KOLAR SUPER LEAGUE
KSL 2026 — Season One
Play Hard · Play Fair · Play with Spirit 🏏
10
Teams
8
Overs/Side
44
Matches
6G
Virtual Pool
2
Venues
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Founded by Kolar’s Own
Meet the Organizers
Syed Sujjad
Syed Sujjad
Founder, KSL · Founder, CricTracker
A proud son of Kolar and the founder of CricTracker, one of India’s leading digital cricket media platforms. With over 15 years in the sports media industry, he brings his passion back home. KSL is his way of giving something meaningful back to the city that raised him.
🌐 Founder, CricTracker🏠 Son of Kolar📺 15+ Yrs Sports Media
Syed Moshin
Syed Moshin
Co-Founder, KSL · The Dravid of Kolar
Fondly known as the “Dravid of Kolar”, Moshin is one of the most recognised cricketers in the local circuit. He joins as co-founder — bringing deep roots in Kolar’s cricketing culture and an understanding of what local players need to grow and thrive.
🏏 Dravid of Kolar🌟 Local Cricket Icon🤝 Co-Founder, KSL
Proud Partners of KSL 2026
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Community Guidance
League Committee
Kolar Hafeez Saqib Azam
Committee Member
Kolar Hafeez Saqib Azam
Founder, HiringJet · Founder, India Cultivate Foundation
Fondly known as Saqib Azam, he is a proud son of Kolar committed to creating opportunities through entrepreneurship, technology, sports, and community development. As the founder of HiringJet, he is building a next-generation recruitment platform, while his work through India Cultivate Foundation focuses on empowering youth, promoting healthy living, and contributing to a stronger, drug-free Kolar.
EntrepreneurshipYouth EmpowermentCommunity Development
KSL 2026 — 10 Teams
The Teams

🏏 10 Teams. 1 Group. 40 Matches. All teams compete in a single league — top 4 qualify for the playoffs. Qualifier-style knockout from there!

Kolar Challengers
KSL 2026
Kolar Kings
KSL 2026
Kolar Indians
KSL 2026
Kolar Riders
KSL 2026
Kolar Royals
KSL 2026
Kolar Risers
KSL 2026
Kolar Capitals
KSL 2026
Kolar Titans
KSL 2026
Kolar Giants
KSL 2026
Kolar Lions
KSL 2026
KSL 2026 — Fixtures
Match Schedule
10
Teams
44
Total Matches
6
Match Days
2
Venues
8
League / Team
10:00 AM
Match Slot 1
12:00 PM
Match Slot 2
2:00 PM
Match Slot 3
4:00 PM
Match Slot 4
Kolar Ground (Venue 1)
Tekal Ground (Venue 2)
Week 1 · Day 1 Saturday
8 MatchesJuly 4, 2026
10:00 AM· Double Header
M01Kolar Gnd
Kolar Kings
VS
Kolar Riders
Venue 1 · Morning Slot
M02Tekal Gnd
Kolar Challengers
VS
Kolar Capitals
Venue 2 · Morning Slot
12:00 PM· Double Header
M03Kolar Gnd
Kolar Risers
VS
Kolar Titans
Venue 1 · Midday Slot
M04Tekal Gnd
Kolar Royals
VS
Kolar Giants
Venue 2 · Midday Slot
2:00 PM· Double Header
M05Kolar Gnd
Kolar Riders
VS
Kolar Lions
Venue 1 · Afternoon Slot
M06Tekal Gnd
Kolar Kings
VS
Kolar Indians
Venue 2 · Afternoon Slot
4:00 PM· Double Header
M07Kolar Gnd
Kolar Capitals
VS
Kolar Titans
Venue 1 · Evening Slot
M08Tekal Gnd
Kolar Challengers
VS
Kolar Giants
Venue 2 · Evening Slot
Week 1 · Day 2 Sunday
8 MatchesJuly 5, 2026
10:00 AM· Double Header
M09Kolar Gnd
Kolar Challengers
VS
Kolar Kings
Venue 1 · Morning Slot
M10Tekal Gnd
Kolar Titans
VS
Kolar Lions
Venue 2 · Morning Slot
12:00 PM· Double Header
M11Kolar Gnd
Kolar Indians
VS
Kolar Risers
Venue 1 · Midday Slot
M12Tekal Gnd
Kolar Riders
VS
Kolar Royals
Venue 2 · Midday Slot
2:00 PM· Double Header
M13Kolar Gnd
Kolar Capitals
VS
Kolar Lions
Venue 1 · Afternoon Slot
M14Tekal Gnd
Kolar Challengers
VS
Kolar Titans
Venue 2 · Afternoon Slot
4:00 PM· Double Header
M15Kolar Gnd
Kolar Risers
VS
Kolar Giants
Venue 1 · Evening Slot
M16Tekal Gnd
Kolar Kings
VS
Kolar Royals
Venue 2 · Evening Slot
Week 2 · Day 3 Saturday
8 MatchesJuly 11, 2026
10:00 AM· Double Header
M17Kolar Gnd
Kolar Indians
VS
Kolar Giants
Venue 1 · Morning Slot
M18Tekal Gnd
Kolar Riders
VS
Kolar Risers
Venue 2 · Morning Slot
12:00 PM· Double Header
M19Kolar Gnd
Kolar Challengers
VS
Kolar Lions
Venue 1 · Midday Slot
M20Tekal Gnd
Kolar Kings
VS
Kolar Capitals
Venue 2 · Midday Slot
2:00 PM· Double Header
M21Kolar Gnd
Kolar Riders
VS
Kolar Giants
Venue 1 · Afternoon Slot
M22Tekal Gnd
Kolar Indians
VS
Kolar Titans
Venue 2 · Afternoon Slot
4:00 PM· Double Header
M23Kolar Gnd
Kolar Challengers
VS
Kolar Risers
Venue 1 · Evening Slot
M24Tekal Gnd
Kolar Royals
VS
Kolar Lions
Venue 2 · Evening Slot
Week 2 · Day 4 Sunday
8 MatchesJuly 12, 2026
10:00 AM· Double Header
M25Kolar Gnd
Kolar Indians
VS
Kolar Royals
Venue 1 · Morning Slot
M26Tekal Gnd
Kolar Risers
VS
Kolar Lions
Venue 2 · Morning Slot
12:00 PM· Double Header
M27Kolar Gnd
Kolar Kings
VS
Kolar Titans
Venue 1 · Midday Slot
M28Tekal Gnd
Kolar Capitals
VS
Kolar Giants
Venue 2 · Midday Slot
2:00 PM· Double Header
M29Kolar Gnd
Kolar Challengers
VS
Kolar Indians
Venue 1 · Afternoon Slot
M30Tekal Gnd
Kolar Royals
VS
Kolar Risers
Venue 2 · Afternoon Slot
4:00 PM· Double Header
M31Kolar Gnd
Kolar Riders
VS
Kolar Capitals
Venue 1 · Evening Slot
M32Tekal Gnd
Kolar Kings
VS
Kolar Lions
Venue 2 · Evening Slot
Week 3 · Day 5 Saturday — Final League Day
8 MatchesJuly 18, 2026
10:00 AM· Double Header
M33Kolar Gnd
Kolar Royals
VS
Kolar Capitals
Venue 1 · Morning Slot
M34Tekal Gnd
Kolar Titans
VS
Kolar Giants
Venue 2 · Morning Slot
12:00 PM· Double Header
M35Kolar Gnd
Kolar Indians
VS
Kolar Lions
Venue 1 · Midday Slot
M36Tekal Gnd
Kolar Challengers
VS
Kolar Riders
Venue 2 · Midday Slot
2:00 PM· Double Header
M37Kolar Gnd
Kolar Kings
VS
Kolar Giants
Venue 1 · Afternoon Slot
M38Tekal Gnd
Kolar Risers
VS
Kolar Capitals
Venue 2 · Afternoon Slot
4:00 PM· Double Header
M39Kolar Gnd
Kolar Royals
VS
Kolar Titans
Venue 1 · Evening Slot
M40Tekal Gnd
Kolar Indians
VS
Kolar Riders
Venue 2 · Evening Slot
Week 3 · Day 6 Sunday — Finals Day 🏆
4 MatchesJuly 19, 2026
10:00 AM· Playoff Double Header
Q1Tekal Gnd
Overall Rank 1
VS
Overall Rank 2
Venue 2 · Qualifier 1
ELKolar Gnd
Overall Rank 3
VS
Overall Rank 4
Venue 1 · Eliminator
12:00 PM· Qualifier 2
Q2Kolar Gnd
Q1 Loser
VS
Eliminator Winner
Venue 1 · Qualifier 2
3:00 PM· Grand Final
🏆Tekal Gnd
Q1 Winner
VS
Q2 Winner
Venue 2 · Grand Final
~5:00 PM
🎉 Prize Presentation · Trophy Ceremony · Closing Photos · Sponsor Branding
ℹ️ Day 6 Note: Qualifier 1 and the Grand Final are at Tekal Ground. Eliminator and Qualifier 2 are at Kolar Ground. Kolar Ground remains on standby after 12 PM as a backup venue.
KSL 2026 — Qualifier Format
Playoff Bracket
⚡ Qualifier 1
Overall — Rank 1
vs
Overall — Rank 2
✓ Winner → Grand Final
↻ Loser → Qualifier 2
⚔️ Eliminator
Overall — Rank 3
vs
Overall — Rank 4
✓ Winner → Qualifier 2
✗ Loser → Eliminated
🔁 Qualifier 2
Q1 Loser
vs
Eliminator Winner
✓ Winner → Grand Final
✗ Loser → Eliminated
🏆
GRAND FINAL
Q1 Winner vs Q2 Winner
₹4,00,000
Winner Prize
Runner-Up: ₹2,00,000

⚡ Qualifier-style format — top teams get two chances to reach the Final. Super Over decides all tied knockout matches.

KSL 2026 — Official Grounds
Match Venues
Al Ameen Ground
Venue 1
Al Ameen Ground
Kolar, Karnataka · KSL 2026 Official Venue
🏏 Tennis Ball Cricket
🗓️ Saturdays & Sundays — July 2026
📅 4 Matches Per Day
Tekal Ground
Venue 2
Tekal Ground
Kolar, Karnataka · KSL 2026 Official Venue
🏏 Tennis Ball Cricket
🗓️ Saturdays & Sundays — July 2026
📅 4 Matches Per Day
KSL 2026 — Official
Rulebook
📋 League Format
  • 10 teams compete in a single group — round robin format
  • Each team plays 8 matches against different opponents across 5 league days
  • League stage: 40 matches across 5 days; tournament total: 44 matches including playoffs
  • Top 4 teams from the overall standings advance to the knockout stage
  • Knockouts: Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the Grand Final
  • All matches played with a tennis ball — 8 overs per side
  • Matches every Saturday & Sunday across 3 weeks in July 2026
  • Each team must register 15–20 players. No player can represent more than one team
📊 Points System
2
Win
0
Loss
1
Tie / NR
⚖ Tiebreaker: Net Run Rate (NRR) via CricHeroes scoring system
🏏 Batting Rules
  • Playing XI must be submitted before the toss
  • First 2 overs = Power Play (fielding restrictions apply)
  • Next batter must walk in immediately after a wicket — no delay
  • Intentional time-wasting results in 5 penalty runs or disciplinary action
  • All standard dismissals apply unless organizers change a specific rule
  • Substitute fielder needs umpire permission. Cannot bat, bowl, or keep wickets
⚠ Extras & Free Hit
  • Wide: 1 extra run. Ball must be re-bowled
  • No Ball: 1 extra run. Ball must be re-bowled
  • Free Hit: Every no ball is followed by a compulsory free hit
  • On a free hit, batter can only be dismissed via run out or obstructing the field
  • Umpire’s decision on all extras is final
🏏 Bowling Rules
  • Each bowler may bowl a maximum of 2 overs per innings
  • No more than 2 bowlers may bowl their full 2-over quota in a single innings
  • All remaining bowlers are restricted to 1 over each
  • A minimum of 6 bowlers must be used in every innings
  • Captain responsible for ensuring no bowler exceeds allowed overs
  • All bowling changes communicated to umpire before next ball
  • New ball used at start of each innings. No change requests after ball is finalised
  • Only proper arm bowling allowed. Throwing or chucking strictly prohibited
  • Illegal bowling action = removed from match. Must pass action test to bowl in future games
🤚 Fielding & General Rules
  • Mobile phones strictly prohibited on the field during a match
  • All players must report to the ground at least 1 hour before scheduled match time
  • Only a medical emergency or injury accepted as reason for being late
  • Captain and team owner both responsible for behaviour and punctuality
  • Umpire’s decision on all on-field matters is final at all times
🕐 Match Timings
  • Teams must report 60 minutes before scheduled match time
  • Late arrival may result in loss of toss advantage, over reduction, or walkover
⏰ Daily slots: 10:00 AM · 12:00 PM · 2:00 PM · 4:00 PM (approx. 90 min each)
⚡ Impact Player Rule
  • Before the toss, each team must nominate 1 to 3 Impact Players from their squad
  • Only 1 Impact Player can be used per team per match
  • Impact Player may be introduced when a wicket falls or at start of a new over
  • The replaced player cannot return for the rest of the match
  • Impact Player eligible to bat and bowl in full capacity within normal bowling limits
  • Captain must inform the on-field umpire before bringing in the Impact Player
  • If not used, the option is lost — no new nominations after the toss
🏹 League Stage — Bowl-Out
  • In a league stage tie, a bowl-out is conducted
  • Each team nominates 6 bowlers to bowl 1 ball each at an unguarded wicket
  • The team that takes the most wickets wins
  • If still level, 1 point awarded to each team
🔥 Knockout & Final — Super Over
  • All knockout matches and the Final: Super Over (1 over, 6 balls)
  • A winner must be decided — no shared points in knockouts
  • If Super Over tied: (1) More boundaries wins · (2) Superior league ranking · (3) Organizer’s decision
🌧 Weather & Rain Rules
  • Minimum of 4 overs per side must be completed for an official result
  • If minimum overs not met, match declared a No Result
  • Organizers may reduce overs, reschedule, or award equal points as appropriate
  • Organizers’ decision is final in all weather-related matters
💰 Prize Money
🏆
₹4,00,000
Winner
🥈
₹2,00,000
Runner-Up
🏅 Individual Awards
  • ⭐ Man of the Match
  • 👑 Player of the League
  • 🏏 Best Batter
  • 🏹 Best Bowler
  • 🤚 Best Fielder
  • 🌟 Emerging Player
  • 🤝 Fair Play Team
🚫 Strictly Prohibited
🚫 Abusive language
🚫 Fighting or threatening others
🚫 Arguing with umpires
🚫 Damaging ground or equipment
🚫 Wasting time deliberately
🚫 Unregistered players
🚫 Walking off the match
🚫 Bad behaviour outside ground
⚖ Disciplinary Actions
  • ⚠ Official Warning
  • Penalty Runs awarded to opposition
  • 🚫 Suspension or Match Ban
  • Match Forfeiture
  • Disqualification from the league
👑 Captain’s Responsibilities
  • Only the captain can speak to on-field umpires during a match
  • Captain fully responsible for behaviour of every team member
  • Responsible for timely arrival and submission of Playing XI before toss
  • Only the captain can raise a scoring dispute with organizers
👕 Players & Support Staff
  • All players must wear only the official KSL jersey during all matches and events
  • Only official KSL track pants shall be worn — personal lower wear not permitted
  • Players may wear any appropriate sports shoes of their choice
  • Non-official jerseys or casual clothes on the field not allowed
  • Support staff near or on the field must also follow the official dress code
🏳 Team Owners & Managers
  • Each team owner and manager will be issued an official KSL identity card
  • Identity card must be carried at all times — matches, events, and meetings
  • Access to restricted areas only allowed with a valid identity card
  • Lost or damaged cards must be reported to organizers immediately
  • Identity cards are personal and cannot be transferred
🔒 Valid identity card is mandatory for all restricted areas. No exceptions.
KSL 2026 — Official Sponsorship Deck
Sponsor KSL 2026
📱
Social Media Reach
Match photos and updates across WhatsApp & Instagram — your logo travels beyond the ground.
🎙️
PA Announcements
Your brand announced before, during, and after every match — top-of-mind all day long.
📺
Live Stream Reach
Matches streamed live online — your brand reaches viewers far beyond the ground.
🌍
Community Goodwill
Be the brand Kolar associates with cricket passion, local pride, and community spirit.
🏆
Trophy Association
Your name on awards and Man of the Match moments — instantly memorable and shareable.
📲
Live Score App
Your brand on the KSL live score app — seen by fans tracking every ball.
500–1K
Live Audience/Day
6
Match Days
44
Total Matches
Sat&Sun
July 2026
🥉 Bronze
Local Visibility
Local Visibility Pack
₹25,000
Starting price · negotiable
  • Logo on ground banners & hoardings
  • Name in PA announcements
  • Brand in social media posts
  • KSL appreciation certificate
💬 Enquire on WhatsApp
🥈 Silver
Community Partner
Community Partner Pack
₹50,000
Starting price · negotiable
  • Everything in Bronze
  • Logo on player jerseys (sleeve)
  • Dedicated social media shout-out
  • Brand stall space at the ground
  • Name in opening ceremony programme
💬 Enquire on WhatsApp
🥇 Gold
Prime Backer
Prime Backer Pack
₹1,00,000
Starting price · negotiable
  • Everything in Silver
  • Logo on front of player jerseys
  • Scoreboard branding every match
  • PA announcement every innings break
  • Prime ground hoarding spot
  • Featured in all social media posts
  • Brand banner at Opening Ceremony
💬 Enquire on WhatsApp
💎 Platinum
Tournament Ally
Tournament Ally Pack
₹2,00,000
Starting price · negotiable
  • Everything in Gold
  • Co-presenting sponsor credit
  • Logo on umpire jerseys
  • Trophy branding at Finals
  • Man of the Match award association
  • Dedicated Instagram feature (3 posts)
  • Ground-level stall — all 6 days
💬 Enquire on WhatsApp
👑 Title Sponsor
Naming Rights
Your brand becomes the tournament name
₹4–5 Lakhs
Negotiable · Most exclusive package
  • Tournament name: [YOUR BRAND] KSL 2026
  • Jersey front centre — all 10 teams, all 6 match days
  • PA branded as presenting sponsor — every match
  • Trophy branding & all individual awards at Final
  • Chief position at Opening & Closing ceremonies
  • Credited on every post, reel & photo
  • Largest & most prominent banner spots at ground
💬 Discuss Title Sponsorship
✨ Custom
Custom Package
Build your own sponsorship
Let’s Talk
Tailored to your brand & budget
  • Pick only the benefits that matter
  • Flexible pricing based on selected benefits
  • Any combination of visibility, jersey, digital, stall
  • Short-term or full-tournament packages available
  • Ideal for businesses with specific goals
💬 Discuss Custom Package
BenefitBronzeSilverGoldPlatinumTitle
Price₹25K₹50K₹1L₹2L₹4–5L
Ground Hoardings✓✓PrimePrimeLargest
Jersey Logo—SleeveFrontFrontFront Centre
PA Announcements✓✓Every BreakEvery BreakEvery Match
Social MediaMentionPostAll PostsAll PostsAll + Reels
Scoreboard Branding——✓✓✓
Stall at Ground—✓✓All 6 DaysAll 6 Days
Trophy / Award———✓Named
Ceremony Presence—OpeningOpeningBothChief Sponsor
Tournament Name Credit————✓

All packages are negotiable. Custom packages available on request.

🚫 Sponsorship Policy

KSL does not accept sponsorships from betting, gambling, alcohol, tobacco, drugs, or any illegal or unethical businesses.

Our league is created to promote youth talent, sports culture, and a positive future for Kolar’s next generation. We are committed to keeping KSL a clean, values-driven platform that families and the community can be proud of.

Have a question about eligibility? Reach out to us.

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Ready to Partner with KSL?

All packages are negotiable. Custom sponsorships available on request. Be the brand Kolar cricket talks about.

Packages From
₹25,000
Tournament Dates
July 4–19, 2026
Location
Kolar, Karnataka
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KSL 2026 — Player Update
Player Registration Closed
Thank You, Players
Registrations Are Now Closed

Thank you to everyone who registered for KSL 2026. Player registrations are now officially closed, and the league is moving into the auction stage.

Auction Update

The KSL 2026 Player Auction is scheduled for Sunday, July 5, 2026. Watch out for team announcements, player updates, and auction highlights.

Unsold Player Policy

Players who remain unsold after the auction may choose one option:

  • Receive a 50% refund of the registration fee
  • Receive the official jersey of their preferred KSL team instead of any refund

What Comes Next

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