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The Celebrity Cricket League (CCL) returns for its thrilling 12th edition in 2026, blending the glamour of Indian cinema with the raw excitement of T20 cricket.
This star-studded spectacle unites actors, directors, and industry icons from across the country, pulling in a massive audience of over 200 million viewers through television broadcasts and digital streams. Expect electric vibes in sold-out stadiums, where cheering fans turn venues into vibrant festivals of regional pride and national camaraderie.
Kicking off on January 16, the tournament builds to a grand finale on February 1, promising high-octane matches, celebrity drama, and unforgettable moments that bridge film and sport.
CCL 2026 Teams
Eight powerhouse teams embody the spirit of major regional
film industries, reigniting rivalries and celebrating cultural diversity:
Punjab De Sher (Punjabi cinema) - Fierce and flamboyant, led by Punjabi stars ready to roar.
Bhojpuri Dabanggs (Bhojpuri industry) - High-energy underdogs with a massive rural fanbase.
Bengal Tigers (Bengali cinema) - Strategic and passionate, channeling Kolkata's intellectual edge.
Mumbai Heroes (Hindi/Bollywood) - The star power and big-hitting flair.
Karnataka Bulldozers (Kannada industry) - Relentless and robust, known for bulldozing opposition.
Telugu Warriors (Telugu cinema) - Aggressive warriors with Tollywood's blockbuster aggression.
Kerala Strikers (Malayalam industry) - An exciting comeback story, bringing Mollywood's precision and flair after a season away.
Vels Chennai Kings (Tamil cinema) - Defending pride with Kollywood's rhythm and resilience.
This lineup fosters intense inter-industry battles while promoting unity, with Kerala's return completing the full eight-team roster for the first time in recent years.
CCL 2026 Schedule: Full List of Celebrity Cricket League Matches, Dates and Venues
CCL 2026 Venues
The action spans India's cricket heartlands, starting in the coastal buzz of Visakhapatnam before shifting south and climaxing in the tech-city spectacle of Hyderabad-
Vizag (ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium), Coimbatore (SNR College Cricket Ground), Hyderabad (Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium)
CCL 2026 Squads: Full List of Players, Captains of All Celebrity Cricket League Teams
CCL 2026 Live Streaming: Where to Watch Celebrity Cricket League on TV and Online?
The CCL 2026 matches will telecast on Sony Ten 3 in India, while the matches will also be live-streamed on Jio Hotstar app and website. The matches will start at 2 PM and 6:30 PM IST on the day.
Regional Live Stream and Broadcast
The CCL 2026 tournament will also be telecast across various regional channels in South India and other parts of the country. Door Darshan and DD Sports will also provide the telecast in Hindi.
Door Darshan (Hindi) - first 11 matches
DD Sports (Hindi) - last 9 matches
Star Vijay Super - Tamil
Maa Movies - Telugu
Asianet Movies - Malayalam
PTC Punjabi - Punjabi
Suvarna Plus - Kannada
