Telangana T20 League 2026 (officially Sreenidhi University TG20) runs from June 21 to July 10, 2026, with all 32 matches at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Uppal, Hyderabad. Organised by the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA), this is Telangana’s first-ever franchise-based T20 league.
Additionally, eight franchise teams representing different regions across Telangana will compete in a round-robin league stage followed by playoffs. Consequently, fans can expect 20 days of back-to-back cricket, with double-headers on most days. Here is the complete TG20 2026 schedule along with teams, venue, format and broadcast details.
Sreenidhi University TG20 2026 Complete Match Schedule
Below is the full Telangana T20 League 2026 schedule as published on the official TG20 website. Furthermore, all match times are in IST. Afternoon games start at 2:15 PM, while evening matches kick off at 7:15 PM.
| No. | Date | Time (IST) | Match | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21 Jun (Sat) | 7:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs Anvita Khammam Aces | League Stage |
| 2 | 22 Jun (Sun) | 2:15 PM | Ranga Reddy Risers vs Nalgonda Knights | League Stage |
| 3 | 22 Jun (Sun) | 7:15 PM | Warangal Warriors vs Medak Falcons | League Stage |
| 4 | 23 Jun (Mon) | 2:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs Hyderabad e-Champions | League Stage |
| 5 | 23 Jun (Mon) | 7:15 PM | Ranga Reddy Risers vs Medak Falcons | League Stage |
| 6 | 24 Jun (Tue) | 2:15 PM | Anvita Khammam Aces vs Warangal Warriors | League Stage |
| 7 | 24 Jun (Tue) | 7:15 PM | Nalgonda Knights vs Karimnagar Diamonds | League Stage |
| 8 | 25 Jun (Wed) | 2:15 PM | Ranga Reddy Risers vs Hyderabad e-Champions | League Stage |
| 9 | 25 Jun (Wed) | 7:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs Medak Falcons | League Stage |
| 10 | 26 Jun (Thu) | 2:15 PM | Nalgonda Knights vs Warangal Warriors | League Stage |
| 11 | 26 Jun (Thu) | 7:15 PM | Anvita Khammam Aces vs Karimnagar Diamonds | League Stage |
| 12 | 27 Jun (Fri) | 2:15 PM | Medak Falcons vs Hyderabad e-Champions | League Stage |
| 13 | 27 Jun (Fri) | 7:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs Ranga Reddy Risers | League Stage |
| 14 | 28 Jun (Sat) | 2:15 PM | Warangal Warriors vs Karimnagar Diamonds | League Stage |
| 15 | 29 Jun (Sun) | 2:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs Nalgonda Knights | League Stage |
| 16 | 29 Jun (Sun) | 7:15 PM | Anvita Khammam Aces vs Hyderabad e-Champions | League Stage |
| 17 | 30 Jun (Mon) | 2:15 PM | Medak Falcons vs Karimnagar Diamonds | League Stage |
| 18 | 1 Jul (Tue) | 2:15 PM | Warangal Warriors vs Hyderabad e-Champions | League Stage |
| 19 | 1 Jul (Tue) | 7:15 PM | Anvita Khammam Aces vs Nalgonda Knights | League Stage |
| 20 | 2 Jul (Wed) | 2:15 PM | Ranga Reddy Risers vs Karimnagar Diamonds | League Stage |
| 21 | 3 Jul (Thu) | 2:15 PM | Nalgonda Knights vs Medak Falcons | League Stage |
| 22 | 3 Jul (Thu) | 7:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs Warangal Warriors | League Stage |
| 23 | 4 Jul (Fri) | 2:15 PM | Anvita Khammam Aces vs Ranga Reddy Risers | League Stage |
| 24 | 4 Jul (Fri) | 7:15 PM | Karimnagar Diamonds vs Hyderabad e-Champions | League Stage |
| 25 | 6 Jul (Sun) | 2:15 PM | Medak Falcons vs Anvita Khammam Aces | League Stage |
| 26 | 6 Jul (Sun) | 7:15 PM | Nalgonda Knights vs Hyderabad e-Champions | League Stage |
| 28 | 7 Jul (Mon) | 7:15 PM | Ranga Reddy Risers vs Warangal Warriors | League Stage |
| 29 | 9 Jul (Wed) | 2:15 PM | TBD (3rd) vs TBD (4th) | Eliminator 1 |
| 30 | 9 Jul (Wed) | 7:15 PM | TBD (1st) vs TBD (2nd) | Qualifier |
| 31 | 10 Jul (Thu) | 7:15 PM | Loser M30 vs Winner M29 | Eliminator 2 |
| 32 | 10 Jul (Thu) | 7:15 PM | Winner M30 vs Winner M31 | FINAL |
As a result, the tournament packs 28 league matches into just 18 playing days, with two designated rest days on July 5 and July 8. The four playoff matches follow immediately after on July 9 and 10.
TG20 2026 Tournament Overview
Before exploring the teams and format, here is a quick snapshot of the key TG20 2026 tournament details.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Sreenidhi University TG20 2026-27 |
| Full Name | Telangana T20 League 2026 |
| Organiser | Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) |
| Title Sponsor | Sreenidhi University |
| Season | Inaugural (1st Edition) |
| Start Date | 21 June 2026 |
| End Date | 10 July 2026 |
| Duration | 20 Days |
| Total Matches | 32 (28 League + 4 Playoffs) |
| Teams | 8 Franchise Teams |
| Format | Round-Robin + Playoffs |
| Venue | Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Uppal, Hyderabad |
| Match Timings | 2:15 PM IST and 7:15 PM IST |
| TV Broadcast | Star Sports Telugu (in process) |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
| Auction Purse (Per Team) | Rs 60 Lakh |
Notably, the HCA received BCCI approval for TG20, which means all matches follow BCCI regulations. Moreover, the league has partnered with Marriott Hotels to host the entire tournament contingent, adding a professional touch right from the inaugural season.
TG20 2026 Teams And Franchise Owners
The franchise auction took place on May 23, 2026, where 13 companies competed to own just 8 teams. Consequently, the total franchise fees collected crossed Rs 46 crore. Here are all eight TG20 2026 teams with their owners and winning bid amounts.
| Team Name | Region | Franchise Owner | Bid (Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyderabad e-Champions | Hyderabad | Ushodaya Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. | 7.50 Crore |
| Pranava Ranga Reddy Risers | Ranga Reddy | Boorugu Infra / Pranava | 7.20 Crore |
| Warangal Warriors | Warangal | Bain Global Resources Pvt. Ltd. | 6.55 Crore |
| Medak Falcons | Medak | Bhrunda Infra Pvt. Ltd. | 6.33 Crore |
| Anurag Nalgonda Knights | Nalgonda | Kishore Infrastructures Pvt. Ltd. | 5.06 Crore |
| Karimnagar Diamonds | Karimnagar | EIPL Group & Tibarumal | 4.57 Crore |
| Palamuru Strikers | Mahbubnagar | Veebadra Steels | 4.50 Crore |
| Anvita Khammam Aces | Khammam | Anvita Group | 4.44 Crore |
Ushodaya Enterprises (the Ramoji Group behind Eenadu) paid the highest bid of Rs 7.50 crore for the Hyderabad e-Champions. Interestingly, the Ramoji Group has deep roots in Telangana cricket, having launched the Eenadu Champion Cup Cricket in 2006, which went on to feature in the Guinness Book of Records as the world’s largest cricket tournament.
TG20 2026 Format: How the League and Playoffs Work
Here are the Fixtures of the Tournament in Detail:
League Stage (Matches 1 to 28)
During the league phase, all eight teams play each other once in a round-robin format. Therefore, each team plays seven matches, and the top four on the points table advance to the playoffs.
Most playing days feature double-headers, with afternoon games at 2:15 PM IST and evening games at 7:15 PM IST. However, some days like June 28, June 30, and July 2 have only a single fixture.
Playoff Stage (Matches 29 to 32)
The TG20 2026 playoffs follow a three-match knockout system similar to the IPL. Here is how it works:
- Eliminator 1 (Match 29, July 9, 2:15 PM): The 3rd-placed team faces the 4th-placed team. The loser is eliminated, while the winner advances to Eliminator 2.
- Qualifier (Match 30, July 9, 7:15 PM): The 1st-placed team takes on the 2nd-placed team. The winner goes directly to the Final, while the loser gets another chance in Eliminator 2.
- Eliminator 2 (Match 31, July 10): The loser of the Qualifier plays the winner of Eliminator 1. In other words, this is the last chance to reach the Final.
- Final (Match 32, July 10): The Qualifier winner meets the Eliminator 2 winner. As a result, the champion of the inaugural Telangana T20 League is crowned.
How to Watch TG20 2026 Live: TV Broadcast And Online Streaming
The HCA is in the process of partnering with JioStar to broadcast TG20 matches live. If the deal is finalised (as reported by Telangana Today), here is where fans can catch the action:
- TV Broadcast: Star Sports Telugu will carry live coverage, giving Telangana audiences commentary in their own language.
- Online Streaming: JioHotstar will stream all matches live for digital viewers across India. The player auction on June 7 was already streamed live on JioHotstar, confirming the platform’s involvement.
Furthermore, JioHotstar subscription plans in India currently start at Rs 79/month for the Mobile tier, Rs 149/month for Super, and Rs 299/month for Premium.
Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Uppal
Every single match of TG20 2026 takes place at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Uppal, Hyderabad. This is one of India’s premier cricket grounds, with a seating capacity of approximately 55,000.
The stadium has hosted multiple international matches, including ODIs and T20Is. Therefore, players will be competing on a surface and under conditions that mirror top-tier professional cricket. Importantly, hosting all 32 matches at a single venue means consistent pitch conditions and a growing atmosphere as the tournament progresses toward the Final.
For spectators, the stadium is well-connected via Hyderabad’s metro rail (Uppal Metro Station is nearby) and is accessible by road from all major parts of the city.
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Conclusion: Telangana T20 League Starts From 21st June 2026
The inaugural Telangana T20 League 2026 brings 20 days of competitive T20 cricket to Hyderabad’s iconic Uppal stadium. With international stars, strong franchise backing, and a format designed to spotlight Telangana’s grassroots talent, TG20 has all the ingredients of a league worth following.
Subsequently, as the tournament unfolds from June 21, keep this schedule bookmarked for match timings, teams, and fixture updates.
