Indian Roll Ball League makes International Debut in Dubai

By Guest - Sep 11, 2025 07:55 PM
Last updated on Sep 11, 2025 07:58 PM

• With Madan Lal and Roland Butcher in attendance, Roll Ball takes its first step on the global stage

September 11, Dubai: The lights at India Club in Dubai glowed softly, but the excitement in the air was electric. All eyes were fixed on the stage - because this was no ordinary evening. It was the beginning of a brand-new sporting journey: the Indian Roll Ball League. A sport born in Pune’s bylanes in 2003, Roll Ball has already reached more than 50 countries. And on this evening, it was stepping onto the international stage in Dubai. The hall was buzzing with energy - cricket fans, sporting icons, and curious youngsters waiting to see history unfold.

When Roland Butcher, England’s first Black cricketer and renowned BBC commentator, walked on stage, the hall erupted in applause. Beside him was Madan Lal, the 1983 World Cup winner whose very name brings back golden memories for Indian cricket. Their words of praise for Roll Ball instantly lifted the spirit of the evening.

Madan Lal said, “India has always given the world something new. Roll Ball is part of that tradition - it’s packed with energy, fitness, and excitement for the youth. I am confident this league will make waves across the globe.”

Roland Butcher added with a smile, “Roll Ball has everything today’s generation seeks - speed, energy, and entertainment. To see it launch from a global city like Dubai makes this moment truly special.”

Behind this league is Sachin Joshi, the man determined to take Roll Ball to the world, spoke with passion, “Roll Ball is the second fastest sport in the world. With this league, we want to showcase its speed, thrill, and energy to every household. This isn’t just a sport - it’s a revolution.”

The evening’s most emotional moment came when Sudhir Gautam, Sachin Tendulkar’s most devoted fan, stepped onto the stage. With his trademark smile, the tricolor in hand, and cricket in his heart, he was honoured by Madan Lal. The hall erupted with cheers — a reminder that sport is not only about players, but also about the fans who live and breathe it.

Born in Pune in 2003, Roll Ball blends skating, basketball, and handball into one fast-paced spectacle. But the Dubai launch proved one thing: it’s no longer just India’s game — it’s now a sport for the world. The Indian Roll Ball League is not just about matches. It’s about building bridges between India and the UAE, inspiring a new generation, and giving this unique Indian innovation the global recognition, it deserves. That Dubai evening made a promise — that one day, Roll Ball will find its place alongside cricket and football as a truly global sport.

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