The Bengal Pro T20 League 2026 runs from June 5 to June 21, 2026, with 28 league-stage matches, 2 semi-finals, and a grand final scheduled at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
This is Season 3 of the CAB-organised franchise T20 competition, and it features 8 men’s teams battling in a round-robin format. Furthermore, JioHotstar takes over as the official streaming partner for the 2026 edition.
Here is the complete schedule, team list, key players, and everything you need to follow the tournament.
Bengal Pro T20 League 2026: Quick Overview
Before jumping into the full fixture list, here is a snapshot of the essential tournament details.
| Aspect | Info |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Bengal Pro T20 League 2026 (Season 3) |
| Organiser | Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) |
| Duration | June 5 – June 21, 2026 |
| Total Matches | 31 (28 league + 2 semi-finals + 1 final) |
| Format | Round Robin + Playoffs (Top 4 qualify) |
| Teams | 8 men’s teams |
| Venue (Men’s) | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| Venue (Women’s) | JU Salt Lake Campus, Kolkata |
| Match Timings (IST) | 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM (double-headers) |
| Defending Champion (Men’s) | Adamas Howrah Warriors (2025) |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
Bengal Pro T20 League 2026 Full Schedule
The league stage follows a single round-robin format where every team plays 7 matches. As a result, the top 4 teams on the points table advance to the semi-finals on June 20, and the final takes place on June 21.
All match timings below are in IST (Indian Standard Time). Most days feature double-headers at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
League Stage Matches (June 5 – June 19)
| No. | Date | Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jun 5 (Fri) | 7:00 PM | Howrah Warriors vs Purulia Royals | Eden Gardens |
| 2 | Jun 6 (Sat) | 1:00 PM | Murshidabad Kings vs Malda Smashers | Eden Gardens |
| 3 | Jun 6 (Sat) | 7:00 PM | Rarh Tigers vs Siliguri Strikers | Eden Gardens |
| 4 | Jun 7 (Sun) | 1:00 PM | Medinipur Wizards vs Howrah Warriors | Eden Gardens |
| 5 | Jun 7 (Sun) | 7:00 PM | Purulia Royals vs Kolkata Tigers | Eden Gardens |
| 6 | Jun 8 (Mon) | 1:00 PM | Malda Smashers vs Rarh Tigers | Eden Gardens |
| 7 | Jun 8 (Mon) | 7:00 PM | Siliguri Strikers vs Murshidabad Kings | Eden Gardens |
| 8 | Jun 9 (Tue) | 1:00 PM | Kolkata Tigers vs Howrah Warriors | Eden Gardens |
| 9 | Jun 9 (Tue) | 7:00 PM | Malda Smashers vs Siliguri Strikers | Eden Gardens |
| 10 | Jun 10 (Wed) | 1:00 PM | Murshidabad Kings vs Rarh Tigers | Eden Gardens |
| 11 | Jun 10 (Wed) | 7:00 PM | Purulia Royals vs Medinipur Wizards | Eden Gardens |
| 12 | Jun 11 (Thu) | 1:00 PM | Howrah Warriors vs Siliguri Strikers | Eden Gardens |
| 13 | Jun 11 (Thu) | 7:00 PM | Rarh Tigers vs Purulia Royals | Eden Gardens |
| 14 | Jun 12 (Fri) | 1:00 PM | Medinipur Wizards vs Murshidabad Kings | Eden Gardens |
| 15 | Jun 12 (Fri) | 7:00 PM | Kolkata Tigers vs Malda Smashers | Eden Gardens |
| 16 | Jun 13 (Sat) | 1:00 PM | Siliguri Strikers vs Purulia Royals | Eden Gardens |
| 17 | Jun 13 (Sat) | 7:00 PM | Murshidabad Kings vs Kolkata Tigers | Eden Gardens |
| 18 | Jun 14 (Sun) | 1:00 PM | Malda Smashers vs Medinipur Wizards | Eden Gardens |
| 19 | Jun 14 (Sun) | 7:00 PM | Howrah Warriors vs Rarh Tigers | Eden Gardens |
| 20 | Jun 15 (Mon) | 1:00 PM | Siliguri Strikers vs Kolkata Tigers | Eden Gardens |
| 21 | Jun 15 (Mon) | 7:00 PM | Malda Smashers vs Howrah Warriors | Eden Gardens |
| 22 | Jun 16 (Tue) | 1:00 PM | Purulia Royals vs Murshidabad Kings | Eden Gardens |
| 23 | Jun 16 (Tue) | 7:00 PM | Rarh Tigers vs Medinipur Wizards | Eden Gardens |
| 24 | Jun 17 (Wed) | 1:00 PM | Purulia Royals vs Malda Smashers | Eden Gardens |
| 25 | Jun 17 (Wed) | 7:00 PM | Medinipur Wizards vs Siliguri Strikers | Eden Gardens |
| 26 | Jun 18 (Thu) | 1:00 PM | Kolkata Tigers vs Rarh Tigers | Eden Gardens |
| 27 | Jun 18 (Thu) | 7:00 PM | Howrah Warriors vs Murshidabad Kings | Eden Gardens |
| 28 | Jun 19 (Fri) | 1:00 PM | Kolkata Tigers vs Medinipur Wizards | Eden Gardens |
Playoffs Schedule (June 20 – June 21)
Once the league stage concludes on June 19, the top 4 teams advance directly to the knockout round. Consequently, the semi-finals and the final squeeze into a tight two-day window.
| Match | Date | Time | Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SF 1 | Jun 20 (Sat) | 1:00 PM | TBC vs TBC | Eden Gardens |
| SF 2 | Jun 20 (Sat) | 7:00 PM | TBC vs TBC | Eden Gardens |
| Final | Jun 21 (Sun) | 7:00 PM | TBC vs TBC | Eden Gardens |
Bengal Pro T20 League 2026 Teams
Season 3 features 8 franchise teams, each representing a different region of West Bengal. A notable addition this year is Novus Purulia Royals, the newest franchise launched by CAB in April 2026. They replace Harbour Diamonds from the previous two seasons.
| Team | Region | Key Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| Adamas Howrah Warriors | Howrah | Defending champions from Season 2; led by Writtick Chatterjee |
| Novus Purulia Royals | Purulia | New franchise for 2026; signed Sudip Gharami and Yuvraj Keswani |
| Murshidabad Kings | Murshidabad | Joint champions of the inaugural 2024 season |
| Sobisco Smashers Malda | Malda | Joint champions of 2024; retained Mukesh Kumar via RTM |
| Shrachi Tribes Rarh Tigers | Rarh (Bankura/Purulia belt) | Retained Shahbaz Ahmed, the costliest pick at the auction |
| Servotech Siliguri Strikers | Siliguri | Retained India pacer Akash Deep via RTM at ₹3 lakh |
| Rashmi Nes Medinipur Wizards | Medinipur | Consistent performers across both previous seasons |
| Kolkata Royal Tigers | Kolkata | Formerly Lux Shyam Kolkata Tigers; signed Abhishek Porel |
Key Players to Watch in Bengal T20 League 2026
The 2026 men’s player auction saw franchises spend heavily on Bengal’s top domestic talent. In addition, several IPL regulars headline the squads this season. Here are the most expensive signings from the auction.
| Player | Team | Auction Price | Profile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shahbaz Ahmed | Shrachi Tribes Rarh Tigers | ₹12.20 Lakh (RTM) | All-rounder; IPL experience with RCB and SRH |
| Abhishek Porel | Kolkata Royal Tigers | ₹10.40 Lakh | Wicketkeeper-batter; DC’s IPL squad member |
| Mukesh Kumar | Sobisco Smashers Malda | ₹9.60 Lakh (RTM) | India pacer; most wickets in BPLT20 history (16) |
| Sudip Kumar Gharami | Novus Purulia Royals | ₹9.40 Lakh | Top-order batter; Ranji Trophy performer |
| Yuvraj Deepak Keswani | Novus Purulia Royals | ₹8.60 Lakh | Aggressive middle-order batter |
| Saksham Chaudhary | Murshidabad Kings | ₹8.40 Lakh | Bowling all-rounder |
| Writtick Chatterjee | Adamas Howrah Warriors | ₹8.20 Lakh | Experienced opener; solid domestic record |
| Akash Deep | Servotech Siliguri Strikers | ₹3.00 Lakh (RTM) | India fast bowler; availability depends on fitness |
Notably, the auction also featured U19 and U16 categories for the first time in the men’s competition. Ravi Kumar became the highest-paid U19 player at ₹7.80 lakh, while 16-year-old Rohit fetched ₹5.20 lakh. This move reinforces CAB’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of Bengal cricket talent.
Bengal Pro T20 League: Past Champions
To understand where the league stands heading into Season 3, a look at the previous winners provides useful context.
| Season | Men’s Champion | Women’s Champion |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 (Season 1) | Sobisco Smashers Malda & Murshidabad Kings (Joint) | Lux Shyam Kolkata Tigers |
| 2025 (Season 2) | Adamas Howrah Warriors | Lux Shyam Kolkata Tigers |
The inaugural 2024 final was abandoned due to rain, which means Sobisco Smashers Malda and Murshidabad Kings shared the trophy. In Season 2, however, Adamas Howrah Warriors won the men’s title outright by beating Murshidabad Kings by 9 runs in the final at Eden Gardens.
Where to Watch Bengal Pro T20 League 2026 Live
Streaming access has changed this year compared to the previous seasons. Here is how you can catch all the action.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar (official streaming partner for 2026) |
| Previous Streaming Partner | FanCode (2024 and 2025 seasons) |
| TV Broadcast | To be announced (Star Sports 3 broadcast it in 2025) |
| Women’s Matches | JioHotstar (JU Salt Lake Campus, starting June 6) |
Switching from FanCode to JioHotstar is a significant move, as it potentially opens the tournament to a much larger audience base. JioHotstar already streams the IPL, so cricket fans on the platform will find it convenient to follow the Bengal T20 League as well
Venue Details: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
All 31 men’s matches take place at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata, which has been the home ground for the Bengal Pro T20 League since its inception in 2024.
Eden Gardens has a seating capacity of approximately 68,000, making it the largest cricket stadium in India and the second largest in the world. For a state-level T20 franchise league, playing at a venue of this stature adds a professional touch that few domestic competitions can match.
Meanwhile, the women’s matches will take place at the JU Salt Lake Campus ground, a regular venue for senior domestic cricket in West Bengal.
How Does the Bengal Pro T20 League 2026 Format Work?
The tournament structure is straightforward and mirrors the format used in Seasons 1 and 2.
League Stage (June 5 – June 19)
All 8 teams play each other once in a single round-robin format. That gives us 28 league matches over 15 days, with double-headers on most days.
Teams earn 2 points for a win, 1 point for a no-result, and 0 for a loss. Net Run Rate (NRR) acts as the tiebreaker when teams finish level on points.
Semi-Finals and Final (June 20 – June 21)
The top 4 teams on the league table qualify for the knockouts. Both semi-finals take place on the same day (June 20), and the final follows the next day (June 21).
Unlike the IPL’s Qualifier-Eliminator system, the Bengal T20 League uses a simple semi-final format. As a result, there’s no second chance for losing semi-finalists, which adds extra pressure to the knockout stage.
What’s New in Bengal Pro T20 League 2026?
Here are some new changes in Bengal Pro T20 League:
New Franchise: Novus Purulia Royals
CAB President Sourav Ganguly unveiled Novus Purulia Royals as the ninth franchise of the league ecosystem in April 2026. They replace Harbour Diamonds, who featured in the first two seasons.
Despite being newcomers, the Purulia-based franchise invested aggressively at the auction. They signed Sudip Gharami (₹9.40L), Yuvraj Keswani (₹8.60L), and U19 sensation Ravi Kumar (₹7.80L) to build a competitive core.
First-Ever Men’s Player Auction
Season 3 introduced the first dedicated men’s auction in league history. Previously, franchises built their squads through a player draft system. The shift to an auction format brought more transparency and competitive bidding, with franchises collectively spending over ₹4.5 crore across men’s and women’s squads.
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Final Word: Bengal Pro T20 League 2026 Starts On June 5, 2026
The Bengal Pro T20 League 2026 kicks off on June 5 at Eden Gardens, and with 31 matches packed into just 17 days, there’s no shortage of cricket to enjoy.
From Shahbaz Ahmed’s return to the Rarh Tigers to Purulia Royals’ exciting debut, Season 3 has all the ingredients for a cracking tournament. Bookmark this page for the latest schedule updates, and catch every ball live on JioHotstar.
