PUNE — The Indian
Supercross Racing League (ISRL), the world’s first franchise-based Supercross
league, Season 2 kicks off with the opening of rider registration on April 24,
promising new international faces, and the return of celebrated talent from
across the globe.
The rider registration process covers four competitive
categories: 450cc International Riders, 250cc International Riders, 250cc
India-Asia Mix and 85cc Junior Class.
Riders can register to be part of the mega auction, where
teams will build their dream squads for the 2025 season. Registration does not
guarantee participation, it is the first step in joining the official rider
pool for team selection during the auction process.
After an inaugural run that brought together over 100 elite
riders from nine countries and electrified fans across Indian cities, season 2
is poised to reach greater heights with enhanced ambition, a bigger format, and
added star power.
Rugved Barguje, 3-time Indian National Supercross Champion,
expressed his enthusiasm saying, "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.”
Eeshan Lokhande, co-founder, Indian Supercross Racing
League, said, “ISRL Season 1 was just the beginning. With the kind of global
traction and home-grown 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. We’re thrilled to welcome back many of our international riders and
see an even bigger talent pool lining up."
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 organizers made it truly special. India showed real passion
for Supercross, and I’m looking forward to being back. I’m super excited to
make more memories in Season 2.”
Brendan Sipple, International Rider for Reise Motorsports,
echoed the excitement, “From the fans to the tracks, everything about Season 1
was world-class. The energy, the teams, and the entire vibe was 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. From
Australia to France and Thailand to South Africa, the talent was unmatched.
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.
Team BigRock Motorsports, led by India's Dakar pioneer CS
Santosh, emerged as champions of season 1.
