by If you’ve been counting down the days to Vidarbha’s biggest home T20 tournament, you’re in the right place.
The Vidarbha Premier League 2026 kicks off June 1 at Nagpur’s VCA Jamtha Stadium, and we’ve rounded up every single fixture, team update, and venue detail you need to plan your watch parties, fantasy picks, and stadium trips this month.
Vidarbha Premier League 2026 Schedule
Whether you’re a long-time Vidarbha cricket fan or a casual viewer tuning in for the India stars on show, this guide has all the info you need to follow the action.
Full Vidarbha Premier League 2026 Schedule (League + Playoffs)
League Stage Fixtures
The 2026 VPL men’s tournament features 21 round-robin matches played between June 1 and June 11, with each of the six franchises playing the other five once.
Matches are split into afternoon (2:30 PM IST) and evening (7:30 PM IST) slots, with weekend doubleheaders to give fans more action in a single day.
The opening match on June 1 saw defending champions NECO Master Blaster take on Pagariya Strikers, with Pagariya chasing down 220 runs to win by 5 wickets.
Results for all subsequent fixtures will be updated in the official VCA schedule as matches conclude:
| Match No. | Date | Time | Fixture |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mon, Jun 1 | 7:30 PM | NECO Master Blaster vs Pagariya Strikers (Result: Pagariya Strikers won by 5 wickets) |
| 2 | Tue, Jun 2 | 2:30 PM | India Warriors vs Nagpur Heroz (Result: India Warriors won by 33 runs) |
| 3 | Tue, Jun 2 | 7:30 PM | Bharat Rangers vs Orange Tigers (Result: Bharat Rangers won by 6 wickets) |
| 4 | Wed, Jun 3 | 2:30 PM | Pagariya Strikers vs India Warriors (Result: Pagariya Strikers won by 3 wickets) |
| 5 | Wed, Jun 3 | 7:30 PM | Orange Tigers vs Nagpur Heroz (Result: Nagpur Heroz won by 10 runs) |
| 6-21 | Jun 4 to Jun 11 | 2:30 PM / 7:30 PM | Remaining league fixtures (full list per official VCA release) |
VPL 2026 Playoff Schedule
The top four teams from the league stage progress to the knockout phase, with four matches played over three days to crown the 2026 champion:
| Stage | Date | Time | Fixture |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eliminator | Fri, Jun 12 | 2:30 PM IST | 3rd place vs 4th place |
| Qualifier 1 | Fri, Jun 12 | 7:30 PM IST | 1st place vs 2nd place |
| Qualifier 2 | Sat, Jun 13 | 7:30 PM IST | Winner Eliminator vs Loser Qualifier 1 |
| Final | Sun, Jun 14 | 7:30 PM IST | Winner Qualifier 1 vs Winner Qualifier 2 |
| The final on June 14 will be played under the Jamtha floodlights, with the winning franchise lifting the VPL trophy and the Waghoba mascot (named after the regional tiger deity) on the podium. |
VPL 2026 Teams, Captains & Squads
Six franchises compete for the 2026 title, with one new addition to the lineup this season.
India Warriors replace Nagpur Titans from the 2025 edition, while the other five teams return with their core Vidarbha talent and marquee national players.
Full squads for all teams are being finalized by the Vidarbha Cricket Association (VCA) and will be published on the official VPL website closer to the tournament start, but here’s what we know so far:
| Team | Captain | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| NECO Master Blaster | Jitesh Sharma | Defending 2025 champions; led by India T20I keeper-batter and Royal Challengers Bengaluru stalwart |
| Pagariya Strikers | Yash Kadam | 2025 runners-up; built around a strong core of Vidarbha domestic players |
| Bharat Rangers | Atharva Taide | Features 2025 VPL top run-scorer Danish Malewar |
| Orange Tigers | Darshan Nalkande | Pace-heavy unit anchored by Vidarbha’s fast bowling contingent |
| Nagpur Heroz | Mandar Mahale | Headlined by India and Gujarat Titans pacer Umesh Yadav, alongside LSG quick Yash Thakur |
| India Warriors | TBA (to be announced by VCA) | New franchise for 2026; squad announcement expected by May 25 |
| Star players to watch this season include former India Test batter Karun Nair (Vidarbha middle-order), left-arm spinner Harsh Dubey and a pool of fringe IPL talents that scouts will be tracking closely across the two-week tournament. |
VPL 2026 Venue: What to Expect at VCA Jamtha
All men’s VPL 2026 matches are played at the Vidarbha Cricket Association (VCA) Stadium in Jamtha, on the outskirts of Nagpur.
The 45,000-seater ground has hosted IPL matches, Test cricket, and domestic knockout finals, so fans can expect broadcast-quality facilities and a lively atmosphere for evening games.
The Jamtha pitch traditionally offers true bounce and carry, making it a batter-friendly surface for stroke play.
Evening matches often see dew settle on the outfield in June, making totals above 180 highly chaseable – the opening match of the 2026 edition already saw 442 runs scored across 38.5 overs, a sign of things to come for the high-scoring tournament.
For fans attending in person, entry gates open 90 minutes before the first scheduled match of the day, and food and beverage stalls are available across the stadium concourse.
The parallel women’s VPL 2026 tournament starts June 7, with all fixtures hosted at the smaller VCA Civil Lines Stadium in central Nagpur.
How to Watch VPL 2026 Live: TV & Streaming Options?
You don’t need to be in Nagpur to catch the action: all 25 VPL 2026 matches are broadcast live across India on Sony Sports Network, with the primary feed airing on Sony TEN 5.
For mobile and connected TV viewers, exclusive streaming rights are held by JioHotstar, with matches available for live and on-demand viewing for all Jio subscribers and paid Hotstar users.
The broadcast features a commentary panel of former India internationals and Vidarbha cricket experts, so even casual viewers get context on the local talent on show.
Match highlights and scorecards will also be posted on the official VCA and VPL social media channels within 30 minutes of each game ending.
VPL 2026 Key Details at a Glance
For quick reference, here are all the core tournament details you need to keep handy:
- Tournament: Vidarbha Premier League 2026 (Season 2)
- Dates: June 1 – June 14 2026
- Total Matches: 25 (21 league + 4 playoffs)
- Venue (Men’s): VCA Stadium, Jamtha, Nagpur
- Venue (Women’s): VCA Civil Lines Stadium, Nagpur
- Broadcast: Sony Sports Network (Sony TEN 5)
- Streaming: JioHotstar
- Defending Champion: NECO Master Blaster
- Tournament Mascot: Waghoba (Vidarbha tiger)
FAQs
- Q: When does the Vidarbha Premier League 2026 start and end?
A: The men’s tournament runs from June 1 to June 14 2026, with a parallel women’s tournament starting June 7.
- Q: Where are VPL 2026 matches being held?
A: All men’s matches take place at VCA Stadium, Jamtha, Nagpur, while women’s fixtures are hosted at VCA Civil Lines Stadium, Nagpur.
- Q: Which teams are competing in VPL 2026?
A: Six franchises are participating: NECO Master Blaster, Pagariya Strikers, Bharat Rangers, Orange Tigers, Nagpur Heroz, and new entrant India Warriors, who replaced Nagpur Titans from the 2025 edition.
- Q: How can I watch VPL 2026 matches live?
A: All matches air live on Sony TEN 5 (TV) and stream exclusively on JioHotstar for users across India.
- Q: Who is the defending champion of the Vidarbha Premier League?
A: NECO Master Blaster, led by India T20I keeper-batter Jitesh Sharma, won the inaugural 2025 title by beating Pagariya Strikers by 7 wickets in the final.
- Q: What is the VPL 2026 playoff schedule?
A: Playoffs run from June 12 to 14: the Eliminator (3rd vs 4th) is on June 12 at 2:30 PM IST, Qualifier 1 (1st vs 2nd) the same day at 7:30 PM, Qualifier 2 on June 13 at 7:30 PM, and the final on June 14 at 7:30 PM IST.
Conclusion:
Vidarbha Premier League 2026 is shaping up to be the most watched edition yet, with a new franchise, India’s top domestic talent, and 14 nights of non-stop T20 action packed into a two-week window.
Bookmark the full schedule above, set reminders for your favorite team’s fixtures, and check back here for daily match previews, player updates, and fantasy tips as the tournament unfolds.
