Hyderabad, Dec 6: The Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL) Season 2 delivered a spectacular night of high-octane action as Round 2 roared to life at the GMC Balayogi Athletic Stadium, Gachibowli.
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event was flagged off by Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, while ISRL's Brand Ambassador and megastar Salman Khan amped up the energy with his presence, sending the crowd of over 18,000 roaring fans into a frenzy.
Riding a wave of growing national enthusiasm for Supercross, Team Gujarat Trailblazers emerged as the overall leaders after the Hyderabad round, strengthening their championship charge ahead of the Season 2 finale.
International Champions Shine Under Hyderabad's Lights
The night witnessed world-class performances across categories as international riders battled Indian talent on Indian soil.
- Anthony Bourdon (France) of BB Racing dominated the 450cc International Class, storming to victory aboard his Honda CRF 450R.
- Calvin Fonvieille (France) from Indewheelers Motorsports clinched the 250cc International Class riding a Yamaha YZ 250.
- In the fiercely contested 250cc India-Asia Mix Category, Nakami Makarim (Indonesia) of Bigrock Motorsports SX powered his Kawasaki KX 250 to a commanding win.
The combination of global talent and Indian riders elevated the level of racing, thrilling spectators who witnessed world-class Supercross under the floodlights.
A Night That Showcased Hyderabad on the Global Sporting Map
Flagging off the event, CM Revanth Reddy praised ISRL's vision and the state's commitment to creating opportunities in sport: "Telangana has always believed in empowering youth through world-class sports infrastructure and opportunities. Welcoming international-standard motorsport leagues like ISRL reflects our commitment to innovation in sport, job creation, tourism growth, and positioning Hyderabad firmly on the global sporting map. "
Salman Khan Electrifies the Arena
The presence of megastar Salman Khan sent the stadium into overdrive. The actor, who has become the face of ISRL's youth-centric messaging, lauded the spirit of the event.
"The energy in Hyderabad tonight was unbelievable. Watching Indian and international riders push their limits together on Indian soil was truly thrilling. ISRL is creating something meaningful for the youth of our country, where talent meets opportunity with world-class safety standards. "
ISRL's Vision: Making India a Global Motorsport Destination
ISRL Co-Founder and Managing Director Mr. Veer Patel celebrated the monumental crowd response and growing traction of Supercross in India.
"Tonight marks a landmark moment for ISRL and every aspiring Indian rider. A packed stadium cheering relentlessly reflects how deeply motorsport is resonating with Indian youth. We are grateful to the Government of Telangana for supporting our vision to build a world-class motorsport ecosystem. "
The Hyderabad round featured a truly global rider roster, with athletes from Australia, France, USA, Germany, Thailand, South Africa and 21 countries competing alongside India's leading riders such as Rugved Barguje and Ikshan Shanbhag. With 36+ international athletes taking part in Season 2, ISRL has firmly positioned India as a rising global hub for Supercross racing.
The off-track engagement amplified the excitement, creating an immersive motorsport carnival for families, youth, and enthusiasts alike.
Road to the Grand Finale: Kozhikode Awaits
With Gujarat Trailblazers leading the standings, ISRL Season 2 now shifts to Kozhikode, Kerala, where the Grand Finale will take place on December 21, 2025, at the EMS Corporation Stadium. Fans can expect the most intense and high-stakes race of the season as riders battle for championship glory.
As ISRL continues its mission to elevate Indian motorsport, Hyderabad's roaring success marks another step toward shaping India's future champions - and cementing its place on the global Supercross map.
