The InBL Pro U25 Basketball league, a developmental professional basketball competition in India, has been underway since February 2, 2025, at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium in New Delhi.
The InBL Pro U25 Basketball League features six teams- Chennai Heat, Delhi Dribblers, Gujarat Stallions, Hyderabad Falcons, Mumbai Titans, and Punjab Warriors.
Several matches have already been played, with teams showcasing competitive performances. The season opener saw the Delhi Dribblers securing a thrilling victory in their face off against the Mumbai Titans.
The following day, the Hyderabad Falcons took on the Gujarat Stallions and dominated the game with a commanding lead throughout the match, with a 96-71 win.
On February 4, Chennai Heat defeated Punjab Warriors 77-65. Chennai Heat emerged victorious, demonstrating effective defense and efficient scoring and they continued their winning streak against Gujarat Stallions with a 74-66 victory.
Delhi Dribblers faced a setback on February 6, losing to Hyderabad Falcons 77-100 but they bounced back with a well-fought win of 90–80 over Chennai Heat in their next match.
Punjab Warriors showcased their strength with a comfortable win against Mumbai Titans with the score of 100-78 but they lost their third match against Gujarat Stallions. The Stallions secured their first victory of the season with a 83-76 win.
Monday Mumbai Titans took their first victory of the season overpowering the table-topping Hyderabad Falcons 95-79. But the Falcons came back to form with a nail biting 88-84 win against Punjab Warriors.
On 11th February 2025 the Gujarat Stallions took on the Delhi Dribblers and played an intense game of basketball that saw the lead change 30 times and lead to the first overtime of the season to secure a 95-90 win.
*Team Standings (as of February 11, 2025):*
- Hyderabad Falcons-3 wins, 1 loss
- Chennai Heat- 2 wins, 1 loss
- Gujarat Stallions-2wins, 2 losses
- Delhi Dribblers-2 wins, 2 losses
- Mumbai Titans-1 win, 2 losses
- Punjab Warriors- 1 win, 3 losses
(Please note that these standings are subject to change as the tournament progresses.)
Trendon Hankerson is leading the pack in terms of individual performances, while other international players such as Alex Robinson Jr., Dalph Panopio, Liam Judd, and Jack Purchase have been putting on amazing shows.
Indian players such as Kushal Singh, Arvind Kumar, Gurbaz Sandhu, Harsh Dargar, Pranav Prince, and Prince Tyagi have demonstrated some incredible skills on the court.
The INBL Pro U25 League 2025 has already delivered thrilling Basketball action, with standout performances and intense competition and continues to build momentum with several exciting matches lined up.
The tournament has gained significant attention, with matches being broadcast live on multiple Sony Sports channels and additionally, due to international demand, the league has expanded its reach by streaming live on YouTube.
As the tournament progresses, Basketball enthusiasts can look forward to more exciting matches and emerging talents, contributing to the growth and development of basketball in India.
