The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2026 will bring exciting T20 cricket from December 26, 2025, to January 23, 2026.
This season will feature six competitive teams: Dhaka Capitals, Rangpur Riders, Chattogram Royals, Rajshahi Warriors, Sylhet Titans, and Noakhali Express.
Fans can look forward to intense matches, with a total of 34 games played across Sylhet, Chattogram, and Dhaka. The Fortune Barishal and Khulna Tigers won’t compete due to ownership issues.
The new player auction brings top local talent and international stars, making teams more balanced and robust.
In this article, we will cover everything you need to know about BPL 2026.
Bangladesh Premier League 2026: Complete Match Schedule With Dates, Teams, And Venues
The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2026 began in Sylhet, moved to Chattogram for mid-tournament matches, and concluded with the playoffs and the grand final at the iconic Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka.
This table provides a complete fixture list for the BPL 2026, including all matches, dates, participating teams, and venues.
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 26, 2025 | Sylhet Titans vs Rajshahi Warriors | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet |
| Dec 26, 2025 | Noakhali Express vs Chattogram Royals | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet |
| Dec 27, 2025 | Dhaka Capitals vs Rajshahi Warriors | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet |
| Dec 27, 2025 | Sylhet Titans vs Noakhali Express | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet |
| Dec 29, 2025 | Rangpur Riders vs Chattogram Royals | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet |
| Dec 29, 2025 | Rajshahi Warriors vs Noakhali Express | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet |
| Dec 30, 2025 | Sylhet Titans vs Chattogram Royals | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet |
| Dec 30, 2025 | Dhaka Capitals vs Rangpur Riders | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet |
| Jan 01, 2026 | Sylhet Titans vs Dhaka Capitals | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet |
| Jan 01, 2026 | Rangpur Riders vs Rajshahi Warriors | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet |
| Jan 02, 2026 | Dhaka Capitals vs Chattogram Royals | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet |
| Jan 02, 2026 | Sylhet Titans vs Rangpur Riders | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet |
| Jan 05, 2026 | Rangpur Riders vs Dhaka Capitals | MA Aziz Stadium, Chattogram |
| Jan 05, 2026 | Chattogram Royals vs Rajshahi Warriors | MA Aziz Stadium, Chattogram |
| Jan 06, 2026 | Noakhali Express vs Sylhet Titans | MA Aziz Stadium, Chattogram |
| Jan 06, 2026 | Chattogram Royals vs Rangpur Riders | MA Aziz Stadium, Chattogram |
| Jan 08, 2026 | Sylhet Titans vs Rangpur Riders | MA Aziz Stadium, Chattogram |
| Jan 08, 2026 | Rajshahi Warriors vs Dhaka Capitals | MA Aziz Stadium, Chattogram |
| Jan 09, 2026 | Chattogram Royals vs Noakhali Express | MA Aziz Stadium, Chattogram |
| Jan 09, 2026 | Rajshahi Warriors vs Sylhet Titans | MA Aziz Stadium, Chattogram |
| Jan 11, 2026 | Rangpur Riders vs Noakhali Express | MA Aziz Stadium, Chattogram |
| Jan 11, 2026 | Chattogram Royals vs Dhaka Capitals | MA Aziz Stadium, Chattogram |
| Jan 12, 2026 | Rajshahi Warriors vs Rangpur Riders | MA Aziz Stadium, Chattogram |
| Jan 12, 2026 | Noakhali Express vs Dhaka Capitals | MA Aziz Stadium, Chattogram |
| Jan 15, 2026 | Dhaka Capitals vs Noakhali Express | Sher‑e‑Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka |
| Jan 15, 2026 | Chattogram Royals vs Sylhet Titans | Sher‑e‑Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka |
| Jan 16, 2026 | Noakhali Express vs Rajshahi Warriors | Sher‑e‑Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka |
| Jan 16, 2026 | Dhaka Capitals vs Sylhet Titans | Sher‑e‑Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka |
| Jan 17, 2026 | Rajshahi Warriors vs Chattogram Royals | Sher‑e‑Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka |
| Jan 17, 2026 | Noakhali Express vs Rangpur Riders | Sher‑e‑Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka |
| Jan 19, 2026 | Eliminator | Sher‑e‑Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka |
| Jan 19, 2026 | Qualifier 1 | Sher‑e‑Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka |
| Jan 21, 2026 | Qualifier 2 | Sher‑e‑Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka |
| Jan 23, 2026 | Final | Sher‑e‑Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka |
From the opening day clashes to the playoffs and the grand final, this fixture guide allows fans to plan their viewing and stay updated on every game of the tournament.
Ranking The BPL 2026 Teams: Best Squads To Watch
The strongest franchises, emerging teams, and potential dark horses, helping fans quickly assess which squads to watch closely this season.
This table ranks all five BPL 2026 teams based on squad strength, player experience, and recent form.
| Rank | Team | Players |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dhaka Capitals | Taskin Ahmed, Saif Hassan, Shamim Hossain, Mohammad Saifuddin, Mohammad Mithun, Taijul Islam, Sabbir Rahman, Nasir Hossain, Tofayel Ahmed, Irfan Sukkur, Abdullah Al Mamun, Maruf Mridha, Jayed Ullah, Moinul Islam, Alex Hales, Usman Khan, Dasun Shanaka, Zubairullah Akbari |
| 2 | Rangpur Riders | Mustafizur Rahman, Nurul Hasan Sohan, Litton Das, Towhid Hridoy, Nahid Rana, Rakibul Hasan, Aliss Al Islam, Mrittunjoy Chowdhury, Nayeem Hasan, Kamrul Islam Rabbi, Abdul Halim, Iftakhar Hossain Ifti, Mehedi Hasan Shohagh, Mahmudullah Riyad, Khawaja Nafay, Sufiyan Muqeem, Emilio Gay, Md Akhlaq |
| 3 | Sylhet Titans | Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Nasum Ahmed, Parvez Hossain Emon, Khaled Ahmed, Afif Hossain, Rony Talukdar, Zakir Hasan, Ruyel Miah, Ariful Islam, Ebadot Hossain, Shohidul Islam, Rahatul Ferdous Javed, Tawfique Khan Tushar, Robiul Islam, Mominul Haque, Saim Ayub, Mohammad Amir, Angelo Mathews, Aaron Jones |
| 4 | Rajshahi Warriors | Najmul Hossain Shanto, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Yasir Ali, Akbar Ali, Ripon Mondol, Jishan Alam, Hasan Murad, Abdul Gaffar Saqlain, SM Meherob, Robiul Haque, Mushfiqur Rahim, Shakhir H. Shuvro, Wasi Siddiquee, Md Rubel, Mohammad Nawaz, Sahibzada Farhan, Dushan Hemantha, Jahandad Khan |
| 5 | Chattogram Royals | Mahedi Hasan, Tanvir Islam, Naim Sheikh, Shoriful Islam, Abu Hider Rony, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Mahfijul Islam Robin, Sumon Khan, Ziaur Rahman, Arafat Sunny, Mukidul Islam, Shuvagata Hom, Salman Hossain, Zahiduzzaman Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Niroshan Dickwella, Angelo Perera |
| 6 | Noakhali Express | Hasan Mahmud, Soumya Sarkar, Mahidul Islam Ankon, Jaker Ali Anik, Habibur Rahman Sohan, Shahadat Hossain Dipu, Rejaur Rahman Raja, Mehedi Hasan Rana, Shykat Ali, Sabbir Hosan, Rahamutullah Ali, Kusal Mendis, Johnson Charles, Ihsanullah Khan, Haider Ali |
The BPL 2026 will feature five teams, 34 matches, and top local and international players across three major stadiums.
1. Dhaka Capitals
The Dhaka Capitals are among the most successful teams in BPL history, winning multiple titles. In the 2024–25 BPL, they set a league record by scoring 254 runs for one wicket against Rajshahi.
In that match, Liton Das and Tanzid Hasan Tamim together set a record 241-run partnership that impressed everyone. Looking ahead to the 2025–26 season, if Dhaka can keep up their strong scoring and improve their bowling, they have a good chance of reaching the playoffs.
Top Players:
- Saif Hassan
- Alex Hales
- Shamim Hossain
- Nasir Hossain
- Mohammad Mithun
- Mohammad Saifuddin
- Sabbir Rahman
- Dasun Shanaka
- Taskin Ahmed
- Taijul Islam
- Zubairullah Akbari
2. Rangpur Riders
Rangpur Riders are a strong franchise in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), boasting a win rate of nearly 57% and a championship title from the 2017 season. They have achieved some of the highest team totals in the league, including an impressive 239 for 4 in 2019.
In the 2024–25 season, Rangpur topped the early standings, notably beating Dhaka Capitals by seven wickets. With a mix of powerful hitters and skilled bowlers, they are considered favorites for the 2025–26 title.
Top Players:
- Litton Das
- Khawaja Nafay
- Towhid Hridoy
- Mahmudullah Riyad
- Nurul Hasan Sohan
- Nahid Rana
- Aliss Al Islam
- Emilio Gay
- Rakibul Hasan
- Mustafizur Rahman
- Mrittunjoy Chowdhury
3. Sylhet Titans
The Sylhet Titans (formerly Sylhet Strikers/Thunder) have never won a BPL title and often struggle with inconsistent performances. As of the end of the 2025 season, they don’t rank among the top win-loss records, frequently finishing outside playoff positions.
Despite this, they showed potential in the 2024–25 BPL, posting competitive totals, but faced challenges. For the 2025-26 season, the addition of experienced all-rounders like Mehidy Hasan Miraz and seasoned T20 batters could enhance their competitiveness on flat pitches.
Top Players
- Saim Ayub
- Afif Hossain
- Mominul Haque
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz
- Parvez Hossain Emon
- Rony Talukdar
- Zakir Hasan
- Angelo Mathews
- Aaron Jones
- Nasum Ahmed
- Mohammad Amir
4. Rajshahi Warriors
The Rajshahi Warriors have a competitive history, including a BPL title win in the 2019–20 season as the Rajshahi Royals. Their success relies on a strong top order to set the pace and effective bowlers to control runs in the death overs.
As Rajshahi Warriors gear up for the 2025–26 BPL season, their combination of seasoned batters and capable bowlers provides a strong opportunity to earn enough group-stage victories to compete for a playoff position.
Top Players:
- Najmul Hossain Shanto
- Tanzid Hasan Tamim
- Yasir Ali Chowdhury
- Mushfiqur Rahim
- Tanzim Hasan Sakib
- Akbar Ali
- Sahibzada Farhan
- Hasan Murad
- Abdul Gaffar Saqlain
- Ripon Mondol
- Dushan Ishara Hemantha
5. Chattogram Royals
The Chattogram Royals continue the tradition of past BPL franchises, delivering several high-scoring games and competitive performances. Although they haven’t consistently dominated the league, their batting depth and versatile bowling often challenge top teams.
As they prepare for the 2025-26 season, their success will depend on their ability to perform consistently. Playing at the Zohur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, which is known for high run rates, could boost their chances.
Top Players
- Niroshan Dickwella
- Mahfijul Islam Robin
- Mahedi Hasan
- Tanvir Islam
- Shoriful Islam
- Abu Hider Rony
- Angelo Perera
- Sumon Khan
- Ziaur Rahman
- Arafat Sunny
- Mukidul Islam
6. Noakhali Express
Noakhali Express is a new team in the BPL for the 2025-26 season. Unlike established teams like Rangpur or Dhaka, Noakhali does not have a history in the tournament yet. Instead, their success depends on the strengths of their players and how well they work together.
Noakhali needs to find balance and be adaptable. If they can win two or three of their early matches, they can gain confidence and aim for a playoff spot. Their biggest challenge will be managing pressure and finishing games instead of just scoring quickly or taking early wickets.
Top Players
- Soumya Sarkar
- Kusal Mendis
- Johnson Charles
- Mahidul Islam Ankon
- Shykat Ali
- Habibur Rahman Sohan
- Mehedi Hasan Rana
- Jaker Ali Anik
- Ihsanullah Khan
- Haider Ali
- Hasan Mahmud
How To Watch BPL 2026
Fans can easily find their preferred platform to follow every match, get scores, and catch key moments throughout the tournament.
The table below outlines the best ways to watch the BPL 2026 matches live, including TV channels, official streaming platforms, mobile apps, and social media highlights.
| Platform | Access / Details |
|---|---|
| TV (Bangladesh) | T Sports – live matches and highlights |
| TV (International) | Regional sports channels or T Sports International |
| Online / Streaming | BPL official site, T Sports app, or OTT platforms |
| Mobile / Apps | T Sports App, Cricbuzz, ESPNcricinfo for live scores |
| Social Media | YouTube, Facebook, Instagram – highlights and updates |
BPL matches for the 2026 season are broadcast live on T Sports in Bangladesh. T Sports International and various regional sports channels provide coverage for international viewers. Official streaming is available through the BPL website and the T Sports app.
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Conclusion: BPL 2026 Features Five Teams, 34 Matches, And Top Local, International Players!
Officially scheduled from December 26, 2025, to January 23, 2026, the league will feature 34 matches played across three major venues, Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Zohur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram, and Sher‑e‑Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka.
This season features a significant change, as only five teams will compete. Dhaka Capitals and Rangpur Riders remain unchanged, while Chattogram Royals, Rajshahi Warriors, Sylhet Titans, and Noakhali Express are new, aiming to renew the league.
Stay updated on BPL 2025‑26 schedules, venues, squads, and live streaming options for the ultimate cricket experience.
FAQs
The tournament runs from December 26, 2025, to January 23, 2026.
In the BPL 2025‑26, the five teams competing are Dhaka Capitals, Rangpur Riders, Chattogram Royals, Rajshahi Warriors, and Noakhali Express.
Matches are scheduled at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Zohur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium (Chattogram), and Sher‑e‑Bangla National Stadium (Dhaka).
Fans can watch on T Sports (Bangladesh), T Sports International, the official BPL website/app, or an OTT platform like FanCode.
Yes, each team includes experienced overseas players alongside top Bangladeshi talent.
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