The Delhi &amp; District Cricket Association (DDCA) election process kick-started on Thursday (Dec 13) as former India World Cup winner Kirti Azad runs for the top post. With the elections set to take place between 13 and 15 December, Azad has promised a series of initiatives in his manifesto in running for the president’s post. Altogether 3748 members are likely to vote in the elections on three days with the vote counting taking place on Monday (Dec 16).

<h2>Azad addresses media ahead of elections</h2>

In this address to the media, Azad said, “The members of DDCA have long been denied their rightful status under the sun. The grants that the association has been receiving have been mismanaged. There is no proper auditing of the books of accounts. Members of the association have borne the brunt of facilities being denied which is rightfully theirs. More importantly, DDCA, under Rohan Jaitley, have failed to upgrade the stadium infrastructure as was promised”.

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The panel led by Azad has made eye-catching promises if they come into power including world-class facilities for players and members. The manifesto also includes grassroots developments for women’s cricket and community engagement.

Under the transformative 10-point agenda, Azad will exercise his power to build a world-class members block, automatic life membership for senior citizens, automated entry cards and others.

Currently, the panel is headed by the son of former Union Minister Arun Jaitley–Rohan but will face a tough fight in the three-day elections if his panel is to return to power.

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The Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) election process kick-started on Thursday (Dec 13) as former India World Cup winner Kirti Azad runs for the top post.

The Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) election process kick-started on Thursday (Dec 13) as former India World Cup winner Kirti Azad runs for the top post. With the elections set to take place between 13 and 15 December, Azad has promised a series of initiatives in his manifesto in running for the president’s post. Altogether 3748 members are likely to vote in the elections on three days with the vote counting taking place on Monday (Dec 16). Azad addresses media ahead of elections In this address to the media, Azad said, “The members of DDCA have long been denied their rightful status under the sun. The grants that the association has been receiving have been mismanaged. There is no proper auditing of the books of accounts. Members of the association have borne the brunt of facilities being denied which is rightfully theirs. More importantly, DDCA, under Rohan Jaitley, have failed to upgrade the stadium infrastructure as was promised”. ALSO READ | BGT, Gabba Test Preview: Redemption or repetition? India-Australia gear up for blockbuster clash The panel led by Azad has made eye-catching promises if they come into power including world-class facilities for players and members. The manifesto also includes grassroots developments for women’s cricket and community engagement. Under the transformative 10-point agenda, Azad will exercise his power to build a world-class members block, automatic life membership for senior citizens, automated entry cards and others. Currently, the panel is headed by the son of former Union Minister Arun Jaitley–Rohan but will face a tough fight in the three-day elections if his panel is to return to power. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Indian World Cup winner Kirti Azad makes big promises ahead of DDCA elections

Delhi Premier League 2024: West Delhi Lions are all set to lock horns with North Delhi Strikers in the third match of the Delhi Premier League 2024&nbsp;tournament.&nbsp;

The first match of the tournament saw South Delhi Rockers defeat the Rishabh Pant-led team by three wickets. The second match between East Delhi Riders and Central Delhi Kings will feature stars like Suyash Sharma, Harshit Rana, and Navdeep Saini, in the game.&nbsp;

<h2>Delhi Premier League 2024: West Delhi Lions vs North Delhi Strikers Live-Streaming Details</h2>

<h2>When will the match between West Delhi Lions and North Delhi Strikers be played?-Date</h2>

The West Delhi Lions vs North Delhi Strikers match will be played on 18 August, Sunday.&nbsp;

<h2>When will the match between West Delhi Lions and North Delhi Strikers start?-Time</h2>

The West Delhi Lions vs North Delhi Strikers match will begin at 7:00 pm&nbsp;IST.&nbsp;

<h2>Where will the match between the West Delhi Lions and North Delhi Strikers be played?</h2>

The West Delhi Lions vs North Delhi Strikers match will be played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi.&nbsp;

<h2>Where to watch the match between West Delhi Lions and North Delhi Strikers on TV?</h2>

The West Delhi Lions vs North Delhi Strikers match will be broadcast live on Sport 18 2 TV channel.

<h2>Where to see live stream of the match between West Delhi Lions and North Delhi Strikers online?</h2>

The West Delhi Lions vs North Delhi Strikers match will be streamed live on the JioCinema app and website for free.&nbsp;

<h2>All you need to know about the West Delhi Lions vs North Delhi Strikers DPL 2024</h2>

Date: 18 August 
Time: 7:00 PM IST 
Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium

West Delhi Lions Squad 2024: Hrithik Shokeen, Navdeep Saini, Dev Lakra, Deepak Punia, Shivank Vashisth, Akhil Chaudhary, Ayush Doseja, Krish Yadav, Anmol Sharma, Yugal Saini, Ankit Rajesh Kumar, Vivek Yadav, Aryan Dalal, Masab Alam, Ekansh Dobal, Shivam Gupta, Yogesh Kumar, Suryakant Chauhan, Tishant Dabla, Ibrahim Ahmad Masoodi

North Delhi Strikers Squad 2024: Harshit Rana, Suyash Sharma, Pranshu Vijayran, Vaibhav Kandpal, Kshitiz Sharma, Vaibhav Rawal, Yash Dabas, Pranav Rajvanshi, Manan Bhardwaj, Yash Bhatia, Yatish Singh, Aman Bharti, Yajas Sharma, Sarthak Ranjan, Anirudh Choudhary, Shivam, Yatharth Singh, Sidhhartha Solanki, Dhruv Chauhan, Yuvraj Rathi

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Delhi Premier League 2024: West Delhi Lions are all set to lock horns with North Delhi Strikers in the third match of the Delhi Premier League 2024 tournament. The first match of the tournament saw South Delhi Rockers defeat the Rishabh Pant-led team by three wickets.

Delhi Premier League 2024: West Delhi Lions are all set to lock horns with North Delhi Strikers in the third match of the Delhi Premier League 2024 tournament. The first match of the tournament saw South Delhi Rockers defeat the Rishabh Pant-led team by three wickets. The second match between East Delhi Riders and Central Delhi Kings will feature stars like Suyash Sharma, Harshit Rana, and Navdeep Saini, in the game. Delhi Premier League 2024: West Delhi Lions vs North Delhi Strikers Live-Streaming Details When will the match between West Delhi Lions and North Delhi Strikers be played?-Date The West Delhi Lions vs North Delhi Strikers match will be played on 18 August, Sunday. When will the match between West Delhi Lions and North Delhi Strikers start?-Time The West Delhi Lions vs North Delhi Strikers match will begin at 7:00 pm IST. Where will the match between the West Delhi Lions and North Delhi Strikers be played? The West Delhi Lions vs North Delhi Strikers match will be played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi. Where to watch the match between West Delhi Lions and North Delhi Strikers on TV? The West Delhi Lions vs North Delhi Strikers match will be broadcast live on Sport 18 2 TV channel. Where to see live stream of the match between West Delhi Lions and North Delhi Strikers online? The West Delhi Lions vs North Delhi Strikers match will be streamed live on the JioCinema app and website for free. All you need to know about the West Delhi Lions vs North Delhi Strikers DPL 2024 Date: 18 August Time: 7:00 PM IST Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium West Delhi Lions Squad 2024: Hrithik Shokeen, Navdeep Saini, Dev Lakra, Deepak Punia, Shivank Vashisth, Akhil Chaudhary, Ayush Doseja, Krish Yadav, Anmol Sharma, Yugal Saini, Ankit Rajesh Kumar, Vivek Yadav, Aryan Dalal, Masab Alam, Ekansh Dobal, Shivam Gupta, Yogesh Kumar, Suryakant Chauhan, Tishant Dabla, Ibrahim Ahmad Masoodi North Delhi Strikers Squad 2024: Harshit Rana, Suyash Sharma, Pranshu Vijayran, Vaibhav Kandpal, Kshitiz Sharma, Vaibhav Rawal, Yash Dabas, Pranav Rajvanshi, Manan Bhardwaj, Yash Bhatia, Yatish Singh, Aman Bharti, Yajas Sharma, Sarthak Ranjan, Anirudh Choudhary, Shivam, Yatharth Singh, Sidhhartha Solanki, Dhruv Chauhan, Yuvraj Rathi (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi Premier League 2024: West Delhi Lions vs North Delhi Strikers Live-Streaming details

The Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium in Delhi has geared up to host the World Cup 2023 starting next week. The Cricket Stadium in the capital city has undergone several changes in recent months to prepare for the marquee event. As the ICC Cricket World Cup trophy made a stop-over at the venue on Thursday (Sep 28), the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) asked the ground staff, headed by chief curator Ankit Datta, to unveil the new-look outfield to the senior administrators during the ceremony.

This gesture from the association was to acknowledge the efforts put in by the ground staff to ready the stadium in time for the World Cup 2023.

Following the IPL earlier this year, the ground staff at the Arun Jaitley Stadium got into overdrive,&nbsp;making new pitches on the centre square, alongside adding two new strips on the practice areas.&nbsp;

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The square was dug up one-and-a-half feet to create two pitches beside each side of the main square while preparing one new pitch at each practice area. Although this process takes around four months from start to finish, the ground staff at this venue has completed it within two months.

Per DDCA President Rohan Jaitley, special arrangements have been made to give the ground a new look.

“A lot of work has gone into the outfield and ground maintenance. Making new pitches is a special effort. We have got Bermuda Selection 1 grass for the outfield so that it maintains its lush look. We have also bought a cover from England that covers the entire ground. It will be easier to start the game if there is rain around," Rohan Jaitley told the Times of India (TOI).

<h2>Washrooms undergo major work, dressing rooms renovated</h2>

Rohan said that outside of the outfield, the infrastructure has also undergone some major changes, with seats throughout the stadium being changed. It will be a new-look structure with an emphasis on providing fans with a wonderful experience.&nbsp;

Washrooms have undergone some quality work too, while changes have been made to the dressing room as well.

"Special emphasis has been put on the experience for the fans. The infrastructure has been overhauled, not just renovated. Washrooms have undergone major work. The dressing rooms have been renovated. Water dispensers have been installed at every corner, and every air conditioning vent has been redone," Jaitley added.

The venue will host its first game between South Africa and Sri Lanka on October 7.

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The Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium in Delhi has geared up to host the World Cup 2023 starting next week. The Cricket Stadium in the capital city has undergone several changes in recent months to prepare for the marquee event.

The Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium in Delhi has geared up to host the World Cup 2023 starting next week. The Cricket Stadium in the capital city has undergone several changes in recent months to prepare for the marquee event. As the ICC Cricket World Cup trophy made a stop-over at the venue on Thursday (Sep 28), the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) asked the ground staff, headed by chief curator Ankit Datta, to unveil the new-look outfield to the senior administrators during the ceremony. This gesture from the association was to acknowledge the efforts put in by the ground staff to ready the stadium in time for the World Cup 2023. Following the IPL earlier this year, the ground staff at the Arun Jaitley Stadium got into overdrive, making new pitches on the centre square, alongside adding two new strips on the practice areas. ALSO READ: PCB chief Zaka Ashraf indirectly calls India 'enemy country' ahead of CWC '23, video goes viral - Watch The square was dug up one-and-a-half feet to create two pitches beside each side of the main square while preparing one new pitch at each practice area. Although this process takes around four months from start to finish, the ground staff at this venue has completed it within two months. Per DDCA President Rohan Jaitley, special arrangements have been made to give the ground a new look. “A lot of work has gone into the outfield and ground maintenance. Making new pitches is a special effort. We have got Bermuda Selection 1 grass for the outfield so that it maintains its lush look. We have also bought a cover from England that covers the entire ground. It will be easier to start the game if there is rain around," Rohan Jaitley told the Times of India (TOI). Washrooms undergo major work, dressing rooms renovated Rohan said that outside of the outfield, the infrastructure has also undergone some major changes, with seats throughout the stadium being changed. It will be a new-look structure with an emphasis on providing fans with a wonderful experience. Washrooms have undergone some quality work too, while changes have been made to the dressing room as well. "Special emphasis has been put on the experience for the fans. The infrastructure has been overhauled, not just renovated. Washrooms have undergone major work. The dressing rooms have been renovated. Water dispensers have been installed at every corner, and every air conditioning vent has been redone," Jaitley added. The venue will host its first game between South Africa and Sri Lanka on October 7. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Two new pitches added, all seats changed: Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium gets makeover for World Cup showdown