The LLC Ten-10 Cricket League, organized by Amar Ujala and Legends League Cricket, is reaching its peak excitement. As the tournament approaches, fans are eagerly anticipating its schedule. The official schedule has now been released, and Amar Ujala brings you all the details regarding the matches and format. The tournament will commence on February 13 and conclude with the final match on February 22. A total of 24 matches will be played throughout the tournament.
Teams Participating in LLC Ten-10
The league comprises 12 teams, divided into three groups:
Group 1:
- Baidyanath Bundelkhand Blasters (Jhansi)
- GL Bajaj Super Strikers (Noida)
- Nexgen Ghaziabad Tigers
- Kashi Knights (Varanasi)
Group 2:
- IIMT Meerut Invaders
- Venkateshwara Lions (Moradabad)
- Kerasa Lucknow Panthers
- Day Spring Eagles Lucknow
Group 3:
- Sweety Braj Warriors (Mathura)
- GL Bajaj Super Challengers (Agra)
- Kanpur Chiefs
- Invertis Superkings (Bareilly)
Tournament Format
The tournament’s structure is divided into the group stage and the knockout rounds.
Group Stage
Each team will compete within its group, with a total of 18 matches being played in the group stage. At the end of this stage, six teams will be eliminated—two from each group. The top two teams from each group will advance to the next phase.
Knockout Rounds
The six qualifying teams will then compete for a spot in the top three. Three crucial matches will determine the top three teams, marking the beginning of the knockout rounds.
Final Phase
Once the top three teams are identified, a Qualifier 1 and an Eliminator Match will be played:
- The top two teams from the previous round will face off in Qualifier 1. The winner will directly advance to the final.
- The losing team from Qualifier 1 will get another chance in the Eliminator Match, where they will compete against the third-ranked team.
- The winner of the Eliminator Match will then challenge the Qualifier 1 winner in the Grand Finale.
- Throughout the tournament, teams will accumulate points based on their victories, and their rankings will be determined accordingly.
Match Scheduling and Venue
Matches will be played in four shifts: morning, afternoon, evening, and night. The tournament will take place at K.D. Singh Babu Stadium, Lucknow, from February 13 to February 22, 2025. All participating teams are in the final stages of preparation alongside their mentors and players.
Broadcast and Entertainment
Fans can catch all the action live on Prasar Bharati Sports Channel Waves Live. Apart from thrilling cricket action, the tournament will also feature live performances by renowned artists:
- Javed Ali will perform live on February 21.
- Kailash Kher and his band will take the stage on Final Day, February 22.
With intense cricketing action and exciting entertainment, the LLC Ten-10 League is set to be a spectacular event for fans across Uttar Pradesh and beyond!