Inaugural edition of Lanka T10 League from December 12
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New Delhi, 26 February (HS). The inaugural edition of the Lanka T10 League will be held from December 12 to December 22, 2024.
The tournament, initially planned to be held in June 2023, was moved to December, with SLC considering the 'December window' to be most appropriate for conducting the league, as it would complement Sri Lanka's domestic and international cricket calendar. will be.
The Lanka T10 League, the newest tournament in Sri Lanka's annual cricket calendar, will feature Sri Lanka's top players as well as some of the finest international stars.
This action-packed competition will also provide an opportunity to the country's brightest young talents to mingle and play with international stars.
I am confident that this tournament will be extremely successful and will contribute to the ability of Sri Lanka Cricket to stay up to date with the changing trends in the game,” Sri Lanka Cricket President Shammi Silva said in an official statement.
“We hope that this event will not only attract cricket fans but will also act as a catalyst to popularize the tournament more widely,” Silva said.
Anil Mohan, Founder and CEO of IPG Group, said, “This is a fantastic step for us as we get the opportunity to lead another exciting chapter in Sri Lankan cricket. Our league unites top international stars and local talent on an exciting platform for cricket fans around the world. Together, we aim to make history and elevate the game with every exciting match.
The tournament will feature six men's teams covering regional cricket centres, with each team comprising a squad of 16 players including six overseas players.
Shaji Ul Mulk, Chairman, TITAN Global Sports, said, “We are thrilled to bring T10 cricket to Sri Lanka, and we are grateful to SLC for their support. The league holds additional significance as it has been formally endorsed by respected members like the SLC, highlighting the credibility and excitement of this new era.
The matches will be played under lights at some of the top international cricket venues in Sri Lanka.
Hindustan News / Sunil