The Lanka Premier League (LPL), Sri Lanka’s top franchise T20 competition, is returning for a sixth season from July 17 to August 8, 2026, with live broadcast on Star Sports, as the league develops great viewership momentum and increasing international interest.
The Lanka Premier League, organised by Sri Lanka Cricket and commercially owned by Innovative Production Group FZ, LLC (IPG), has established itself as one of South Asia’s major franchise T20 leagues.
This season, the event, which features 62 Sri Lankan players and 32 foreign stars, continues to bring local potential to high-performance settings, international experience, and elite competition. By doing this, LPL has strengthened its ties to the international game and emerged as a significant contributor to the growth of Sri Lankan cricket.
Anil Mohan Sankhdhar, Founder and CEO of IPG Group and official rights holder of the Lanka Premier League, said, “The Lanka Premier League continues to strengthen its position within the global cricket ecosystem. The record interest shown by players this season, with more than 650 overseas registrations from 21 countries reflects the growing appeal of the league among both players and fans worldwide. As we enter our sixth season, our ambition extends beyond staging a successful tournament. We are committed to creating a platform that contributes to the growth of Sri Lankan cricket, provides opportunities for emerging talent to compete alongside some of the world’s best players, and delivers a world-class experience for fans across markets. The continued growth of the league is a testament to the progress we have made and the opportunities that lie ahead.”
Samantha Dodanwela, Tournament Director of the Lanka Premier League, said, “Season 6 represents another exciting milestone in the journey of the Lanka Premier League. The quality and diversity of players participating this year reflects the growing strength of the tournament, with a strong mix of international stars and emerging Sri Lankan talent ready to compete on one platform. With world-class broadcast coverage, passionate fans and some of the biggest names in cricket set to take the field, we are looking forward to delivering another memorable season of high-quality T20 cricket.”
Fans can expect to see stars such as Moeen Ali, Jimmy Neesham, Shakib Al Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Wanindu Hasaranga, Angelo Mathews, Kusal Mendis, and Dasun Shanaka in action, while Indian international Vijay Shankar’s eagerly anticipated Lanka Premier League debut adds to the competition’s rising profile as a destination for elite cricketing talent from around the world. As Lanka Premier League embarks on its sixth season, it is solidifying its reputation as one of the most alluring cricket properties in the area, bringing together talent, supporters, and partners via one of the most captivating Twenty20 competitions.
