aashirwad Swain has drawn special attention for being the youngest in the list at just 20 years and 175 days. Swain has been one of the brightest young talents to emerge from Odisha cricket in recent seasons, and his inclusion is seen as a major step forward in inspiring upcoming cricketers to dream bigger.

The other marquee players include some of the most experienced and dependable names in Odisha cricket. Govinda Poddar, aged 33, brings seniority and years of domestic cricket experience. Suryakant Pradhan, 31, is recognized for his consistency and leadership qualities. Subhranshu Senapati, 28, is regarded as a reliable top-order batter. Sandeep Pattanaik, 27, is known for his dynamism in the middle order, while Swastik Samal, aged 25, is one of the promising young faces in the state’s cricketing circuit.

OCA secretary Sanjay Behera expressed his pride in introducing the marquee players, stating that they have carried the flag of Odisha cricket with distinction. He further emphasized that their inclusion would set a strong foundation for the league while inspiring younger players to aim higher. Behera added that the Odisha Pro T20 League is a stepping stone toward taking Odisha cricket to greater heights, with these marquee names expected to play a central role in that journey.

The Odisha Pro T20 League 2025 is already creating excitement among cricket fans. With a mix of seasoned campaigners and emerging talent, the tournament promises to be a landmark event for Odisha cricket. The presence of stars like Ashirwad Swain and Govinda Poddar is expected to draw significant attention, while the league as a whole will offer young cricketers a professional platform to showcase their skills. As the countdown to September begins, anticipation is growing for what is set to be one of the most important chapters in the history of Odisha cricket.