Inaugural Lanka T10 to be held in December

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The inaugural edition of the Lanka T10 League will be held from 12-22 December.

The tournament, which was initially planned to be held in 2023, will now be held in December this year, which provides an ideal window to conduct a successful competition.

The Lanka T10 League, Sri Lanka’s newest addition to its annual cricket calendar, will feature some of the finest international stars along with Sri Lanka’s top international stars. The action-packed competition will also provide opportunities for the brightest young talents in the country to mix, mingle, and play along with international stars.

“I have full confidence that this tournament will be a resounding success, contributing to Sri Lanka Cricket’s ability to stay current with the evolving trends in the game,” said Sri Lanka Cricket President Shammi Silva.

“We foresee that this event will not solely captivate cricket enthusiasts, but also serve as a catalyst for popularising the tournament broadly,” he added.

IPG Group Founder and CEO Anil Mohan and one of the constituent members of the consortium holding the Event Rights for the Lanka T10 League, said: “This is a great stepping stone for us as we get to organise another exciting chapter in Sri Lankan Cricket. Our league unites the top international stars and local talent on an exciting platform for cricket enthusiasts worldwide. Together, we aim to make history and elevate the game with every thrilling match.”

The tournament will feature six men’s teams covering regional cricket epicentres, with each team consisting of a squad of 16 players, along with six foreign players.

“We are thrilled to bring T10 cricket to Sri Lanka, and we’re grateful to SLC for their support. This league holds added significance as it is formally endorsed by esteemed members like SLC, highlighting the credibility and excitement surrounding this new era in Sri Lankan cricket,” said TTen Global Sports Chairman Shaji ul Mulk, representing the Lead Partner of the Event Rights Consortium.

The matches will be played in some of Sri Lanka’s top international cricket venues and under lights.