Punjab to launch franchise-based T20 league in August

The Punjab Cricket Association will conduct its Sher-e-Punjab T20 League as a franchise-based competition from August 30 to September 13. Six franchises representing Mohali, Amritsar, Fazilka, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, and Bathinda will compete following a player auction on August 9. India captain Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma, and Arshdeep Singh headline the list of marquee players.

The New Chandigarh Stadium will host all matches with two games scheduled daily and free entry for spectators. Gill described the tournament as a stepping stone for aspiring cricketers hoping to represent Punjab or India. He noted Punjab currently possesses the country's richest talent pool across men's and women's cricket.

PCA president Amarjeet Mehta confirmed the tournament window was finalised after consulting marquee players to ensure their availability following national commitments.