Malaysian badminton entering the big leagues


Youth and Sports Minister Khairy Jamaluddin (centre) receiving a memento from Lee Chong Wei (right) as Looi Badminton Academy managing director Datuk Jack Koh looks on during the launch of the Malaysia Purple League. - S.S. KANESAN/ The Star

KUALA LUMPUR: An impressive league with big names and big money.

Welcome to Malaysia’s very own professional league - the Malaysia Purple League (MPL).

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

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Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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