Ahmedabad’s Startup Scene Just Got a Cricket Championship

Jatin Chaudhary

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Ahmedabad’s Startup Scene Just Got a Cricket Championship

Every Thursday evening in Ahmedabad, pitches will be judged not by investors - but by umpires.

The eChai Startup Cricket Championship kicks off this Thursday, April 17th, bringing together founders, operators, and community builders for something far more grounded: actual tennis ball ground cricket.

The format is simple and serious.

8 teams. 2 groups. Each team plays 3 league matches.
The top 4 teams from a combined points table make it to the semifinals - culminating in a final showdown on May 29th.

All matches will be 12 overs, fast-paced and founder-fueled.

What makes this league different?

Every player is from the startup ecosystem. No outside sign-ups. Team owners will draft from a curated pool of eChai members - those who build, scale, and now… play.

More than just a game, this league is a reflection of how communities grow stronger - not just through meetups and mixers, but by showing up, playing hard, and building relationships that go beyond work.

Game on.

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The eChai Effect - In Their Words

"eChai isn’t just a startup community … it’s a mindset . eChai has been one of the most impactful communities in my entrepreneurial journey. It’s been a turning point . In a world where building something can often feel isolating, eChai gave me a sense of belonging. I’ve found mentors, collaborators, and friends here — people who genuinely want to see you succeed. It’s a space where ideas are challenged, actions are celebrated, and founders grow not just in scale, but in clarity and confidence. From late-night ideas to early-morning pitches, this community has quietly but powerfully shaped the way I build, think, and dream. I’ll always be grateful for the way eChai creates spaces where founders don’t just grow businesses — they grow together."

Koumal Kalantry

Founder, Bignano Ventures

"For me, eChai is a second home. I've been associated with it since the early days, when it was already setting a different tone for how startup communities could work. As a traditional business owner entering the new-age D2C space, eChai supported me in every direction. Over the years, it became my window to the startup world — and also gave me lifelong friends who continue to show up, for business and beyond."

Pankaj Bhimani

Founder, 58miles

"eChai has played a truly pivotal role in HummingBird’s journey — even before Day Zero. From ideation to establishment and into growth, it’s been a constant source of support. It connected me with incredible people who’ve become more than just friends. One of the biggest reasons I chose to stay in Ahmedabad is because of the eChai community. It has shaped my growth — both personally and professionally — in ways that are hard to articulate. Honestly, words fall short when I try to express what eChai means to me. I’m deeply thankful and forever grateful to eChai for being such an integral part of my journey."

Harsha Bhurani

Founder, HummingBird Consulting Group

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