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Lanka Premier League returns after two years, opener set for July 17

Sri Lanka's T20 franchise competition returns for the first time since its 2024 edition, with the player draft scheduled for June 1

LPL

The Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2026 will officially commence on July 17 with a rematch of the 2024 final, which was the last time the LPL was held, featuring reigning champions Jaffna and 2024 runners-up Galle.

The tournament opener is set to take place under the SSC lights in Colombo - a venue that hosted its inaugural T20I during this year's T20 World Cup. The game is scheduled to begin at 7.30pm, though the venue will also host an official opening ceremony to launch the 2026 season ahead of the fixture.


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