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India Basketball League names eight foundation cities for first pro season in 2027
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Published on 9 May 2026
Fans get to decide which six cities play first
India Basketball League has announced eight foundation cities for the country’s first professional basketball league. Six of these will compete in the inaugural season planned for early 2027, and fans will help select the final lineup. The league’s mission is to fast-track homegrown talent for major international events including the FIBA Asia Cup and the Olympics.
- Eight foundation cities named for the first Indian pro league
- Inaugural season set for early 2027 with six teams
- Fans will help choose which six cities participate
- League targets talent development for FIBA Asia Cup and Olympics
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