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Speed Meets Stardom: Salman Khan Turbocharges Indian Supercross Racing League in Style


Updated: July 16, 2025 23:27

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Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has formally kicked off Season 2 of the Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL) with a giant leap as not just the brand ambassador but also as an investor. This historic move will infuse Indian motorsport with a thrilling shock and attract new fans to the high-octane universe of supercross racing.
 
Key Highlights

Star Power at the Top:
Salman Khan's brand backing is guaranteed to catapult ISRL into the mainstream, using his massive popularity and love for motorcycles to propel youth involvement nationwide.
 
Dual Role: Investor and Ambassador:
Khan isn't only the public face of ISRL—he now also has an investor share, indicating firm belief in the vision and prospects of the league.
 
Season 2 Goes Big:
ISRL Season 2 will run between January and March 2025 with more races, new tracks, and a 60-day longer season. Over 155 competitors from 21 countries, including the world's top supercross champions, have enrolled, with high-octane racing guaranteed.
 
ISRL Proving Grounds Released:
Salman announced the "ISRL Proving Grounds"—a huge grassroots motorsport complex in the Pune suburbs to develop new talent. The complex will feature specially designed tracks for children, amateurs, and professionals with facilities for ATVs, electric bikes, and others.
 
Community and Fan Interaction
New ISRL Fan Parks and entertainment spaces will turn the season's events into family destinations, bringing entertainment, sports, and culture.
 
Salman's Mission: 
"This league is all about pushing boundaries. We're empowering Indian youth, sponsoring home-grown talent, and promoting safe riding and responsibility," Salman Khan declared at the launch.
 
Skyrocketing Global Interest:
Rider registration has gone up, with the league attracting top international and Indian riders, making ISRL a spectacle to behold on the world motorsports calendar. 
 
Source: The Tribune, India Today, Amar Ujala

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