About Us - Punjab De Sher

Punjab De Sher is a franchise of Celebrity Cricket League (CCL).

Team Punjab De Sher

Punjab De Sher, the proud Punjabi franchise of the Celebrity Cricket League (CCL), brings together the excitement of cricket and the vibrancy of Punjabi entertainment. Jointly owned and promoted by Mr. Puneet Singh and Mr. Navraj Hans, the team celebrates the true spirit, pride, and passion of Punjab on and off the field.

Led by captain Sonu Sood, and supported by iconic Brand Ambassadors Daler Mehndi and Padma Shri Hans Raj Hans, Punjab De Sher is powered by a star-studded lineup including Harrdy Sandhu, Ammy Virk, Binnu Dhillon, Aparshakti Khurana, Meet Brothers, Gurpreet Ghuggi, and many more.

Representing millions of Punjabi fans worldwide, Punjab De Sher stands as a symbol of teamwork, entertainment, and cultural pride—making every match a celebration of Punjab’s unstoppable energy.

Brand Ambassadors

PADMA SHRI HANS RAJ HANS

Punjab De Sher consider it a proud privilege to be mentored by a personality of the stature of Shri Hans Raj Hans (Padma Shri).

A performer who has dominated the Punjabi music scenario on the strength of his mellifluous voice which is unforgettable in any genre, he is particularly renowned for the folk and Punjabi music which he has promoted across the entire world. A spiritualist, politician and performer, he dons all mantles with ease and grace and Team Punjab de sher is grateful for the hand of blessing which he has extended to the team.

DALER MEHNDI

TEAM PUNJAB DE SHER IS PROUD TO HAVE THE PROLIFICALLY TALENTED AND PROMINENT ARTISTE DALER MEHNDI AS BRAND AMBASSADOR.

The Superlative performer who pioneered the pop culture in India and took the entire globe by storm right from the world go-with his first record breaking smash album Bolo Ta Ra Ra Ra’ is a Performer / Singer / entertainer Extraordinaire who has enthralled global audiences for well over two decades now, his latest pet project is the Punjab De Sher Team which he enhances with the luster of his interest and presence now.

OWNERS

PUNEET SINGH

Puneet Singh is the Managing Director of Colab Platforms Ltd, a listed sports-tech and innovation-led company building scalable ecosystems at the intersection of sports, media, technology, and fan engagement. With an entrepreneurial career spanning finance, real estate, hospitality, and education, Puneet is known for his strategic foresight and ability to build future-ready platforms.

He is also the Founder of Clapstem Entertainment, a leading content studio that has produced 1000+ hours of television and digital content, including acclaimed films, series, and music-driven formats, driven by a strong passion for storytelling and audience engagement.

In the global sports ecosystem, Puneet owns and promotes marquee cricket IPs. He leads the Australia Champions franchise in the World Championship of Legends (WCL), now recognized as the second most-watched cricket league in the world. He is the Chief Patron of the Big Cricket League (BCL), the world’s first Pro-Am cricket league, uniquely blending professional cricketers with talented amateurs and fan participation. Puneet is also the Co-Founder of the Entertainers Cricket League (ECL), a pioneering league that brings together India’s leading social media influencers and content creators under one competitive sporting platform. Through these ventures, Puneet Singh continues to redefine the convergence of sport, entertainment, and digital culture.

NAVRAJ HANS

An emerging youth style icon, Navraj Hans is a dynamic singer, performer, actor, and entrepreneur who draws attention wherever he goes. Carrying forward the rich musical legacy of his father, Padma Shri Hans Raj Hans, Navraj has successfully carved a distinct identity for himself in the Indian music and entertainment industry. His passion for music, cricket, and entrepreneurship makes him a true multi-talented personality.

Navraj has delivered several popular Punjabi and Bollywood hits including Saiyaan, Saiyaan 2, Goli, Purani Jeans, Chote Chote Peg, Mundiyan To Bach Ke Rahi, and Gud Naal Ishq Mitha, establishing himself as a powerful and youth-driven voice across generations. His versatility and energetic performances have earned him widespread recognition and a loyal fan following.

He made his Punjabi film debut in 2013 as one of the highest-paid newcomers in Punjabi cinema with Marriage Da Garriage, followed by notable performances in films such as RSVP and Viah 70 KM. Beyond music and cinema, Navraj’s innate love for cricket and sports entrepreneurship reflects his belief in blending entertainment with competitive spirit.

Advisors

Sahil Makkar

Sahil Makkar is the Chairman & CEO of Punjab Angels Network, a Fellow Chartered Accountant, and an alumnus of the Indian School of Business (ISB), with executive education from IIM Bangalore. He is the author of two widely referenced books—How to Raise Start-up Funding in India and How to Manage Finance @ Start-ups.

A nationally recognized strategic advisor and exponential thought leader, Sahil brings over 13 years of experience in capital raising (equity & debt), mergers & acquisitions, and business scale-ups. He has worked extensively with venture capital firms, private equity funds, family offices, investment banks, and high-net-worth investors.

Known for his forward-thinking approach, Sahil combines financial strategy with innovation and ecosystem building, and is deeply committed to leveraging technology and entrepreneurship to create sustainable, inclusive growth.

Munish Rao

Munish Rao is the Owner of MR Enterprises, a boutique Sports and Investment Advisory Firm. Munish brings in a wealth of experience in Business Consulting, Strategy and Advisory, Sports Advisory, Brand tie-ups, Investments, Collaborations & Sponsorship leveraging his global exposure and relationships, industry knowledge, skills and experience gained with his experience in India, Middle East and South-East Asia. Munish is a co-founder of Australia based Sports Startup “FreeAgent” and founding member of the Management Board of Association for Sports Industry Professionals.
With over 2 decades of professional experience, Munish has worked closely with teams of MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma contributing towards developing their Sports IP’s / Sports Ventures and further scaling them up globally through business development.
Munish has strong relationships with the athletes and strategic minds in the Sports sector nationally and internationally and carries outstanding relationships with key stakeholders in the Sports ecosystem. Munish has an in-depth understanding of Sports Leagues and has been adding a lot of value to Punjab De Sher.