Delhi Premier League season three begins July 31, 2026

The third season of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) is set to begin on Friday, July 31, 2026, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, marking the start of a month-long domestic T20 cricket tournament featuring eight franchise teams. The opening match will see Central Delhi Kings, led by Yash Dhull, face off against Purani Dilli 6, captained by Anuj Rawat, following a grand opening ceremony with live musical performances.

Organized by the Delhi District Cricket Association (DDCA), the tournament will run until August 30, with all 57 matches to be played at the same venue. The format consists of a double round-robin league stage, where each team plays the others twice, followed by playoffs modeled on the Indian Premier League structure. The top four teams will advance to the knockout stage, culminating in the final on August 30.

Ahead of the season opener, captains from all eight franchises expressed confidence and excitement during a pre-season press conference on Wednesday, July 29. Anuj Rawat, leading Purani Dilli 6, described the captaincy as an honor and emphasized his team's balanced mix of experience and youth. He stated the squad has prepared thoroughly with numerous...