The 20th DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 brought another exciting chapter to one of India’s most popular domestic T20 tournaments. Held at the DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai, the competition once again showcased top cricketing talent from across the country, featuring several international stars and rising domestic players.
This year’s edition was even more special as it coincided with India co-hosting the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, making the tournament a perfect warm-up stage for many players ahead of the IPL season.
After weeks of thrilling matches, Mumbai Customs emerged as the champions of the DY Patil T20 Cup 2026, defeating Canara Bank in the final to lift the prestigious trophy.
DY Patil T20 Cup 2026: Tournament Format
The DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 follows a group stage + knockout format, with 16 teams divided into four groups of four teams each (Groups A, B, C, and D). Each team plays within their group during the league stage, and the top two finishers from each group advance to the quarterfinals.
Here is a quick breakdown of the format:
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Teams | 16 teams |
| Groups | 4 groups (A, B, C, D), and 4 teams per group |
| League Matches | Each team plays 3 group stage matches |
| Qualification | Top 2 teams from each group progress to Quarterfinals |
| Quarterfinals | A1 vs B2 | B1 vs A2 | C1 vs D2 | D1 vs C2 |
| Semifinals | QF1 vs QF4 | QF2 vs QF3 |
| Final | Winner of SF1 vs Winner of SF2 |
| Daily Slots | Two slots: 11:00 AM–2:15 PM and 4:00 PM–7:15 PM |
DY Patil T20 Cup 2026: Full Match Schedule
Matches are played across two daily slots at three venues the DY Patil Stadium, University Ground, and DYP Talegaon. All times are in IST.
| Date & Day | Time | Venue | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Feb (Mon) | 11:00 AM | University Ground | CGST vs Mumbai Customs | Mumbai Customs won by 38 runs |
| 23 Feb (Mon) | 11:00 AM | Stadium | Reliance vs Income Tax | Income Tax won by 7 wickets |
| 23 Feb (Mon) | 4:00 PM | University Ground | CAG vs Jain Irrigation | CAG won by 10 wickets |
| 23 Feb (Mon) | 4:00 PM | Stadium | DY Patil Blue vs Nirlon | DY Patil Blue won by 4 wickets |
| 24 Feb (Tue) | 11:00 AM | University Ground | DTDC vs Route Mobile | DTDC won by 8 runs |
| 24 Feb (Tue) | 11:00 AM | Stadium | Indian Navy vs Canara Bank | Indian Navy won by 9 runs |
| 24 Feb (Tue) | 4:00 PM | University Ground | BPCL vs Bank of Baroda | BPCL won by 2 runs |
| 24 Feb (Tue) | 4:00 PM | Stadium | DY Patil Red vs Tata Sports | DY Patil Red won by 10 runs |
| 25 Feb (Wed) | 11:00 AM | University Ground | Jain Irrigation vs DTDC | Jain Irrigation won by 6 wickets |
| 25 Feb (Wed) | 11:00 AM | Stadium | Bank of Baroda vs Income Tax | Income Tax won by 6 wickets |
| 25 Feb (Wed) | 4:00 PM | University Ground | Tata Sports vs Mumbai Customs | Mumbai Customs won by 9 wickets |
| 25 Feb (Wed) | 4:00 PM | Stadium | Reliance vs BPCL | Reliance won by 65 runs |
| 26 Feb (Thu) | 11:00 AM | University Ground | Nirlon vs Canara Bank | Canara Bank won by 4 wickets |
| 26 Feb (Thu) | 11:00 AM | Stadium | CAG vs Route Mobile | Route Mobile won by 5 wickets |
| 26 Feb (Thu) | 4:00 PM | DYP Talegaon | DY Patil Blue vs Indian Navy | DY Patil Blue won by 5 wickets |
| 26 Feb (Thu) | 4:00 PM | DYP Talegaon | DY Patil Red vs Mumbai Customs | Mumbai Customs won by 69 runs |
| 27 Feb (Fri) | 11:00 AM | University Ground | Nirlon vs Indian Navy | Nirlon won by 105 runs |
| 27 Feb (Fri) | 11:00 AM | Stadium | BPCL vs Income Tax | Income Tax won by 2 wickets |
| 27 Feb (Fri) | 4:00 PM | University Ground | Jain Irrigation vs Route Mobile | Jain Irrigation won by 6 wickets |
| 27 Feb (Fri) | 4:00 PM | Stadium | Tata Sports vs CGST | CGST won by 3 wickets |
| 2 Mar (Mon) | 11:00 AM | University Ground | DY Patil Blue vs Canara Bank | Canara Bank won by 7 wickets |
| 2 Mar (Mon) | 11:00 AM | Stadium | Reliance vs Bank of Baroda | Reliance won by 1 run |
| 2 Mar (Mon) | 4:00 PM | University Ground | DTDC vs CAG | DTDC won by 37 runs |
| 2 Mar (Mon) | 4:00 PM | Stadium | DY Patil Red vs CGST | DY Patil Red won by 8 wickets |
Knockout Stage
| Date & Day | Venue | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Mar (Wed) | Stadium | QF 1: DY Patil Red vs DTDC | DY Patil Red won by 14 runs |
| 4 Mar (Wed) | University Ground | QF 2: Income Tax vs DY Patil Blue | DY Patil Blue won by 4 wickets |
| 4 Mar (Wed) | Stadium | QF 3: Reliance vs Canara Bank | Canara Bank won by 6 wickets |
| 4 Mar (Wed) | University Ground | QF 4: Jain Irrigation vs Mumbai Customs | Mumbai Customs won by 6 wickets |
| 6 Mar (Fri) | Stadium | SF 1: Canara Bank vs DY Patil Red | Canara Bank won by 3 runs |
| 6 Mar (Fri) | University Ground | SF 2: DY Patil Blue vs Mumbai Customs | Mumbai Customs won by 5 wickets |
| 6 Mar (Fri) | Stadium | Final: Canara Bank vs Mumbai Customs | Mumbai Customs won by 8 wickets |
DY Patil T20 Cup 2026: Teams & Groups
The 2026 edition sees 16 teams evenly distributed across four groups. The tournament features a compelling mix of corporate heavyweights, banking giants, and sports clubs.
| Group A | Group B | Group C | Group D |
|---|---|---|---|
| DY Patil Red | CAG | DY Patil Blue | BPCL |
| Tata Sports Club | Jain Irrigation | Nirlon | Bank of Baroda |
| CGST | DTDC | Canara Bank | Income Tax |
| Mumbai Customs | Route Mobile | Indian Navy | Reliance |
Key Players To Watch
Every edition of the DY Patil T20 Cup brings out some of India’s finest talent. Here are some of the big names gracing the 2026 edition:
| Team | Key Players |
|---|---|
| DY Patil Red | Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Krunal Pandya, Abdul Samad, Musheer Khan |
| DY Patil Blue | Sarfaraz Khan, Yash Dhull, Arjun Tendulkar, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi |
| Income Tax | Yuzvendra Chahal, Venkatesh Iyer, Mahipal Lomror, Rahul Tewatia |
| Tata Sports Club | Shardul Thakur, Umran Malik, Shahrukh Khan |
| BPCL | Shreyas Iyer, Anukul Roy, K.M. Asif |
| Reliance | Deepak Chahar, Chetan Sakariya, Mayank Markande |
| Jain Irrigation | Sameer Rizvi, Nihal Wadhera, T. Natarajan |
| Route Mobile | Shams Mulani, Mohit Awasthi |
Live Streaming & Broadcast Details
The 20th DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 is exclusively available via digital streaming platforms. There is no live television broadcast for this tournament in India.
Here is where you can catch all the action:
| Platform | Type | Details |
|---|---|---|
| JioHotstar | Official Broadcaster | Live streaming of all matches, full replays, and match highlights. |
| Airtel Xstream Play | Partner Platform | Users can access the JioHotstar feed through the Airtel Xstream app or website. |
| YouTube | Official Channel | DY Patil Sports Academy YouTube channel provides live coverage for select games. |
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Conclusion: Mumbai Customs Crowned Champions of DY Patil T20 Cup 2026
The DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 once again proved why it remains one of India’s most exciting domestic T20 tournaments. Completing 20 years of high-quality cricket is a major milestone, and this edition delivered plenty of memorable performances.
After an intense group stage and competitive knockout rounds, Mumbai Customs were crowned champions of the 20th DY Patil T20 Cup, defeating Canara Bank in the final to seal the title. Their consistent performances throughout the tournament highlighted the depth of talent in the squad.
From Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s explosive batting to Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s crafty seam bowling, the tournament featured several standout moments that cricket fans will remember. More importantly, the competition once again served as a valuable platform for players to sharpen their skills ahead of the upcoming IPL season.
