The Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) 2026 is back with its third season, bringing high-energy tennis-ball T10 cricket, celebrity-owned teams, and a strong grassroots focus. ISPL Season 3 will be played from 9 January to 6 February 2026 in Surat, promising a month-long cricket festival that blends street-cricket talent with professional presentation.
ISPL 2026 Season 3: Overview
ISPL has quickly become India’s premier platform for tennis-ball cricket talent, merging street cricket energy with professional-level production. With trials conducted across 101 cities and more than 4.4 million registrations, Season 3 reflects a massive expansion in quality and scale.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Indian Street Premier League – Season 3 |
| Dates | 9 January – 6 February 2026 |
| Format | T10 (10 overs per side), tennis-ball |
| Total Matches | 44 |
| Venue | Lalbhai Contractor Stadium, Surat |
| Teams | 8 franchises |
| Match Slots | 5:30 PM & 8:00 PM IST |
ISPL 2026 Venue Details
All matches of ISPL Season 3 will be played at a single venue to maintain consistency and fan atmosphere.
| Venue | City | State |
|---|---|---|
| Lalbhai Contractor Stadium | Surat | Gujarat |
The stadium is set up for evening double-headers, with matches scheduled in two prime-time slots.
The entire season takes place at this venue, which has been prepared for packed crowds, celebrity arrivals by helicopter, and a buzzing cricket carnival atmosphere. The stadium will also host the grand opening ceremony featuring major Bollywood stars and cricket icons.
ISPL 2026 Match Timings
- Evening Match 1: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM IST
- Evening Match 2: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM IST
Weekend double-headers and knockout games add to the excitement.
ISPL 2026 Teams and Celebrity Owners
Each team is backed by well-known personalities, bringing glamour and excitement to the tournament.
| Team | Owner |
|---|---|
| Majhi Mumbai | Amitabh Bachchan |
| Srinagar Ke Veer | Akshay Kumar |
| Ahmedabad Lions | Ajay Devgn |
| Tiigers of Kolkata | Saif Ali Khan & Kareena Kapoor Khan |
| Chennai Singams | Suriya |
| Bengaluru Strikers | Hrithik Roshan |
| Falcon Risers Hyderabad | Ram Charan |
| Delhi Superheros | Salman Khan |
ISPL 2026 Squads and Team Structure
- Squad Size: 18 players per team
- Mandatory Rule: Minimum 2 Under-19 players in every squad
- Total Players in League: 144
- Player Selection: Nationwide trials held in 101 cities, followed by auctions
The squads feature players from street cricket, local tournaments, and tennis-ball leagues across India.
Examples of Highlighted Players from Surat
These four local talents received strong bidding attention:
| Player | Team | Auction Price |
|---|---|---|
| Pradip Patil | Ahmedabad Lions | ₹14 lakh |
| Jignesh Patel | Ahmedabad Lions | ₹8.5 lakh |
| Abhishek Patel | Majhi Mumbai | ₹3 lakh |
| Jignesh Rajput | Majhi Mumbai | ₹3 lakh |
ISPL 2026 Captains
Teams will field captains chosen from their senior or most experienced players. Captains are expected to be announced during the opening ceremony and match previews by the respective franchises.
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ISPL 2026 Schedule & Format
League Stage: 9 January – 2 February 2026
- League Stage: Round-robin format
- Top 4 Teams: Qualify for playoffs
- Playoffs: 3–6 February 2026
- Below is the full match schedule in an easy-to-read format:
ISPL 2026 Full Fixtures
| Match No. | Date | Teams | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan 9 | Majhi Mumbai vs Srinagar Ke Veer | 8:00 PM |
| 2 | Jan 10 | Srinagar Ke Veer vs Ahmedabad Lions | 5:30 PM |
| 3 | Jan 10 | Tiigers of Kolkata vs Chennai Singams | 8:00 PM |
| 4 | Jan 11 | Ahmedabad Lions vs Delhi Superheros | 5:30 PM |
| 5 | Jan 11 | Falcon Risers Hyderabad vs Bengaluru Strikers | 8:00 PM |
| 6 | Jan 12 | Delhi Superheros vs Majhi Mumbai | 8:00 PM |
| 7 | Jan 13 | Bengaluru Strikers vs Delhi Superheros | 8:00 PM |
| 8 | Jan 14 | Majhi Mumbai vs Falcon Risers Hyderabad | 8:00 PM |
| 9 | Jan 15 | Bengaluru Strikers vs Tiigers of Kolkata | 5:30 PM |
| 10 | Jan 15 | Chennai Singams vs Falcon Risers Hyderabad | 8:00 PM |
| 11 | Jan 16 | Srinagar Ke Veer vs Tiigers of Kolkata | 5:30 PM |
| 12 | Jan 16 | Majhi Mumbai vs Ahmedabad Lions | 8:00 PM |
| 13 | Jan 17 | Chennai Singams vs Majhi Mumbai | 5:30 PM |
| 14 | Jan 17 | Ahmedabad Lions vs Bengaluru Strikers | 8:00 PM |
| 15 | Jan 18 | Majhi Mumbai vs Srinagar Ke Veer | 5:30 PM |
| 16 | Jan 18 | Delhi Superheros vs Falcon Risers Hyderabad | 8:00 PM |
| 17 | Jan 19 | Ahmedabad Lions vs Chennai Singams | 8:00 PM |
| 18 | Jan 20 | Delhi Superheros vs Chennai Singams | 8:00 PM |
| 19 | Jan 21 | Falcon Risers Hyderabad vs Srinagar Ke Veer | 8:00 PM |
| 20 | Jan 22 | Delhi Superheros vs Ahmedabad Lions | 5:30 PM |
| 21 | Jan 22 | Chennai Singams vs Bengaluru Strikers | 8:00 PM |
| 22 | Jan 23 | Tiigers of Kolkata vs Majhi Mumbai | 5:30 PM |
| 23 | Jan 23 | Bengaluru Strikers vs Srinagar Ke Veer | 8:00 PM |
| 24 | Jan 24 | Chennai Singams vs Srinagar Ke Veer | 5:30 PM |
| 25 | Jan 24 | Falcon Risers Hyderabad vs Majhi Mumbai | 8:00 PM |
| 26 | Jan 25 | Falcon Risers Hyderabad vs Tiigers of Kolkata | 5:30 PM |
| 27 | Jan 25 | Bengaluru Strikers vs Chennai Singams | 8:00 PM |
| 28 | Jan 26 | Delhi Superheros vs Tiigers of Kolkata | 8:00 PM |
| 29 | Jan 27 | Falcon Risers Hyderabad vs Srinagar Ke Veer | 8:00 PM |
| 30 | Jan 28 | Ahmedabad Lions vs Bengaluru Strikers | 8:00 PM |
| 31 | Jan 29 | Srinagar Ke Veer vs Delhi Superheros | 5:30 PM |
| 32 | Jan 29 | Tiigers of Kolkata vs Majhi Mumbai | 8:00 PM |
| 33 | Jan 30 | Delhi Superheros vs Chennai Singams | 5:30 PM |
| 34 | Jan 30 | Srinagar Ke Veer vs Tiigers of Kolkata | 8:00 PM |
| 35 | Jan 31 | Bengaluru Strikers vs Delhi Superheros | 5:30 PM |
| 36 | Jan 31 | Ahmedabad Lions vs Falcon Risers Hyderabad | 8:00 PM |
| 37 | Feb 1 | Tiigers of Kolkata vs Ahmedabad Lions | 5:30 PM |
| 38 | Feb 1 | Majhi Mumbai vs Bengaluru Strikers | 8:00 PM |
| 39 | Feb 2 | Chennai Singams vs Ahmedabad Lions | 5:30 PM |
| 40 | Feb 2 | Tiigers of Kolkata vs Falcon Risers Hyderabad | 8:00 PM |
Playoffs
| Stage | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifier 1 | Feb 3 | 7:00 PM |
| Eliminator | Feb 4 | 7:00 PM |
| Qualifier 2 | Feb 5 | 7:00 PM |
| Final | Feb 6 | 7:00 PM |
ISPL 2026 Opening Ceremony
The season will begin with a grand opening ceremony on 9 January 2026, featuring Bollywood stars, team owners, and league officials. The ceremony is scheduled to start around 5:00 PM IST, setting the stage for the opening match.
Read more: Vaibhav Suryavanshi Record List
ISPL 2026 Prize Money & Awards
ISPL Season 3 offers one of the biggest prize pools in tennis-ball cricket.
| Category | Prize |
|---|---|
| Total Prize Pool | ₹5.92 Crore |
| Champions | ₹2 Crore |
| Runners-up | ₹1 Crore |
| Player of the Match | ₹50,000 |
| Most Valuable Player | Porsche 911 |
ISPL 2026 Live Streaming & Telecast Details
Fans can watch ISPL 2026 live across multiple platforms:
- Live TV Telecast: Star Sports Network
- Live Streaming: JioHotstar
- Tickets: Available online on BookMyShow (starting from ₹99) and offline at the stadium
Read more: WPL 2026 Full Schedule, Venues, Teams, Squads, Captains
Why ISPL 2026 Season 3 Is Special
Season 3 represents a major step forward for ISPL, with higher participation, stronger competition, and increased visibility for street-cricket talent. The league continues to act as a launchpad for players aiming to move from local grounds to national recognition.
FAQs
Q1. When does ISPL 2026 start and end?
ISPL Season 3 will be played from 9 January to 6 February 2026.
Q2. Where are ISPL 2026 matches being held?
All matches will be played at Lalbhai Contractor Stadium, Surat.
Q3. How many teams are participating in ISPL 2026?
A total of 8 teams are competing in Season 3.
Q4. Where can fans watch ISPL 2026 live?
Matches will be telecast on Star Sports and streamed live on JioHotstar.
