‘Punch to the gut’: Indian football thrown into chaos with Jamshedpur withdrawal from ISL | John Duerden

Tata Steel has announced the withdrawal of Jamshedpur FC from the Indian Super League (ISL), dealing a significant blow to Indian football. The company stated it wishes to focus more intensely on grassroots development rather than continuing its involvement in the top-flight league. The sudden departure has been described as a 'punch to the gut' for the ISL, creating considerable uncertainty heading into the 2025-26 season.