Hyderabad, June 17 th, 2026: Telangana cricket is set for a landmark moment as the inaugural season of the Sreenidhi University TG20 gets underway at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium on June 21, with the league officially unveiling its full Season 1 schedule alongside actor Vijay Deverakonda as the Brand Ambassador of the tournament.
The tournament opener will see Palamuru Strikers take on Anvita Khammam Aces under lights on June 21, with the league stage running through July 7 before the playoffs begin on July 9. The Sreenidhi University TG20 Season 1 final will be played on July 12.
The inaugural edition of the tournament will feature several marquee names from Indian domestic cricket and the Telangana circuit. India international Mohammed Siraj will headline the Warangal Warriors squad, while India’s T20I vice-captain Tilak Varma and Ravi Teja will turn out for Medak Falcons.
Anurag Nalgonda Knights will feature Rahul Buddhi and Rakshann Readdi, while Anvita Khammam Aces have roped in CV Milind and Mickil Jaiswal. EIPL & Eleve Karimnagar Diamonds will bank on the experience of Tanmay Agarwal, with Rohit Rayudu set to represent Palamuru Strikers. Ranga Reddy Risers, meanwhile, will feature all-rounder Tanay Thyagarajan as one of the key names in their squad.
Fans across the country will be able to watch every match live on Star Sports, Star Sports 2, Star Sports 2 Telugu and JioHotstar, ensuring extensive broadcast and digital coverage for the league’s inaugural edition.
Several marquee fixtures headline the TG20 calendar, including the clash between Mohammed Siraj’s Warangal Warriors and Tilak Varma’s Medak Falcons on June 22, the Hyderabad derby between Hyderabad E-Champions and Ranga Reddy Risers on June 25, and the regional rivalry between Palamuru Strikers and Warangal Warriors on July 3.
The tournament will also feature key contests involving Anvita Khammam Aces against EIPL & Eleve Karimnagar Diamonds on June 26, Anurag Nalgonda Knights taking on Medak Falcons on July 3, and Palamuru Strikers facing Ranga Reddy Risers on June 27, ensuring all eight franchises are part of marquee league-stage encounters.
“From a tournament perspective, our focus was on building a schedule that keeps the momentum going throughout the inaugural season of the Sreenidhi University TG20 while ensuring a great experience for teams, broadcasters and fans. We’ve packed the calendar with marquee clashes, strong rivalries and prime-time fixtures, and having Vijay Deverakonda associated this season adds another layer of excitement and visibility for the league,” said V. Agam Rao, Chairman of the TG20 Governing Council at the Hyderabad Cricket Association.
Renowned actor Vijay Deverakonda said: Every Cricket legend was once an unknown name with a dream. TG20 is about discovering the next one. Somewhere in Telangana, a young cricketer is waiting for a chance to inspire millions. Proud to be part of a league that believes in talent, backs ambition, and sees dreams before the world does.
The opening ceremony of the league will be held at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium and will begin at 5:30 PM on June 21. The event will feature a live performance by National Award-winning music composer Thaman S, among others.
With double-headers, day-night matches and a strong mix of experienced campaigners and emerging talent, Sreenidhi University TG20 aims to provide a major platform for Telangana cricket while delivering a world-class entertainment experience for fans.
Tickets for the inaugural season will go live on District by Zomato on Wednesday, June 17.
Sreenidhi University TG20 Season 1 Schedule
| Match | Date | Time | Fixture |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | June 21 | 7:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs Anvita Khammam Aces |
| 2 | June 22 | 2:15 PM | Ranga Reddy Risers vs Anurag Nalgonda Knights |
| 3 | June 22 | 7:15 PM | Warangal Warriors vs Medak Falcons |
| 4 | June 23 | 2:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs Hyderabad E-Champions |
| 5 | June 23 | 7:15 PM | Ranga Reddy Risers vs Medak Falcons |
| 6 | June 24 | 2:15 PM | Anvita Khammam Aces vs Warangal Warriors |
| 7 | June 24 | 7:15 PM | Anurag Nalgonda Knights vs EIPL & Eleve Karimnagar Diamonds |
| 8 | June 25 | 2:15 PM | Ranga Reddy Risers vs Hyderabad E-Champions |
| 9 | June 25 | 7:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs Medak Falcons |
| 10 | June 26 | 2:15 PM | Anurag Nalgonda Knights vs Warangal Warriors |
| 11 | June 26 | 7:15 PM | Anvita Khammam Aces vs EIPL & Eleve Karimnagar Diamonds |
| 12 | June 27 | 2:15 PM | Medak Falcons vs Hyderabad E-Champions |
| 13 | June 27 | 7:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs Ranga Reddy Risers |
| 14 | June 28 | 2:15 PM | Warangal Warriors vs EIPL & Eleve Karimnagar Diamonds |
| 15 | June 29 | 2:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs Anurag Nalgonda Knights |
| 16 | June 29 | 7:15 PM | Anvita Khammam Aces vs Hyderabad E-Champions |
| 17 | June 30 | 2:15 PM | Medak Falcons vs EIPL & Eleve Karimnagar Diamonds |
| 18 | July 1 | 2:15 PM | Warangal Warriors vs Hyderabad E-Champions |
| 19 | July 1 | 7:15 PM | Anvita Khammam Aces vs Anurag Nalgonda Knights |
| 20 | July 2 | 2:15 PM | Ranga Reddy Risers vs EIPL & Eleve Karimnagar Diamonds |
| 21 | July 3 | 2:15 PM | Anurag Nalgonda Knights vs Medak Falcons |
| 22 | July 3 | 7:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs Warangal Warriors |
| 23 | July 4 | 2:15 PM | Anvita Khammam Aces vs Ranga Reddy Risers |
| 24 | July 4 | 7:15 PM | EIPL & Eleve Karimnagar Diamonds vs Hyderabad E-Champions |
| 25 | July 6 | 2:15 PM | Medak Falcons vs Anvita Khammam Aces |
| 26 | July 6 | 7:15 PM | Anurag Nalgonda Knights vs Hyderabad E-Champions |
| 27 | July 7 | 2:15 PM | Palamuru Strikers vs EIPL & Eleve Karimnagar Diamonds |
| 28 | July 7 | 7:15 PM | Ranga Reddy Risers vs Warangal Warriors |
| Break Day | July 8 | — | No Matches |
| Eliminator | July 9 | 2:15 PM | 3rd vs 4th |
| Qualifier 1 | July 9 | 7:15 PM | 1st vs 2nd |
| Qualifier 2 | July 10 | 7:15 PM | Loser Q1 vs Winner Eliminator |
| Break Day | July 11 | — | No Matches |
| Final | July 12 | 7:15 PM | Final |
