The Haryana Champions League (HCL) is the result of a shared vision—to create a professional cricket platform where talent, opportunity, and district pride come together.
After successfully conceptualizing and organizing the Gurugram Premier League (GPL), one of North India's most recognized privately organized cricket championships, the founding team has taken the next step in their journey by launching Haryana Champions League.
The success of GPL demonstrated that professionally managed private cricket championships can create meaningful opportunities for players, businesses, sponsors, and local communities.
Inspired by this achievement, the founders envisioned a larger platform that represents every district of Haryana.
Today, Haryana Champions League stands as that vision— bringing together 22 districts, thousands of aspiring cricketers, franchise owners, sponsors, and cricket fans under one prestigious championship.
The founders combine expertise in event management, business strategy, digital marketing, finance, branding, corporate relations, and sports operations to build a long-term sports ecosystem for Haryana.
The people bringing together sports management, digital strategy, financial governance and event production to build the Haryana Champions League.
Naveen Tanwar is a seasoned entrepreneur and the Founder of SRT Group, bringing more than 15 years of experience in managing large-scale events, concerts, entertainment productions, and corporate activations across India.
As one of the driving forces behind the successful execution of the Gurugram Premier League (GPL), Naveen played a key role in event planning, venue management, logistics, operations, and on-ground execution, helping establish GPL as one of North India's most professionally managed private cricket championships.
His deep understanding of sports operations, combined with his passion for cricket and extensive event management expertise, now forms the operational backbone of Haryana Champions League.
Kunal Bhardwaj is the Founder of Gravi Digital Infotech Pvt. Ltd., a digital marketing, branding, and technology company based in Gurugram.
As the strategic force behind the branding and digital success of the Gurugram Premier League (GPL), Kunal transformed GPL into a recognizable sports brand through innovative marketing, digital campaigns, technology integration, and scalable business planning.
With more than a decade of experience in digital marketing, business strategy, and technology, he believes that modern sports properties are built not only on the field but also through strong branding, fan engagement, technology, and commercial sustainability.
Pooja Bhardwaj serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Haryana Champions League (HCL), leading the league's financial strategy, governance, compliance, and commercial planning.
With extensive experience in financial management, corporate operations, and business administration, she plays a vital role in building a financially sustainable and professionally managed sports property.
From budgeting and financial planning to risk management, statutory compliance, and commercial oversight, she ensures that every aspect of HCL operates with transparency, accountability, and long-term vision.
Sandeep Mishra is the Founder of Black Pearl Production and brings over two decades of expertise in event production, experiential marketing, entertainment management, and large-scale brand activations.
His contribution to the Gurugram Premier League (GPL) played a vital role in elevating the championship through premium event production, sponsor integrations, entertainment experiences, and audience engagement.
