Telangana cricket has a brand new identity. The TG20 League — Telangana's first-ever franchise-based T20 cricket league — is here, and it's bigger than anyone expected.
Organised by the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA), TG20 isn't just another domestic tournament. It's a full-blown franchise league with big money, star players, and a clear vision: build the next generation of Indian cricket from the heart of Telangana.
With 8 franchises, 32 matches, and 21 days of non-stop cricket, TG20 kicks off on June 21, 2026 at the iconic Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Uppal. Here's everything you need to know.
What is TG20?
TG20 is the Telangana T20 League, launched by the HCA as a franchise-based professional T20 competition. Think of it as Telangana's answer to the IPL — built to give district-level players a world-class stage, and to create a direct pathway from grassroots cricket all the way to elite tournaments.
The league aligns with the BCCI's vision to strengthen domestic cricket structures across India, giving players a competitive environment that goes well beyond state-level cricket.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Full Name | TG20 Cricket League |
| Organised by | Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) |
| Season | Inaugural — 2026 |
| Start Date | June 21, 2026 |
| End Date | July 12, 2026 |
| Total Matches | 32 |
| Duration | 21 Days |
| Format | Round Robin + Playoffs |
| Venue | Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Uppal |
| Broadcast | Star Sports & Jio Hotstar |
| Title Sponsor | Srinidhi University |
TG20 2026 Full Schedule: Match-by-Match Fixtures
All times below are IST. Bookmark this page — we're updating it with results as each match wraps up.
| # | Date | Time | Match | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21 Jun (Sat) | 7:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs Anvita Khammam Aces | League |
| 2 | 22 Jun (Sun) | 2:15 PM | Ranga Reddy Risers vs Nalgonda Knights | League |
| 3 | 22 Jun (Sun) | 7:15 PM | Warangal Warriors vs Medak Falcons | League |
| 4 | 23 Jun (Mon) | 2:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs Hyderabad e-Champions | League |
| 5 | 23 Jun (Mon) | 7:15 PM | Ranga Reddy Risers vs Medak Falcons | League |
| 6 | 24 Jun (Tue) | 2:15 PM | Anvita Khammam Aces vs Warangal Warriors | League |
| 7 | 24 Jun (Tue) | 7:15 PM | Nalgonda Knights vs Karimnagar Diamonds | League |
| 8 | 25 Jun (Wed) | 2:15 PM | Ranga Reddy Risers vs Hyderabad e-Champions | League |
| 9 | 25 Jun (Wed) | 7:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs Medak Falcons | League |
| 10 | 26 Jun (Thu) | 2:15 PM | Nalgonda Knights vs Warangal Warriors | League |
| 11 | 26 Jun (Thu) | 7:15 PM | Anvita Khammam Aces vs Karimnagar Diamonds | League |
| 12 | 27 Jun (Fri) | 2:15 PM | Medak Falcons vs Hyderabad e-Champions | League |
| 13 | 27 Jun (Fri) | 7:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs Ranga Reddy Risers | League |
| 14 | 28 Jun (Sat) | 2:15 PM | Warangal Warriors vs Karimnagar Diamonds | League |
| 15 | 29 Jun (Sun) | 2:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs Nalgonda Knights | League |
| 16 | 29 Jun (Sun) | 7:15 PM | Anvita Khammam Aces vs Hyderabad e-Champions | League |
| 17 | 30 Jun (Mon) | 2:15 PM | Medak Falcons vs Karimnagar Diamonds | League |
| 18 | 1 Jul (Tue) | 2:15 PM | Warangal Warriors vs Hyderabad e-Champions | League |
| 19 | 1 Jul (Tue) | 7:15 PM | Anvita Khammam Aces vs Nalgonda Knights | League |
| 20 | 2 Jul (Wed) | 2:15 PM | Ranga Reddy Risers vs Karimnagar Diamonds | League |
| 21 | 3 Jul (Thu) | 2:15 PM | Nalgonda Knights vs Medak Falcons | League |
| 22 | 3 Jul (Thu) | 7:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs Warangal Warriors | League |
| 23 | 4 Jul (Fri) | 2:15 PM | Anvita Khammam Aces vs Ranga Reddy Risers | League |
| 24 | 4 Jul (Fri) | 7:15 PM | Karimnagar Diamonds vs Hyderabad e-Champions | League |
| 25 | 6 Jul (Sun) | 2:15 PM | Medak Falcons vs Anvita Khammam Aces | League |
| 26 | 6 Jul (Sun) | 7:15 PM | Nalgonda Knights vs Hyderabad e-Champions | League |
| 27 | 7 Jul (Mon) | 2:15 PM | Medak Falcons vs Hyderabad e-champions | League |
| 28 | 7 Jul (Mon) | 7:15 PM | Ranga Reddy Risers vs Warangal Warriors | League |
Note: 5 July and 8 July are designated rest days as the league stage wraps up before the knockouts begin.
TG20 2026 Playoff Schedule: Eliminator, Qualifier & Final
| # | Date | Time | Fixture | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | 9 Jul (Wed) | 2:15 PM | 3rd-placed team vs 4th-placed team | Eliminator 1 |
| 30 | 9 Jul (Wed) | 7:15 PM | 1st-placed team vs 2nd-placed team | Qualifier |
| 31 | 10 Jul (Thu) | 7:15 PM | Loser of Qualifier vs Winner of Eliminator 1 | Eliminator 2 |
| 32 | 12 Jul (Sun) | 7:15 PM | Winner of Qualifier vs Winner of Eliminator 2 | Final |
⚠️ Final date confirmed: Source confirmed via @tg20official instagram handle
How the TG20 Playoffs Work
TG20 uses an IPL-style playoff system, which means finishing 1st or 2nd in the league stage gives you a second life:
| Stage | Who Plays | What's at Stake |
|---|---|---|
| Eliminator 1 | 3rd vs 4th | Loser is eliminated; winner moves to Eliminator 2 |
| Qualifier | 1st vs 2nd | Winner goes straight to the Final; loser gets a second chance |
| Eliminator 2 | Qualifier loser vs Eliminator 1 winner | Win-or-go-home; loser is out |
| Final | Qualifier winner vs Eliminator 2 winner | Winner is crowned TG20 2026 champion |
Check the latest points table to see where each team stands after the league stage.
TG20 2026 Teams & Franchise Owners
The franchise auction was completed on May 23, 2026, with eight companies from across Telangana acquiring teams. The Hyderabad franchise fetched the highest bid at ₹7.5 crore, while the total franchise value crossed ₹50 crore — a clear sign of the massive commercial interest in TG20.
| Team | City | Owner | Bid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyderabad e-Champions | Hyderabad | Ushodaya Enterprises (Ramoji Group) | ₹7.50 Cr |
| Pranav Rangareddy Risers | Ranga Reddy | Boorugu Infra / Pranava | ₹7.20 Cr |
| Warangal Warriors | Warangal | Bain Global Resources Pvt. Ltd. | ₹6.55 Cr |
| Medak Falcons | Medak | Bhrunda Infra Pvt. Ltd. | ₹6.33 Cr |
| Anurag Nalgonda Knights | Nalgonda | Kishore Infrastructures Pvt. Ltd. | ₹5.06 Cr |
| Karimnagar Diamonds | Karimnagar | EIPL Group & Tibarumal | ₹4.57 Cr |
| Palamuru Strikers | Mahabubnagar | Veerabhadra Steels | ₹4.50 Cr |
| Anvita Khammam Aces | Khammam | Anvita Group | ₹4.44 Cr |
Curious how the squads were built? Here's our full auction breakdown.
TG20 Player Auction Highlights
The player auction was held on June 7, 2026 at the Princess Convention Centre, Ramoji Film City, hosted by popular cricket commentator Charu Sharma.
Over 1,300 HCA-registered cricketers entered the auction pool — making it one of the largest domestic player auctions in Indian cricket history. Each franchise had a purse of ₹60 lakhs (minimum spend: ₹54 lakhs) to buy up to 20 players. Players were divided into Icon, A+, A, B, C1, and C2 categories.
Top Picks
| Player | Team | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Tilak Varma | Medak Falcons | ₹33 Lakh |
| CV Milind | Anvita Khammam Aces | ₹17 Lakh |
| Mohammed Siraj | Warangal Warriors | ₹14 Lakh |
| Abhirath Reddy | Hyderabad e-Champions | ₹11 Lakh |
| Ajaydev Goud | Hyderabad e-Champions | ₹11 Lakh |
| Tanmay Agarwal | Karimnagar Diamonds | ₹8 Lakh |
| Rahul Buddhi | Anurag Nalgonda Knights | ₹8 Lakh |
Tilak Varma was the star of the show. India's T20 vice-captain went to Medak Falcons for a tournament-high ₹33 lakh, despite questions about his availability due to international commitments. Mohammed Siraj was snapped up by Warangal Warriors for ₹14 lakh, and domestic stalwart CV Milind joined Khammam Aces for ₹17 lakh.
TG20 2026 Schedule
The league runs from June 21 to July 12, 2026 — 21 days, 32 matches.
| Stage | Dates |
|---|---|
| Group Stage | June 21 – July 6, 2026 |
| Semi-Finals | June 9 - June 10, 2026 |
| Grand Final | July 12, 2026 |
The full match-by-match schedule will be updated here as soon as it's officially released. Bookmark this page and follow @TheCricCity for instant updates.
Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Uppal
All TG20 matches will be played at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Uppal, Hyderabad — one of India's finest cricket venues.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Location | Uppal, Hyderabad, Telangana |
| Capacity | ~55,000 |
| IPL Home Team | Sunrisers Hyderabad |
| Opened | 2004 |
| Floodlights | Yes (Day-Night matches) |
| Pitch Type | Good batting surface, helps spinners later |
Title Sponsor: Srinidhi University
TG20's title sponsor is Srinidhi University, a prominent educational institution in Telangana. The sponsorship signals the league's ambition to go beyond cricket and build a broader connect with Telangana's youth — combining sports, education, and career opportunity under one roof.
Head of Cricket Operations: Ambati Rayudu
One of the biggest off-field appointments for TG20 is Ambati Rayudu as Head of Cricket Operations. The former India and CSK batter brings decades of top-level experience, and his appointment signals the HCA's seriousness about quality and player development.
Why TG20 Matters for Indian Cricket
TG20 isn't just entertainment — it's a structural shift in how domestic cricket works in Telangana.
- Grassroots pipeline — 1,300+ district cricketers got a chance to be seen by franchise owners
- IPL pathway — players who shine in TG20 get noticed by IPL scouts
- Local identity — each team represents a district, giving fans a team to call their own
- Commercial ecosystem — franchise model brings in sponsors, media rights, and investment into state cricket
- Star power — Tilak Varma and Mohammed Siraj playing in a state league elevates the standard immediately
Where to Watch TG20 Live
TG20 will be telecast live on Star Sports and streamed on Jio Hotstar.
Where to Buy TG20 2026 Tickets
Tickets are live exclusively on District by Zomato, with entry-level pricing starting around ₹49 — among the most affordable of any Indian T20 league this year.
How to book:
- Open the District app or visit district.in
- Search "TG20" or "Telangana T20 League," or filter by Hyderabad
- Pick your fixture and date
- Choose a stand — General, Premium, or Corporate categories are available
- Pay via UPI, card, or net banking
- Your e-ticket lands via email and SMS — keep it ready for stadium entry
A word of caution: Uppal has seen fake-ticket scams around big matches in the past. Stick to District or the official TG20 channels — skip resellers, WhatsApp groups, and roadside agents entirely.
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TG20 starts June 21, 2026. Telangana cricket will never be the same again.