The inaugural Premier Handball League (PHL) – already sanctioned through the Handball Association India, the National Sports Federation for the game of Handball, affiliated with the International Handball Federation (IHF) and the Asian Handball Federation (AHF), is at the horizon. In an extra push for the way forward for the league and the game in India, the Asian Handball Federation has licensed and signed the Grants of Rights Agreement between the South Asian Handball Federation and Bluesport Entertainment Private Limited for the commercialization of Handball in South Asian international locations, giving exclusivity in India within the capability of the Confirming Party.
The settlement grants unique rights to Bluesport Entertainment for the promotion of Men’s handball extending to a duration of twenty years. As a part of the settlement, Asian Handball Federation representatives can be a part of the Premier Handball League Governing Council and head the Technical Committee. Furthermore, will reinforce the Premier Handball League via Player Transfers and officiating of the League. It can even get ready By-Laws and a Code of Conduct for members in alignment with the AHF rules.
For the South Asian Handball Federation, the settlement used to be signed through Mr Anandeshwar Pandey, Secretary General of the South Asian Handball Federation and on behalf of the Asian Handball Federation, it used to be Mr Bader Mohammed Al-Theyyab, Treasurer of the Asian Handball Federation and Vice -President of the International Handball Federation representing Asia.
“It is a momentous instance for everything of the Premier Handball workforce. We were construction a strong gadget at PHL to make certain that now not handiest the game of handball will get its wanted popularity, however this league must trade perceptions in regards to the sustainability of sports activities league round Olympic sports activities in India. With AHF and the South Asian Handball Federation’s backing, we’d be able to accomplish that purpose manner sooner and in addition make certain that the league has a sustained roadmap. Further, it makes it more straightforward for us to get get entry to to best Asian ability who can be part of the league,” mentioned Manu Agrawal, Founder and CEO of Bluesport Entertainment Private Limited.
Mr Bader Mohammed Al-Theyyab, Treasurer of the Asian Handball Federation and Vice-President of the International Handball Federation representing Asia have prime hopes for PHL. “India is a key market for Handball in Asia. The country is brimming with sporting talent and what it needs is a catalyst. We have had multiple deliberations with the host federation and the Bluesport Entertainment team and we are delighted to know their vision and commitment. We certainly feel that the Premier Handball League is going to become the cornerstone for the growth of the sport in the country. We are happy to extend all the required help to make the league a resounding success,” he mentioned.