# Sher-e-Punjab T20 League launch

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sher-e-punjab-t20-league-launch
> Updated: 2026-08-08T17:48:28.000Z. Sources: 17. Developments: 2.

The Punjab Cricket Association and Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann have launched the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League. Scheduled to run from August 30 to September 13, 2026, the tournament will take place at the PCA International Cricket Stadium and features six franchises: Amritsar Suraj, Fazilka Falcons, Jalandhar Warriors, Ludhiana Lions, Mohali Kings, and Bathinda Royals.

Marquee players announced for the inaugural season include Shubman Gill, Arshdeep Singh, Abhishek Sharma, Prabhsimran Singh, Ramandeep Singh, and Gurnoor Brar. A player auction involving over 450 players is scheduled for August 9. The league aims to provide a platform for young talent and strengthen the state's sporting presence.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-08: Punjab launches Sher-e-Punjab T20 League with six franchises

Punjab has unveiled the 'Sher-e-Punjab T20 League,' a new cricket tournament featuring six franchise teams and star players like Shubman Gill, running from August 30 to September 13 in Mohali.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/punjab-launches-sher-e-punjab-t20-league-with-six-franchises

### 2026-08-02: Sher-e-Punjab T20 League launched in New Chandigarh

The Sher-e-Punjab T20 League was launched in New Chandigarh, running 30 Aug‑13 Sept 2026 with six franchises, 27 matches and marquee players like Shubman Gill and Arshdeep Singh.

15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sher-e-punjab-t20-league-launched-to-boost-punjab-cricket

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