Lucknow, July 27 -- BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla praised the UPT20 League for its role in developing young cricketers from Uttar Pradesh and helping them earn opportunities further ahead.

The upcoming fourth edition of the UPT20 League will begin on August 14, with Kashi Rudras taking on Meerut Mavericks in the opening match, according to a press release.

"This is the fourth edition of the UPT20 League, and the impact it has made over the past three seasons is there for everyone to see. This year alone, 18 players from Uttar Pradesh featured in the IPL. Many of them got their breakthrough after performing well in the UPT20 League. IPL scouts closely follow this tournament, making it an important platform for young cricketers to sho...