Get ready for an exciting cricket season as the Legends League Cricket (LLC) 2024 is all set to kick off! This tournament brings back some of the most famous retired cricketers, who will once again compete on the field. The action-packed series will start from September 20, 2024, and continue until October 16, 2024.
Six Teams in Action
A total of six teams will be competing in LLC 2024, with big names like Harbhajan Singh and Irfan Pathan leading the charge. Harbhajan Singh will captain the Manipal Tigers, while Irfan Pathan will guide Konark Suryaaj Odisha (formerly Bhilwara Kings). Along with these two teams, we will also see India Capitals, Hyderabad Team, Gujarat Team, and Southern Superstars taking part in the tournament.
Over 200 retired cricket stars are expected to participate, making it a highly anticipated event for cricket lovers. Fans can look forward to a total of 25 matches that will keep the excitement going for nearly a month.
Four Cities Hosting the Matches
The matches will be held across four cities in India: Jodhpur, Surat, Jammu, and Srinagar. Here’s a quick look at how the matches will be distributed:
- Jodhpur: The first match between Manipal Tigers and Konark Suryaaj Odisha will take place on September 20 at the Barkatullah Khan Stadium. A total of 6 matches will be played in Jodhpur until September 26.
- Surat: Starting from September 27, Surat will host 6 matches at the Lalbhai Contract Stadium, with the last one on October 2.
- Jammu: From October 3 to October 7, the Maulana Azad Stadium in Jammu will host 6 thrilling matches.
- Srinagar: The tournament will wrap up with 7 matches, including the final, at Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar. The final is scheduled for October 16, 2024.
Key Matches to Watch
The first match on September 20 between Harbhajan Singh’s Manipal Tigers and Irfan Pathan’s Konark Suryaaj Odisha will kick off the tournament. Fans are eagerly waiting to see these legendary players in action again. Other exciting matchups include India Capitals vs Hyderabad Team on September 21 and Manipal Tigers vs Gujarat Team on September 22.
The Finals and Playoffs
The final stage of the tournament will be the most thrilling. The top teams will compete in the following matches:
- Qualifier: On October 12, the top two teams from the league will face each other.
- Eliminator: On October 13, the 3rd and 4th placed teams will battle to stay in the tournament.
- Semi-final: The losing team from the Qualifier will play against the winning team of the Eliminator on October 14.
- Final: The grand finale will take place on October 16, where the winners of the Qualifier and Semi-final will fight for the championship.
This exciting lineup of matches, featuring some of cricket’s most beloved retired stars, is sure to captivate fans across India and beyond.
