Lanka Premier League 2026 — Live Scores, Schedule & Points Table
Your complete hub for LPL 2026. Follow all 24 matches across four venues, from the 17 July opener to the 8 August final — live scores, fixtures, squads and player stats for every franchise.
Jaffna Kings
Galle MarvelsLPL 2026 Teams & Squads
Five franchises representing Jaffna, Galle, Kandy, Dambulla and Colombo battle for the Season 6 title. Tap any team to explore its full squad.
LPL 2026 Points Table
The double round-robin standings update live through the league stage. The top four teams qualify for the playoffs.
Team Standings
⏱️ Live during the tournament · league begins 17 July| Team | P | W | L | NR | NRR | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaffna Kings | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0 |
| Galle Marvels | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0 |
 Kandy Falcons | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0 |
 Dambulla Sixers | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0 |
 Colombo Kaps | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0 |
LPL 2026 Full Schedule & Match Timings
All 24 fixtures with dates, venues and start times (Sri Lanka Standard Time). The league runs across three city legs before the playoffs in Colombo.
Everything LPL 2026, in One Place
From ball-by-ball scoring to deep player analytics and fan polls — built for cricket lovers who want speed and depth.
Live Scores & Commentary
The fastest score updates from powerplay to death overs — never miss a boundary or wicket.
- Ball-by-ball live commentary
- Real-time scorecards
- Match progress & win probability
Player Stats & Leaderboards
Track who’s leading the run charts and the wicket-takers’ list throughout the season.
- Top run-scorers & partnerships
- Leading wicket-takers & economy
- Player of the Match rankings
Fan Zone & Predictions
Join the community — vote in polls, share predictions and relive the season’s best moments.
- Match polls & predictions
- Fan comments & social feeds
- Highlights & reels
LPL 2026 Venues
Four iconic Sri Lankan grounds host the sixth edition, with the SSC making its LPL debut after hosting T20 World Cup fixtures.
Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC)
The traditional home of Sri Lankan Test cricket, newly fitted with floodlights. Hosts the opening Colombo leg, 17–19 July.
📍 ColomboR. Premadasa Stadium
A high-scoring, big-crowd venue that stages all four playoff matches — Qualifiers, Eliminator and the Final.
📍 ColomboPallekele International Stadium
Famous for its scenic hill-country backdrop and batting-friendly surface. Hosts the Kandy leg, 28 July–2 August.
📍 KandyRangiri Dambulla Stadium
Set against the Dambulla rock fortress, this ground hosts nine league fixtures, 21–26 July. Read our full Dambulla guide →
📍 DambullaLanka Premier League 2026: The Complete Guide
The Lanka Premier League (LPL) is Sri Lanka’s premier franchise Twenty20 cricket tournament, organised by Sri Lanka Cricket. The 2026 edition is the sixth season of the league and marks its return after the competition was last held in 2024. Featuring the country’s top home-grown talent alongside international stars, the LPL has grown into one of Asia’s most exciting T20 leagues.
Quick answer: LPL 2026 runs from 17 July to 8 August 2026, with five teams — Jaffna Kings, Galle Marvels, Kandy Falcons, Dambulla Sixers and Colombo Kaps — playing 24 matches across four venues in Colombo, Dambulla and Kandy.
LPL 2026 format and structure
The tournament follows a double round-robin league stage in which all five teams face each other twice, producing 20 league matches. The top four sides on the points table then advance to the playoffs, made up of Qualifier 1, the Eliminator, Qualifier 2 and the Final. A reserve day on 9 August is set aside in case rain interrupts the title decider.
Why the Lanka Premier League matters
Beyond the entertainment, the LPL plays a serious role in Sri Lankan cricket. It develops emerging local players, gives them exposure to seasoned international cricketers, boosts sports tourism, and strengthens the country’s T20 structure ahead of major global events. With Sri Lanka having co-hosted the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup, the league arrives with extra momentum and upgraded venues.
LPL winners list (2020–2024)
Jaffna-based franchises have dominated the league’s history, lifting the trophy four times in five seasons.
| Season | Champions | Runners-up |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Jaffna Stallions | Galle Gladiators |
| 2021 | Jaffna Kings | Galle Gladiators |
| 2022 | Jaffna Kings | Colombo Stars |
| 2023 | B-Love Kandy | Dambulla Aura |
| 2024 | Jaffna Kings | Galle Marvels |
How to follow LPL 2026
You can follow every match of the Lanka Premier League 2026 right here with live points table, the full schedule and squad pages for all five franchises. For the latest team announcements, draft updates and match previews, visit our LPL 2026 News section and the LPL Blogs hub.
Lanka Premier League 2026 — FAQs
Everything you need to know about Sri Lanka’s biggest T20 cricket tournament.