Kashmir Super League (KSL), also known as Khyber Cement Kashmir Super League due to sponsorship reasons, is a franchise-based professional football league held in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is the first corporate-owned, auction‑based football competition in the region . It was launched in 2025 to promote and provide a professional platform for players in the region.
The inaugural season was won by United Elegant FC who defeated Kashmir Avengers FC in a penalty shootout.
History The league was officially launched on 8 July 2025 by Sports Minister Satish Sharma along with other dignitaries. The trophy and team jerseys were unveiled at the ceremony.
Format The league features six teams competing in a round-robin format followed by playoffs. All matches are held at the TRC Turf Ground in Srinagar.
The league also adopts the Nivia ISL‑standard match ball, aligning it with national-level football protocols.
Sponsorship The league is primarily sponsored by Khyber Cement and powered by Athwas Hyundai. It is managed by Fucan Sports Pvt Ltd.
Teams Swift Strikers Athwas India XI New JK United FC Arco United FC Aqua Kashmir Avengers FC United Elegant FC
Champions SeasonChampionsRunners-upRef2025United Elegant FCKashmir Avengers FC2026Aqua Kashmir AvengersAthwas India XI
See also Kashmir Champions League Football in India Jammu and Kashmir Football Association TRC Turf Ground
References
External links Official website Kashmir Super League on Facebook