The highly anticipated fourth edition of the Uttar Pradesh T20 League (UP T20 League) 2026 is all set to begin on August 14, with Kashi Rudras taking on Meerut Mavericks in the opening match. The tournament will once again provide a platform for emerging cricketers from Uttar Pradesh to share the stage with established domestic and IPL stars. For the first time, the competition will be played across two cities. The opening phase will be held at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow before the action moves to Green Park in Kanpur for the latter stages and the final.
Six franchises will compete for the championship, with defending champions Kashi Rudras looking to retain their crown. Former India batter Suresh Raina will continue as the league’s brand ambassador, while players such as Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Rinku Singh and Sameer Rizvi are among the notable names expected to attract attention.
UP T20 League 2026: Schedule
| Match | Date | Fixture | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | August 14, 2026 | Kashi Rudras vs Meerut Mavericks | 8:30 PM |
| 2 | August 15, 2026 | Noida Kings vs Kanpur Superstars | 3:00 PM |
| 3 | August 15, 2026 | Lucknow Falcons vs Gaur Gorakhpur Lions | 7:30 PM |
| 4 | August 16, 2026 | Kashi Rudras vs Kanpur Superstars | 3:00 PM |
| 5 | August 16, 2026 | Gaur Gorakhpur Lions vs Meerut Mavericks | 7:30 PM |
| 6 | August 17, 2026 | Noida Kings vs Lucknow Falcons | 7:30 PM |
| 7 | August 18, 2026 | Gaur Gorakhpur Lions vs Kashi Rudras | 7:30 PM |
| 8 | August 19, 2026 | Lucknow Falcons vs Meerut Mavericks | 7:30 PM |
| 9 | August 20, 2026 | Gaur Gorakhpur Lions vs Noida Kings | 3:00 PM |
| 10 | August 20, 2026 | Kanpur Superstars vs Kashi Rudras | 7:30 PM |
| 11 | August 21, 2026 | Meerut Mavericks vs Noida Kings | 3:00 PM |
| 12 | August 21, 2026 | Lucknow Falcons vs Kanpur Superstars | 7:30 PM |
| 13 | August 22, 2026 | Kashi Rudras vs Gaur Gorakhpur Lions | 3:00 PM |
| 14 | August 22, 2026 | Meerut Mavericks vs Kanpur Superstars | 7:30 PM |
| 15 | August 23, 2026 | Lucknow Falcons vs Noida Kings | 3:00 PM |
| 16 | August 23, 2026 | Meerut Mavericks vs Gaur Gorakhpur Lions | 7:30 PM |
| 17 | August 24, 2026 | Kashi Rudras vs Lucknow Falcons | 3:00 PM |
| 18 | August 24, 2026 | Noida Kings vs Gaur Gorakhpur Lions | 7:30 PM |
| 19 | August 25, 2026 | Kanpur Superstars vs Meerut Mavericks | 3:00 PM |
| 20 | August 25, 2026 | Lucknow Falcons vs Kashi Rudras | 7:30 PM |
| 21 | August 26, 2026 | Gaur Gorakhpur Lions vs Kanpur Superstars | 3:00 PM |
| 22 | August 26, 2026 | Noida Kings vs Kashi Rudras | 7:30 PM |
| 23 | August 28, 2026 | Kashi Rudras vs Noida Kings | 7:30 PM |
| 24 | August 29, 2026 | Meerut Mavericks vs Lucknow Falcons | 3:00 PM |
| 25 | August 29, 2026 | Kanpur Superstars vs Noida Kings | 7:30 PM |
| 26 | August 30, 2026 | Gaur Gorakhpur Lions vs Lucknow Falcons | 3:00 PM |
| 27 | August 30, 2026 | Noida Kings vs Meerut Mavericks | 7:30 PM |
| 28 | August 31, 2026 | Kanpur Superstars vs Lucknow Falcons | 7:30 PM |
| 29 | September 1, 2026 | Meerut Mavericks vs Kashi Rudras | 3:00 PM |
| 30 | September 1, 2026 | Kanpur Superstars vs Gaur Gorakhpur Lions | 7:30 PM |
| 31 | September 3, 2026 | TBC vs TBC (Qualifier 1) | 3:00 PM |
| 32 | September 3, 2026 | TBC vs TBC (Eliminator) | 7:30 PM |
| 33 | September 4, 2026 | TBC vs TBC (Qualifier 2) | 7:30 PM |
| 34 | September 6, 2026 | TBC vs TBC (Final) | 7:30 PM |
UP T20 League 2026: Venue
The fourth edition will be played across two venues in Uttar Pradesh. The opening phase will take place at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow before the tournament moves to Green Park in Kanpur for the closing stages, including the final on September 6. Both venues have hosted major domestic and international cricket, giving players an opportunity to perform on established cricketing grounds.
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UP T20 League 2026: Broadcast and Live Streaming details
Cricket fans can watch the UP T20 League 2026 live on the Sony Sports Network on television. Live streaming of the tournament will be available on JioHotstar and FanCode, allowing fans to follow the matches across digital platforms. With six teams competing across 34 matches, the fourth season is expected to provide another important platform for Uttar Pradesh’s emerging cricketers while bringing several familiar Indian names into the spotlight.