Punjab T10 Cricket League Gets New June Dates; International Stars Set to Ignite Amritsar

Chandigarh / Amritsar : Cricket enthusiasts in Punjab have a massive reason to celebrate as the highly anticipated Punjab T10 Cricket League has announced its rescheduled dates. Originally slated to take place from May 25 to May 31, 2026, the thrilling tournament will now electrify fans from June 14 to June 20, 2026. All the high-octane matches will be hosted at the prestigious Dashmesh Cricket Academy in Amritsar.

The buzz around the league reached a fever pitch following a grand launch ceremony held at the Hotel Ramada Encore in Zirakpur. The star-studded event featured the official unveiling of the tournament's glittering trophy and team jerseys, attended by a galaxy of stars from the sports and entertainment industries. Popular singer and actor Jagjeet Sandhu, Pollywood actor-director Sachin Rishi, and Bollywood-Pollywood actor and celebrity cricketer Rajiv Rishi graced the occasion.

The glamour quotient was amplified by a strong contingent from the Punjabi music and film fraternity, including Manavgeet Gill, Shivam Kathuria, Seerat Bajwa, Anushka Aggarwal, Kanji Podh, Sandy, Harvee, Veer Sandhu, Prabh Saini, Ale, Kabira, Sunny Vik, Haimi Music, Jind Universe, and Harpi Gill.

8 Franchises Ready for Battle
Organized by the Faryad Yuvak Club, the league will see eight powerhouse franchise teams competing for the ultimate glory:

Amritsar Alligators

Ludhiana Lions

Patiala Panthers

Bathinda Bulls

Firozpur Falcons

Jalandhar Jaguars

Mohali Monsters

Moga Mongooses

A Blend of Local Talent and Global Icons
The tournament promises a spectacular cricketing feast, blending emerging homegrown talent from Punjab with seasoned Indian and international icons. Fans can look forward to watching former Indian international and IPL stars like Manpreet Gony and Anureet Singh, alongside global cricket legends such as Thisara Perera, Ajantha Mendis, Chris Mpofu, and Aftab Alam. Adding a unique international flavor, players from the Canada National Cricket Team will also feature in the league.

Tournament Structure: The league stage matches will run from June 14 to June 19, culminating in the high-stakes semifinals and the grand finale on June 20.

The primary objective of the Punjab T10 Cricket League is to provide a robust platform for the state's youth, allowing them to share the dressing room and compete alongside world-class cricketers. With its fast-paced format and explosive talent pool, this tournament is set to revolutionize cricket culture across Punjab.

(Report by Prem Kumar)