The team stands as one of six formidable contenders in India's first-ever professional archery league
Mumbai, September 18, 2025: Tata Steel is proud to announce its team ‘Chero Archers’ for the inaugural edition of the Archery Premier League (APL), marking another significant step in the Company's long-standing commitment to nurturing sporting talent across India.
Archery Premier League, the country’s first-ever professional archery league, is modelled on the successful formats of Indian Premier League (IPL), Indian Super League (ISL), and Pro Kabaddi, and aims to showcase precision, passion, and sporting excellence on a national stage.
The landmark announcement and player selection of the Archery Premier League was held today at The Lalit Hotel, New Delhi, in the presence of Hon’ble Shri Arjun Munda, President of the Archery Association of India, Shri Virendra Sachdeva, Secretary General of the Archery Association of India, national coaches, and senior office bearers of the Association.
Representing Tata Steel at the prestigious event were D.B. Sundara Ramam, Vice President – Corporate Services, Mukul Vinayak Choudhari, Chief, Sports, and Purnima Mahato, Head Coach – Tata Archery Academy, and coach of the Indian Archery team.
Commenting on the occasion, D.B. Sundara Ramam, Vice President – Corporate Services, Tata Steel, said: “At Tata Steel, sports is a way of life and we have always believed in the power of sport to inspire. The launch of the Archery Premier League marks a historic moment for Indian sports, and we are proud to be part of it with our team - Chero Archers. We look forward to supporting the growth of archery at the national level and celebrating the incredible talent that this league will bring to the fore.”
Named "Chero Archers", the team embodies Jharkhand’s rich tribal heritage and pays homage to the resilience and fighting spirit of the historic Chero dynasty. The team's emblem powerfully symbolises steel-forged strength, traditional tribal patterns, and a forward-looking vision aimed at future victories.
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About Archery Premier League
The Archery Premier League is a landmark moment in the professionalisation of archery in India. By bringing together top international archers and the best Indian talent, the league sets the stage for a thrilling, action-packed season ahead.
The inaugural Archery Premier League will see six formidable teams battle for the championship, each proudly representing the cultural heritage and sporting spirit of their region:
Each team will field 8 archers (4 Recurve and 4 Compound), including 2 international players, bringing global experience and competitiveness to the league. In total, 48 archers will showcase their skills in this historic sporting event.
