Shillong, Sept 13: As the 11th season of the Indian Super League (ISL) kicks off on Friday, six promising local talents are set to make their mark in the top league in the country.

Aiban Dohling, a solid defender, will be donning the Kerala Blasters jersey. He brings experience and stability to their backline as they aim to start the season strong. Dohling with his current form, is sure to be in the starting lineup for the Blasters.

Meanwhile, Halen Nongtdu, a towering 19-year-old defender, is set to bolster Mumbai FC’s defense. His height and physicality make him a player to watch this season. The 19 year old will be mostly on the bench and expected to get only few minutes of game time.

Fans will be excited to see Redeem Talang, a popular name amongst the lot, fresh off winning the Durand Cup 2024 with NorthEast United FC. Talang’s flair will be key in the heart of the Highlanders attacking. But, he is doubtful to get much game time as he will have to fight for his spot in the starting 11 against the best of the best, Jithin M. S.

Newcomer Samuel L. Kynshi will make his ISL debut for the recently promoted Punjab FC. Joining him at the club is Ricky John Shabong, as both aim to make an impact in their first season at the top level. Both will be starting off from the bench but however Kynshi will be somehow get more game time.

Lastly is Padam Chettri, who will guard the goal for Mohammedan FC, another newly promoted team and one of the popular team from Kolkata. Chettri, named the I-League Best Goalkeeper (2022-2023). With his experience, Chettri is sure to be the main man to guard the goal of Mohammedan.

The Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season kicks off with ISL Champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant clashing against the ISL Cup Winners Mumbai City FC at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK) in Kolkata at 7:30 PM on Friday.

The Mariners have won both the ISL season openers they have played previously, against Kerala Blasters FC in 2020-21 and 2021-22. However, their record against the Islanders needs improvement, having won once against Mumbai City FC in their 10 fixtures so far. Yet, that solitary win was an important one, having come in the title-deciding match in April last season.

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