Raipur, Oct. 13 -- One of India's most decorated field hockey players, Sardar Singh has been announced as the League Ambassador of the inaugural Chhattisgarh Hockey League. India's first-ever hockey league organised by a State Government, Chhattisgarh Hockey League's inaugural season will be held from 21st October to 1st November at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Hockey Stadium in Raipur.

The six franchises were also unveiled at an event held today - Chakradhar Champions, Nyayadhani Knights, Rajdhani Royals, Mainpat Titans, Sanskardhani Strikers and Bailadila Bulls who were each allotted a 22-member squad and a Head Coach through a Team Draw, according to a press release from CHL.

"Having someone of Sardar Singh's stature as...