Pooja Bhatt and Mahesh Bhatt at press conference of team 'Delhi Hoopers' 3BL in Mumbai

JUST DAYS to go for the final round of the inaugural season of 3x3 Pro Basketball League (3BL) in Mumbai, Delhi Hoopers 3BL have qualified to participate in two tournaments in FIBA 3x3 World Tour Masters– the Mexico City Masters and Hyderabad Masters on Sept 8-9 and 22-23 respectively.

Delhi Hoopers 3BL have already represented India at an international platform in 3x3 basketball for the first time at the Utsunomiya Masters in July 2018 and emerged ninth in the ranking charts. The current leader in 3BL score charts, they stand a chance to qualify for FIBA 3x3 World Tour Finals in Beijing, China in October 2018 if they manage to be in the top eight in both the World Tour Masters in September. This will be the landmark moment in history of basketball in India. It will mark the first time, an Indian 3x3 team has reached the finals of the prestigious FIBA 3x3 World Tour Final to compete against the best teams in the world.

3BL is just a days away from the ending of the inaugural season; post the sixth and final round in Mumbai on 25th and 26th August 2018. Team Delhi Hoopers have consistently led the rankings chart by winning all the rounds apart from the fourth round, which Bangalore Machas took away. Ahmedabad Wingers, Bangalore Machas, Hyderabad Ballers and Mumbai Hustlers have also shown strong performances in each of the rounds in Delhi, Aizawl, Kolkata, Chennai and Bangalore so far.

Extensive efforts have been made by 3BL towards grassroots development of the sport, with Indian basketball players being selected in the league and playing alongside international 3x3 superstars, matches being organised in high engagement places like malls and coaching clinics for young students in each of the cities. The response from athletes and audiences has been excellent as 3x3 basketball is the ideal blend of sports and entertainment.

Speaking about the qualification, Rohit Bakshi, League Commissioner, 3BL, said, “Delhi Hoopers have made history and set a benchmark for Indian 3x3 basketball players. Their participation in FIBA WORLD TOUR Mexico City Masters and Hyderabad Masters will give them a chance to compete against the best players in the world and possibly qualify for the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Finals this year. I strongly believe they have the potential to end up as one of the best 3x3 teams in the world.”

Actor-Filmmaker-Owner Pooja Bhatt said, “Delhi Hoopers has consistently delivered exceptional performances in the entire season of 3BL. They have been raising the bar with every single match with their talent and skills. I’m certain our players are going to make India proud at Mexico City Masters, Hyderabad Masters and eventually the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Finals in Beijing as well.

”Pooja Bhatt of Team Delhi Hoopers along with Co-owner Boxo Singh Sports Worldwide Pvt. Ltd said, “Delhi Hoopers has consistently delivered exceptional performances in the entire season of 3BL. They have been raising the bar with every single match with their talent and skills. I’m sure our players are going to make India proud at Mexico City Masters and Hyderabad Masters, and eventually the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Finals as well.”

Rohit Bakshi, Pooja Bhatt, Mahesh Bhatt, Inderbir Singh Gill and Bikramjit Singh

Kiran Shastri, Pooja Bhatt, Rohit Bakshi, Inderbir Singh Gill, Mahesh Bhatt and Bikramjit Singh

Leandro Lima, Kiran Shastri, Pooja Bhatt, Rohit Bakshi, Mahesh Bhatt, Inderbir Singh Gill, Bikramjit Singh and Vivek Singh

Leandro Lima, Kiran Shastri, Rohit Bakshi, Pooja Bhatt, Inderbir Singh Gill, Bikramjit Singh and Vivek Singh

Leandro Lima, Kiran Shastri, Rohit Bakshi, Pooja Bhatt, Mahesh Bhatt, Inderbir Singh Gill, Bikramjit Singh and Vivek Singh

Pooja Bhatt and Mahesh Bhatt

Pooja Bhatt and Mahesh Bhatt

Pooja Bhatt's 'Delhi Hoopers 3BL' team - Kiran Shastri, Inderbir Singh Gill, Rohit Bakshi, Bikramjit Singh and Leandro Lima

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