Exciting Developments at ISRL Season 3 Riders Auction
Thrilling Moments at the ISRL Auction
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], November 11: The Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL), recognized as the only franchise-based supercross platform globally, showcased an exhilarating Season 3 Riders Auction.
The auction was marked by fierce bidding and the introduction of new talent, highlighting the evolution of Supercross in India into a prominent stage for professional athletes and entertainment, as noted in a recent press release.
ISRL stands out as the sole motorsport entity worldwide that employs a formal bidding and auction process, merging sports, commerce, and entertainment in a unique way.
Competitors from Australia, Europe, the USA, Indonesia, Japan, and South Asia took center stage, keeping team owners engaged and reinforcing ISRL's status as the fastest-growing motorsport league in India.
Countries like France, the USA, Thailand, Indonesia, and Australia led the auction, with 13 riders being selected across various teams.
Season 3 features four categories: 450cc International, 250cc International, 250cc India Asia Mix, and 250cc Group ‘A’ Foreign Bikes Only – Indian Futures. The league continues to nurture local talent, with 30 Indian riders registered in the Indian Futures and 250cc India Asia Mix categories. The newly introduced Indian Futures category aims to provide a dedicated platform for emerging Indian riders to compete at an international level.
“ISRL is not merely establishing a racing league; we are fostering a new sports economy in India where athletes, teams, brands, and fans unite. The Season 3 auction has demonstrated that India is poised to support motorsport on a large scale, marking the start of our global journey,” stated Eeshan Lokhande, Director of the Indian Supercross Racing League.
The highest bid of the night went to Luke Clout, who commanded a staggering ₹21,46,000, making him the most coveted rider of the auction.
Local rider Rugved Barguje also made headlines, securing a contract worth ₹6,50,000, one of the highest amounts ever for an Indian in the ISRL Season 3 auction.
Indewheelers Motorsports retained their Season 2 riders, including France's Calvin Fonvieille in the 250cc International category and Thailand's Witsarut Salangam in the 250cc India & Asia Mix category, for the upcoming season.
The intense competition for riders like Rugved Barguje, Thanarat Penjan, Anthony Bourdon, and Luke Clout led to some of the most dramatic bidding moments of the night, with franchises engaging in relentless back-and-forth raises.
At just 16 years old, Muhammad Athar Alghifari from Indonesia became the youngest athlete to be signed by Gujarat Trailblazers in the 250cc India & Asia Category, indicating a shift towards a new generation in the league.
PBG Ducati Legacy Racing successfully secured Matt Moss, Reid Taylor, and Jack Nunn.
A record total of ₹4,50,00,000 was spent by the six franchise teams, showcasing the increasing commercial viability of ISRL through this auction.
In total, 135 athletes, comprising 105 international and 30 Indian riders, were auctioned, with 42 riders successfully sold.
Fans can catch the ISRL live from December 26 to February 2027 in major Indian cities and engage online with #FlirtWithDirt. With the rider lineup finalized, all eyes are on Round 1 as ISRL embarks on its third season, promising an unmatched blend of racing, entertainment, and fan interaction.