The ISRL Season 2 Round 1 kicked off in spectacular style at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex in Pune. The home team, BB Racing, delivered a sensational performance to emerge as the overall winner of the opening round. Further, setting the tone for an action-packed season of the Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL).
Matt Moss Leads 450cc Class at ISRL Season 2 Round 1
The 450cc International Class at the ISRL Season 2 Round 1 saw high-speed drama and precision racing. Matt Moss (Australia) from BigRock Motorsports dominated the field aboard his Kawasaki KX450, recording a best lap of 53.579 seconds and completing 14 laps in 12:30.525 to secure the win.
Jordi Tixier (France) of BB Racing kept the pressure on Moss throughout, finishing just 1.263 seconds behind on his Honda CRF 450. Greg Aranda (France) from Indewheelers Motorsports claimed third, while Anthony Bourdon (France) of BB Racing and Maxime Desprey (France) of Indewheelers Motorsports rounded out the top five.
The 450cc race at the ISRL Season 2 Round 1 showcased world-class competition, furthermore, it has set the tone for the thrilling season ahead.
BB Racing’s Hunter Schlosser Triumphs in 250cc International Class at Round 1
In the 250cc International Class, Hunter Schlosser (USA) from BB Racing put in a flawless performance to take victory. Riding his Honda, Schlosser completed 10 laps in 10:04.093 with a best time of 55.830 seconds.
He narrowly edged out Calvin Fonvieille (France) from Indewheelers Motorsports, who finished just 0.487 seconds behind. Mickael Lamarque (France) secured third, while Lane Shaw (USA) from BB Racing finished fourth, adding valuable points to the team’s overall lead. The class saw intense wheel-to-wheel action, making it one of the highlights of the ISRL Season 2 Round 1.
Ben Hallgren Dominates 250cc India-Asia Mix Class at ISRL Season 2 Round 1
The 250cc India-Asia Mix Class featured a mix of emerging international and Indian talent. Ben Hallgren (Thailand) from Gujarat Trailblazers delivered a stunning performance, winning the race on his KTM SXF 250 with a best lap of 57.930 seconds and a total time of 8:18.069.
Teammate Delvintor Alfarizi (Indonesia) secured second place, followed by Witsarut Salangam (Thailand) from Indewheelers Motorsports in third. Indian riders Ikshan Shanbhag and Prajwal Vishwanath impressed the home crowd with top-10 finishes, showcasing India’s rising talent in the ISRL Season 2 Round 1.
Fans Celebrate the Energy of ISRL
The Pune event was more than just racing it was a festival of speed. Even the rain god could not stop the true spirit of Punekars and their love for motorsports. The Reise Moto Fan Park turned the venue into a motorsport carnival. The fans enjoyed live music, interactive games, food stalls, and exclusive merchandise, along with drizzles of rain. Thousands of fans filled the grandstands, celebrating the spirit of racing under the floodlights.
Mr. Eeshan Lokhande, Co-founder of ISRL, said, “Watching international stars race alongside Indian talent is a proud moment. India is no longer just a spectator; it’s now a strong competitor in world motorsport.”
Mr. Veer Patel, Co-founder and MD, said, “Pune’s enthusiasm and racing level show our progress.” The first round is proof that motorsport in India is evolving rapidly and winning global attention.”
Next Stop: Hyderabad for ISRL Season 2
Following the electrifying start in Pune, the ISRL Season 2 Round 1 momentum now heads to Hyderabad. Followed by the grand finale in Kozhikode, Kerala, on 20th and 21st December, 2025.
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