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Team launched in the presence of cricket legend Kapil Dev; Jain Sports announced as Team Partner as Bangalore Blasters set ambitious vision for JPL Season 1
Bengaluru, August 11, 2026: 
Navrathan Jewellers, owners of the Bangalore Blasters, today unveiled the team ahead of the inaugural JITO Premier League (JPL) Season 1, marking the beginning of an ambitious sporting journey that brings together cricket, community, entrepreneurship and a shared pursuit of excellence.
The team was launched at a special event in the presence of Indian cricket legend Kapil Dev, who gave the team members an inspiring pep talk. IPL star Vaishak Vijaykumar also attended the event, adding further cricketing presence to the launch.
The inaugural JITO Premier League will be held from August 24 to September 5, 2026, at the CCC Cricket Ground in Colombo, Sri Lanka, with the inaugural ceremony scheduled for August 24.
For Navrathan Jewellers, the Bangalore Blasters is more than participation in a community cricket tournament. The franchise aims to build a professionally managed, competitive and values-driven sporting property with a lasting identity within the JITO ecosystem.
The Bangalore Blasters will represent Bengaluru with an emphasis on professionalism, teamwork, discipline, integrity and excellence. The team aims to bring together accomplished professionals, entrepreneurs and cricket enthusiasts while creating a culture of competitive sporting ambition and community bonding.
Jain Sports has been announced as a key Team Partner of the Bangalore Blasters. The partnership reflects a shared vision of building a strong sporting ecosystem and using cricket as a platform to promote participation, performance, community and the development of sport.
Speaking on the occasion, Mahendar Bafna, Team Owner, Bangalore Blasters, said the team represents Navrathan Jewellers’ passion for sport, commitment to excellence and belief in community. He added that the ambition is to make the Bangalore Blasters one of the most competitive and respected teams in the JITO Premier League while representing Bengaluru with pride.
Dr Chenraj Roychand, Founder Chairman of Jain Group and Chancellor of Jain deemed-to-be-University, said sport has the unique ability to bring people together, create aspirations and build a culture of excellence. He expressed Jain Sports’ delight in partnering with the team and supporting its vision.
Speaking as Chief Guest, Kapil Dev said cricket has always had the power to bring people together and highlighted the importance of discipline, teamwork, friendships and sporting excellence. He wished the Bangalore Blasters and the JITO Premier League success in the inaugural season.
The Bangalore Blasters will now travel to Colombo with the ambition of making a strong first impression and laying the foundation for a long-term sporting journey.
