Bengal Pro T20 League 2026: Shrachi Rarh Tigers Win Title

Season 3 | Organised by CAB

Bengal Pro T20 League 2026: Shrachi Rarh Tigers Win Title

8 Men’s Teams | 8 Women’s Teams | 62 Total Matches | June 5-21, 2026

Total Teams

Matches

Eden Capacity

Seasons

LIVE

Bengal Pro T20 League SRT 165/4 Shrachi Rarh Tigers won by 9 runs (DLS Method) vs SSM 97/5

Bengal Pro T20 League T20

SRT vs SSM

Final

Shrachi Rarh Tigers won by 9 runs (DLS Method)

SRT

Shrachi Rarh Tigers

165/4

(15 ov)

SSM

Sobisco Smashers Malda

97/5

(9 ov)

Shrachi Rarh Tigers won by 9 runs (DLS Method)

Venue: Eden Gardens

Date (IST): 2026-06-21

Toss: Sobisco Smashers Malda elected to bowl

Tournament Schedule

17 Days of World-Class T20 Cricket in Kolkata

League Stage

Jun 5 – Jun 19

28 Men Matches

📍 Eden Gardens

Women League

Jun 6 – Jun 19

28 Women Matches

📍 JU Salt Lake

Semi-finals

Jun 20

SF1 & SF2

📍 Eden Gardens

Final

Jun 21

Championship

📍 Eden Gardens

Tournament Winner

Jun 21

Men & Women

📍 Kolkata

Important Details

Format

Single round-robin league stage. Each team plays 7 matches. Top 4 teams qualify for semi-finals.

Points System

Win = 2 Points | No Result = 1 Point | Loss = 0 Points. NRR is tiebreaker.

Venues

Men: Eden Gardens (68,000 capacity) | Women: JU Salt Lake Campus, Kolkata

Broadcasting

JioHotstar (Official Partner) – Multilingual nationwide digital distribution

Bengal Pro T20 League 2026: Schedule, Teams, Points Table, Winners, and Complete History

The Bengal Pro T20 League 2026 (Season 3) returns from 5 June to 21 June 2026, with all matches streamed live on JioHotstar.
Organised by the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) under the leadership of CAB President Sourav Ganguly, the third edition features 8 men’s teams and 8 women’s teams competing across 31 matches over 17 days.
Men’s matches take place at the historic Eden Gardens, Kolkata, while the women’s competition is held at the Jadavpur University Salt Lake Campus.
The Adamas Howrah Warriors enter as defending champions after their thrilling 9-run win over Murshidabad Kings in the 2025 final at Eden Gardens.
Season 3 also welcomes Novus Royals Purulia, the newest franchise to join the ecosystem, replacing Harbour Diamonds from the first two seasons. The opening match on 5 June at 7:00 PM features the Adamas Howrah Warriors taking on Novus Royals Purulia at Eden Gardens.

History of the Bengal Pro T20 League

The Bengal Pro T20 League was launched in 2024 by the Cricket Association of Bengal to provide a professional franchise platform for Bengal’s domestic cricket talent. It is one of India’s premier state-run T20 tournaments and was notable for being the first state-run league to introduce a dedicated women’s T20 competition alongside the men’s, running both events as equal partners from inception. CAB President Sourav Ganguly has been instrumental in shaping the league’s identity and growth.

Season 1

Season 1 (2024): Joint Champions Crowned in a Rain-Hit Final

The inaugural Bengal Pro T20 League ran in June 2024 with 8 men’s teams and 8 women’s teams. The men’s final was repeatedly interrupted by rain and could not produce a result, so the Adamas Howrah Warriors and Murshidabad Kings were declared joint champions. The Warriors and Kings established themselves as the league’s two strongest franchises in the very first season.
In the women’s tournament, the Lux Shyam Kolkata Tigers beat the Murshidabad Kueens in a low-scoring thriller to win the inaugural title. The Tigers posted 110/5 and bowled the Kueens out for 105/9.

Season 2

Season 2 (2025): Adamas Howrah Warriors Claim Outright Title

Season 2 ran from 11 June to 28 June 2025, with 31 men’s matches and 31 women’s matches. In the men’s final at Eden Gardens, the Adamas Howrah Warriors beat the Murshidabad Kings by 9 runs to claim their first outright title. Howrah posted 150/9 (Shakir Habib Gandhi 31, Aditya Purohit 30, Arindam Ghosh 26), and despite Tanmoy Pramanick’s 33-ball 48 for Murshidabad, the Kings finished on 141/8. Kanisk Seth was the standout bowler with 3/39, supported by Saksham Sharma (2/36).
The win was sweet redemption after the rain-affected 2024 joint-title result. The Warriors finally had a final they could call their own.

Bengal Pro T20 League 2026: All 8 Men’s Teams

Eight franchises representing different regions of West Bengal compete in Season 3. Each team carries a regional catchment, ensuring talent from across the state has a pathway to professional T20 cricket.

Adamas Howrah Warriors

Howrah

Murshidabad Kings

Murshidabad, Nadia

Kolkata Royal Tigers

Murshidabad, Nadia

Kolkata Royal Tigers

Rarh region

Sobisco Smashers Malda

Malda

Servotech Siliguri Strikers

Siliguri / North Bengal

Rashmi Nes Medinipur Wizards

Medinipur

Novus Royals Purulia

Purulia

Team Profiles

Adamas Howrah Warriors (Defending Champions)

The defending champions after their 9-run win over Murshidabad Kings in the 2025 final. The Warriors have appeared in both finals (joint champions in 2024, outright champions in 2025), making them the most consistent men’s franchise in the league. They open Season 3 against Novus Royals Purulia on 5 June at 7:00 PM at Eden Gardens. Squad strengthened by retaining Writtick Chatterjee for Rs 8.20 lakh.

Murshidabad Kings

Joint 2024 champions and 2025 runners-up. The Kings represent Murshidabad and Nadia districts and are arguably the most successful men’s franchise alongside Howrah. Tanmoy Pramanick was the standout of the 2025 final with 48 off 33 balls. They added Saksham Chaudhary for Rs 8.40 lakh in the 2026 auction.

Kolkata Royal Tigers (formerly Lux Shyam Kolkata Tigers)

Representing Kolkata, the franchise rebranded ahead of Season 3. The women’s side won the 2024 inaugural Bengal Women’s Pro T20 League title. The men’s team made the 2025 semi-final, losing to Adamas Howrah Warriors. They acquired Abhishek Porel for Rs 10.40 lakh, the second-highest bid at the 2026 auction.

Shrachi Tribes Rarh Tigers

Representing the Rarh region, the Rarh Tigers made the league’s biggest splash at the 2026 auction by retaining Shahbaz Ahmed for Rs 12.20 lakh (RTM), the highest amount ever paid in Bengal Pro T20 League history. The all-rounder brings IPL pedigree and headlines a squad built for a deep playoff run.

Sobisco Smashers Malda

Representing Malda district. They topped the 2024 league stage points table. Their 2026 squad is headlined by India fast bowler Mukesh Kumar (Rs 9.60 lakh RTM) and Easwaran Abhimanyu (Rs 8 lakh).

Servotech Siliguri Strikers

Representing Siliguri and North Bengal. They retained India fast bowler Akash Deep for Rs 3 lakh (RTM), although his participation depends on rehabilitation. Karan Lal was acquired for Rs 8 lakh as a marquee signing.

Rashmi Nes Medinipur Wizards

Representing Medinipur (East and West Midnapore). The Wizards bring a deep bowling unit. Subham Sarkar was acquired for Rs 4.80 lakh.

Novus Royals Purulia (NEW)

Sourav Ganguly unveiled Novus Royals Purulia as the league’s newest franchise in April 2026, replacing Harbour Diamonds. The Purulia-based outfit invested aggressively at the auction, signing Sudip Gharami (Rs 9.40 lakh), Yuvraj Keswani (Rs 8.60 lakh), and U19 sensation Ravi Kumar (Rs 7.80 lakh, the highest U19 bid). They also acquired the league’s youngest signing, 16-year-old Rohit, for Rs 5.20 lakh.

Bengal Pro T20 League 2026: Schedule

The tournament runs from 5 June to 21 June 2026. The men’s league stage features 28 round-robin matches where each team plays 7 fixtures.
The top 4 teams advance to the semi-finals on 20 June, followed by the final on 21 June. The women’s competition runs alongside a similar format. Below are the confirmed key fixtures.

Match No.	Date	Fixture	Time (IST)	Stage	Result
1	Jun 5 (Fri)	Howrah Warriors vs Purulia Royals	7:00 PM	League Stage	Purulia Royals won by 4 runs
2	Jun 6 (Sat)	Murshidabad Kings vs Malda Smashers	1:00 PM	League Stage	Malda Smashers won by 7 wickets
3	Jun 6 (Sat)	Rarh Tigers vs Siliguri Strikers	7:00 PM	League Stage	Siliguri Strikers won by 24 runs
4	Jun 7 (Sun)	Medinipur Wizards vs Howrah Warriors	1:00 PM	League Stage	Medinipur Wizards won by 14 runs
5	Jun 7 (Sun)	Kolkata Tigers vs Purulia Royals	7:00 PM	League Stage	Purulia Royals won by 15 runs
6	Jun 8 (Mon)	Malda Smashers vs Rarh Tigers	1:00 PM	League Stage	Rarh Tigers won by 5 wickets
7	Jun 8 (Mon)	Murshidabad Kings vs Siliguri Strikers	7:00 PM	League Stage	Siliguri Strikers won by 90 runs
8	Jun 9 (Tue)	Kolkata Tigers vs Howrah Warriors	1:00 PM	League Stage	Howrah Warriors won by 7 wickets
9	Jun 9 (Tue)	Malda Smashers vs Siliguri Strikers	7:00 PM	League Stage	Smashers Malda won by 6 wickets
10	Jun 10 (Wed)	Murshidabad Kings vs Rarh Tigers	1:00 PM	League Stage	Rarh Tigers won by 59 runs
11	Jun 10 (Wed)	Purulia Royals vs Medinipur Wizards	7:00 PM	League Stage	Purulia Royals won by 7 wickets
12	Jun 11 (Thu)	Howrah Warriors vs Siliguri Strikers	1:00 PM	League Stage	Siliguri Strikers won by 73 runs
13	Jun 11 (Thu)	Rarh Tigers vs Purulia Royals	7:00 PM	League Stage	Match abandoned
14	Jun 12 (Fri)	Medinipur Wizards vs Murshidabad Kings	1:00 PM	League Stage	Murshidabad Kings won by 28 runs
15	Jun 12 (Fri)	Kolkata Tigers vs Malda Smashers	7:00 PM	League Stage	Smashers Malda won by 10 wickets
16	Jun 13 (Sat)	Siliguri Strikers vs Purulia Royals	1:00 PM	League Stage	Siliguri Strikers won by 61 runs
17	Jun 13 (Sat)	Murshidabad Kings vs Kolkata Tigers	7:00 PM	League Stage	Murshidabad Kings won by 57 runs
18	Jun 14 (Sun)	Malda Smashers vs Medinipur Wizards	1:00 PM	League Stage	Smashers Malda won by 5 wickets
19	Jun 14 (Sun)	Howrah Warriors vs Rarh Tigers	7:00 PM	League Stage	Rarh Tigers won by 1 wicket
20	Jun 15 (Mon)	Siliguri Strikers vs Kolkata Tigers	1:00 PM	League Stage	Kolkata Tigers won by 1 run
21	Jun 15 (Mon)	Malda Smashers vs Howrah Warriors	7:00 PM	League Stage	Smashers Malda won by 8 wickets
22	Jun 16 (Tue)	Purulia Royals vs Murshidabad Kings	1:00 PM	League Stage	Murshidabad Kings won by 4 wickets
23	Jun 16 (Tue)	Rarh Tigers vs Medinipur Wizards	7:00 PM	League Stage	Rarh Tigers won by 3 runs
24	Jun 17 (Wed)	Purulia Royals vs Malda Smashers	1:00 PM	League Stage	Purulia Royals won by 8 runs
25	Jun 17 (Wed)	Medinipur Wizards vs Siliguri Strikers	7:00 PM	League Stage	Siliguri Strikers won by 7 wickets
26	Jun 18 (Thu)	Kolkata Tigers vs Rarh Tigers	1:00 PM	League Stage	Rarh Tigers won by 7 wickets
27	Jun 18 (Thu)	Howrah Warriors vs Murshidabad Kings	7:00 PM	League Stage	Match abandoned
28	Jun 19 (Fri)	Kolkata Tigers vs Medinipur Wizards	1:00 PM	League Stage	Match abandoned
SF 1	Jun 20 (Sat)	Rarh Tigers vs Purulia Royals	1:00 PM	1st Semi-final	Rarh Tigers won by 7 wickets
SF 2	Jun 20 (Sat)	Siliguri Strikers vs Malda Smashers	7:00 PM	2nd Semi-final	Smashers Malda won by 11 runs
Final	Jun 21 (Sun)	Rarh Tigers vs Malda Smashers	7:00 PM	Tournament Final	Rarh Tigers won by 9 runs

With the Bengal Pro T20 League 2026 wrapped up, cricket fans in the eastern region can continue following state-level T20 action in neighbouring Assam. The full APL 2026 Schedule features back-to-back fixtures across multiple match days, giving fans a packed calendar of domestic cricket to follow right after the Bengal season concludes. Both leagues are playing a key role in developing cricketing talent in the east and northeast, regions that have historically been underrepresented in India’s T20 franchise ecosystem.

Men’s Points Table

The tournament begins on 5 June 2026. The points tables will be updated live once matches commence. Win = 2 points | No Result = 1 point | Loss = 0 points. Net Run Rate (NRR) is the tiebreaker. The top 4 teams from each competition qualify for the semi-finals.

Men’s Points Table

Pos	Team	P	W	L	NR	Pts	NRR
1	Shrachi Rarh Tigers	7	5	1	1	11	+0.378
2	Servotech Siliguri Strikers	7	5	2	0	10	+1.765
3	Sobisco Smashers Malda	7	5	2	0	10	+1.378
4	Novus Purulia Royals	7	4	2	1	9	-0.971
5	Murshidabad Kings	7	3	3	1	7	+0.143
6	Rashmi Medinipur Wizards	7	1	5	1	3	-0.621
7	Adamas Howrah Warriors	7	1	5	1	3	-1.827
8	Kolkata Royal Tigers	7	1	5	1	3	-2.448

Women’s Points Table

Pos	Team	NRR
1	Kolkata Royal Tigers	+0.000
2	Murshidabad Queens	+0.000
3	Adamas Howrah Warriors	+0.000
4	Sobisco Smashers Malda	+0.000
5	Shrachi Tribes Rarh Tigers	+0.000
6	Servotech Siliguri Strikers	+0.000
7	Rashmi Nes Medinipur Wizards	+0.000
8	Novus Royals Purulia	+0.000

With Shrachi Rarh Tigers lifting the Bengal Pro T20 League 2026 trophy, the season has come to a thrilling end for fans in Bengal. However, cricket enthusiasts looking for more domestic T20 action can tune into the Maharaja Trophy which is currently underway in Karnataka, featuring top IPL stars competing across multiple rounds. The back-to-back scheduling of these state leagues ensures fans never run out of competitive T20 cricket to follow throughout the summer.

Bengal Pro T20 League 2026: Venues

Eden Gardens (Men’s Venue)

Kolkata

Capacity: 68,000

Established: 1864

Highlights

Oldest cricket stadium in India

Hosted 2016 ICC WT20 Final

All 31 men’s matches & finals

Home of Kolkata Knight Riders

JU Salt Lake Campus (Women’s Venue)

Kolkata

Capacity: Dedicated venue

Established: Regular domestic ground

Highlights

All 31 women’s matches

Professional facilities

Equal platform for women’s cricket

Bengal Pro T20 League: Complete Winners List

Men’s Champions

Season	Year	Champion	Runner-up	Result
Season 1	2024	Joint Champions: Adamas Howrah Warriors and Murshidabad Kings	–	Final washed out (rain)
Season 2	2025	Adamas Howrah Warriors	Murshidabad Kings	Won by 9 runs (150/9 vs 141/8)
Season 3	2026	To be decided	To be decided	Final on 21 June 2026

Women’s Champions

Season	Year	Champion	Runner-up	Result
Season 1	2024	Lux Shyam Kolkata Tigers (now Kolkata Royal Tigers)	Murshidabad Kueens	Tigers 110/5 def. Kueens 105/9
Season 2	2025	Confirmed champion: TBC	TBC	Defending champions: Kolkata Tigers
Season 3	2026	To be decided	To be decided	Final on 21 June 2026

Bengal Pro T20 League 2026: Top Auction Picks and Records

The 2026 edition introduced the league’s first-ever men’s player auction, replacing the draft system used in 2024 and 2025. Held on 10 May 2026, the auction saw franchises spend a collective Rs 4.08 crore on the men’s squads alone, with the combined men’s and women’s spend exceeding Rs 4.5 crore. A total of 250+ cricketers were signed.

Top 10 Most Expensive Men’s Signings (2026)

Player	Franchise	Amount	Notes
Shahbaz Ahmed	Shrachi Tribes Rarh Tigers	Rs 12.20L	RTM, all-rounder, highest-ever bid
Abhishek Porel	Kolkata Royal Tigers	Rs 10.40L	WK-batter
Mukesh Kumar	Sobisco Smashers Malda	Rs 9.60L	RTM, India fast bowler
Sudip Kumar Gharami	Novus Royals Purulia	Rs 9.40L	Top order batter
Yuvraj Deepak Keswani	Novus Royals Purulia	Rs 8.60L	WK-batter
Saksham Chaudhary	Murshidabad Kings	Rs 8.40L	Top order batter
Writtick Chatterjee	Adamas Howrah Warriors	Rs 8.20L	All-rounder
Sayan Ghosh	Kolkata Royal Tigers	Rs 8L	RTM, fast bowler
Karan Lal	Servotech Siliguri Strikers	Rs 8L	All-rounder
Easwaran Abhimanyu	Sobisco Smashers Malda	Rs 8L	Top order batter

Youth Category Highlights

Ravi Kumar (22 years, U19) – Rs 7.80 lakh to Novus Royals Purulia (highest-paid U19 player)

Rohit (16 years, U16) – Rs 5.20 lakh to Novus Royals Purulia (first-ever U16 signing in the league’s history)

Mita Paul – Rs 3 lakh (highest-paid women’s player in 2026)

The inclusion of U16 and U19 categories for the first time in the men’s auction underlines CAB’s long-term commitment to identifying and nurturing the next generation of Bengal cricket talent. Players as young as 13 to 16 also featured in the women’s auction across U15 categories.

Bengal Pro T20 League 2026: Star Players to Watch

Player	Franchise	International / IPL Pedigree
Shahbaz Ahmed	Shrachi Tribes Rarh Tigers	India white-ball, IPL with RCB
Mukesh Kumar	Sobisco Smashers Malda	India fast bowler, IPL
Abhishek Porel	Kolkata Royal Tigers	India ‘A’ WK-batter, IPL with Delhi Capitals
Akash Deep	Servotech Siliguri Strikers	India Test fast bowler
Sudip Kumar Gharami	Novus Royals Purulia	Bengal Ranji captain
Yuvraj Deepak Keswani	Novus Royals Purulia	Domestic WK-batter
Saksham Chaudhary	Murshidabad Kings	Domestic batter
Ravi Kumar	Novus Royals Purulia	India U19 World Cup squad
Writtick Chatterjee	Adamas Howrah Warriors	Bengal Ranji all-rounder

How to Watch Bengal Pro T20 League 2026

Streaming	JioHotstar (official streaming partner for 2026)
Coverage	Both men’s and women’s competitions live, with multilingual streaming
Official Website	bengalt20.com
Updates	CAB official social media channels
Men’s Venue	Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Women’s Venue	JU Salt Lake Campus, Kolkata

Why the Bengal Pro T20 League Matters

Built Around Equal Men’s and Women’s Competitions

The Bengal Pro T20 League was the first state league in India to launch a dedicated women’s T20 tournament alongside the men’s, treating both as equal partners. With 8 women’s franchises competing across 31 matches, the league has set the benchmark for inclusive state-level cricket.

Sourav Ganguly’s Direct Involvement

As CAB President, Sourav Ganguly personally drives the league’s strategic direction. His involvement has attracted serious commercial partners, top broadcasters (JioHotstar), and credibility that few state leagues can match.

Pipeline to IPL and India

Past editions have featured India internationals (Mukesh Kumar, Akash Deep, Shahbaz Ahmed, Abhishek Porel) alongside emerging talent. The auction format introduced in 2026 makes the player pathway more transparent and competitive than ever.

Eden Gardens as the Sole Men’s Venue

Hosting all 31 men’s matches at the iconic Eden Gardens gives the league a singular, world-class home. Few state leagues operate from a venue with this history and capacity.

Investment in Youth Talent

The 2026 auction was the first in the league’s history to include U16 and U19 categories for men, alongside U15 and U16 brackets in the women’s auction. This proactive youth investment is a cornerstone of CAB’s long-term cricket development model.

Bengal Pro T20 League 2026: Frequently Asked Questions

When does the Bengal Pro T20 League 2026 start?

The third season runs from 5 June to 21 June 2026. The opening match is Adamas Howrah Warriors vs Novus Royals Purulia on 5 June at 7:00 PM at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. The women’s competition begins on 6 June at JU Salt Lake Campus.

How many teams are in the Bengal Pro T20 League 2026?

Eight men’s teams and eight women’s teams. The men’s teams are Adamas Howrah Warriors, Murshidabad Kings, Kolkata Royal Tigers, Shrachi Tribes Rarh Tigers, Sobisco Smashers Malda, Servotech Siliguri Strikers, Rashmi Nes Medinipur Wizards, and Novus Royals Purulia (new for 2026).

Who are the defending champions?

Men’s: Adamas Howrah Warriors (won the 2025 final by 9 runs against Murshidabad Kings). Women’s: The Kolkata Royal Tigers (formerly Lux Shyam Kolkata Tigers) won the inaugural 2024 women’s title.

Who are Novus Royals Purulia?

Novus Royals Purulia are the newest franchise, unveiled by CAB President Sourav Ganguly in April 2026. They replace Harbour Diamonds, who featured in the first two seasons. They have signed Sudip Gharami (Rs 9.40L), Yuvraj Keswani (Rs 8.60L), and U19 sensation Ravi Kumar (Rs 7.80L) at the auction.

Where are the matches played?

All 31 men’s matches are at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. All women’s matches are at the Jadavpur University Salt Lake Campus, Kolkata.

How can I watch the Bengal Pro T20 League 2026?

JioHotstar is the official streaming partner for 2026. Both the men’s and women’s competitions will be streamed live with multilingual coverage and nationwide digital distribution.

What is the format of the tournament?

Single round-robin league stage where each men’s team plays 7 matches (28 league matches total). The top 4 teams advance to the semi-finals on 20 June. The final is on 21 June. The women’s competition follows a similar structure.

Who won the inaugural Bengal Pro T20 League in 2024?

In the men’s competition, the Adamas Howrah Warriors and Murshidabad Kings were declared joint champions because the final was washed out by rain. In the women’s competition, the Lux Shyam Kolkata Tigers won the title by defeating Murshidabad Kueens.

Who was the most expensive player at the 2026 auction?

Shahbaz Ahmed was retained by Shrachi Tribes Rarh Tigers for Rs 12.20 lakh (via RTM), the highest-ever bid in Bengal Pro T20 League history. Abhishek Porel (Rs 10.40 lakh to Kolkata Royal Tigers) was the second-highest pick.

Who organises the Bengal Pro T20 League?

The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB), with CAB President Sourav Ganguly as the chief driver. It is the state’s only BCCI-approved franchise T20 tournament for Bengal.

How is this season’s format different from previous editions?

Season 3 (2026) introduced the league’s first-ever men’s player auction, replacing the draft system used in 2024 and 2025. The auction featured U16 and U19 categories for the first time in the men’s competition. Novus Royals Purulia joined as the new franchise.

Are there any India players in the Bengal Pro T20 League?

Yes. India internationals featuring include Mukesh Kumar (Sobisco Smashers Malda), Akash Deep (Servotech Siliguri Strikers, subject to fitness), Shahbaz Ahmed (Shrachi Tribes Rarh Tigers), and India ‘A’ player Abhishek Porel (Kolkata Royal Tigers).