The Lanka T10 Super League 2024 offers a fresh and dynamic approach to the game as an exciting addition to the cricket landscape. This first edition features over 10 fast-paced formats, promising action-packed matches lasting just 90 minutes.
The league is expected to enthrall cricket fans by showcasing the combination of intense batting, strategic bowling and game-changing moments that define the T10 format. With the growing interest in short-format cricket, the Lanka T10 Super League aims to attract both domestic and international attention, adding an exciting chapter to the history of Sri Lankan cricket.
Tournament structure, schedule and venue
The Lanka T10 Super League 2024 will open at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy, known for its welcoming atmosphere and excellent cricket facilities. The tournament will run from December 11 to December 19, 2024 and will bring together six teams comprising the most competitive cricket franchises in Sri Lanka.
These teams – Colombo Jaguars, Galle Marvels, Hambantota Bangla Tigers, Jaffna Titans, Kandy Bolts and Nuwara Eliya Kings – will feature a round-robin system that ensures each team gets ample opportunity to prove their skills on the field. Over the course of the league, each team will play seven league matches, facing three opponents once and two against other teams, setting the stage for a highly competitive race to the top of the table.
Playoff format and the road to the final
As the league progresses, the top four teams after the league stage will advance to the playoffs. The first stage of the playoffs will be Qualifying 1, where the top two teams will fight to go directly to the final match. The third- and fourth-placed teams will face each other in an Eliminator, with the winner facing the loser of Qualifier 1 in Qualifier 2. This format ensures that each match carries significant weight, with teams fighting for strategic advantages to reach the final. demonstration. The culmination of the tournament, the grand final will take place on December 19, where the top two teams will battle it out for the title and the honor of becoming the Lanka T10 Super League champions for the first time.
Group divisions and opening of the tournament
For this first edition, teams have been split into two groups, ensuring a balanced yet competitive structure. Group A will feature Jaffna Titans, Hambantota Bangla Tigers and Nuwara Eliya Kings, while Group B will feature Colombo Jaguars, Kandy Bolts and Galle Marvels.
This division not only adds intrigue to the group stage games but also sets the stage for intense competition and exciting matches. The tournament will kick off with an exciting opening match between Jaffna Titans and Hambantota Bangla Tigers on December 11, a game that will grab the attention of cricket fans and set the tone for the rest of the competition.
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Lanka T10 Super League 2024: Complete schedule and fixture details
December 11, 2024
- Jaffna Titans and Hambantota Bangla Tigers
Time: 16:00 IST / 10:30 GMT / 18:00 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium - Nuwara Eliya Kings vs Colombo Jaguars
Time: 18:15 IST / 12:45 GMT / 20:15 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium - Kandy Bolts vs Galle Marvels
Time: 20:30 IST / 15:00 GMT / 21:30 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
December 12, 2024
- Kandy Bolts vs Nuwara Eliya Kings
Time: 16:00 IST / 10:30 GMT / 18:00 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium - Galle Marvels vs Hambantota Bangla Tigers
Time: 18:15 IST / 12:45 GMT / 20:15 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium - Jaffna Titans and Colombo Jaguars
Time: 20:30 IST / 15:00 GMT / 21:30 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
December 13, 2024
- Nuwara Eliya Kings vs Galle Marvels
Time: 16:00 IST / 10:30 GMT / 18:00 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium - Kandy Bolts and Jaffna Titans
Time: 18:15 IST / 12:45 GMT / 20:15 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium - Colombo Jaguars and Hambantota Bangla Tigers
Time: 20:30 IST / 15:00 GMT / 21:30 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
December 14, 2024
- Colombo Jaguars vs Kandy Bolts
Time: 16:00 IST / 10:30 GMT / 18:00 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium - Galle Marvels and Jaffna Titans
Time: 18:15 IST / 12:45 GMT / 20:15 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium - Hambantota Bangla Tigers vs Nuwara Elijah Kings
Time: 20:30 IST / 15:00 GMT / 21:30 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
December 15, 2024
- Hambantota Bangla Tigers vs Kandy Bolts
Time: 16:00 IST / 10:30 GMT / 18:00 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium - Colombo Jaguars vs Galle Marvels
Time: 18:15 IST / 12:45 GMT / 20:15 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium - Jaffna Titans vs Nuwara Eliya Kings
Time: 20:30 IST / 15:00 GMT / 21:30 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
December 16, 2024
- Nuwara Eliya Kings vs Galle Marvels
Time: 16:00 IST / 10:30 GMT / 18:00 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium - Hambantota Bangla Tigers vs Colombo Jaguars
Time: 18:15 IST / 12:45 GMT / 20:15 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium - Jaffna Titans and Kandy Bolts
Time: 20:30 IST / 15:00 GMT / 21:30 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
December 17, 2024
- Colombo Jaguars and Jaffna Titans
Time: 16:00 IST / 10:30 GMT / 18:00 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium - Kandy Bolts vs Nuwara Eliya Kings
Time: 18:15 IST / 12:45 GMT / 20:15 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium - Galle Marvels vs Hambantota Bangla Tigers
Time: 20:30 IST / 15:00 GMT / 21:30 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
December 18, 2024
- Classification 1 (Teams TBD)
Time: 16:00 IST / 10:30 GMT / 18:00 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium - Eliminator (Teams TBD)
Time: 18:15 IST / 12:45 GMT / 20:15 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium - Classification 2 (Teams TBD)
Time: 20:30 IST / 15:00 GMT / 21:30 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
December 19, 2024
- The final (Teams TBD)
Time: 17:30 IST / 12:00 GMT / 20:30 SLT
Location: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
