The UP T20 League’s fourth season is scheduled to commence on August 14, with Kashi Rudras facing defending champions Meerut Mavericks in the opening match at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. The tournament will span 24 days, culminating in the final on September 6 in Kanpur. This season will witness matches being played at two venues for the first time in the league’s history.
Sanjay Kapoor, chairman of the Governing Council of the UP T20 League, expressed excitement about the upcoming season, highlighting the growth of the league. He mentioned that the tournament will kick off in Lucknow and then move to Kanpur for the latter part of the competition and the playoffs. The league aims to provide a platform for both young talents and seasoned players to showcase their cricketing skills.
The opening ceremony and the initial match of the season will take place in Lucknow, while the closing ceremony and the final will be held in Kanpur. The knockout stage, including Qualifier 1, the Eliminator, and Qualifier 2, is set for September 3 and 4 in Kanpur. The final match of UP T20 League Season 4 is scheduled for September 6.
The first weekend of the UP T20 League 2026 promises an action-packed start, with matches like Noida Kings versus Kanpur Superstars and Lucknow Falcons against Gaur Gorakhpur Lions on August 15. The following days will see more thrilling encounters, with teams like Kashi Rudras, Meerut Mavericks, and others battling it out on the field.
The Kanpur leg of the tournament will kick off on August 28 with a match between Kashi Rudras and Noida Kings. Fans can anticipate an exciting and competitive season ahead, with various teams vying for the championship title.
