The Celebrity Cricket League (CCL) 2026 has officially begun, bringing together top film stars from Bollywood, Tollywood, Kollywood, Sandalwood, Punjabi, Bhojpuri, Bengali, and Malayalam cinema. The 11th season started on 16 January 2026, with matches scheduled across Visakhapatnam, Coimbatore, Mysuru, Madurai, and the grand final in Hyderabad on 1 February 2026.
With only 12 matches in the league stage, every game is extremely important for teams chasing the playoff spots. The tournament promises high-energy cricket, fan moments, and intense competition among eight celebrity teams.
CCL 2026 Points Table
Teams earn 2 points for a win, 0 for a loss, and 1 point for tie/no-result.
Standings are ranked by Points → NRR → Wins.
| Rank | Team | PL | W | L | NR | PTS | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karnataka Bulldozers | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +1.2977 |
| 2 | Bengal Tigers | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +0.4160 |
| 3 | Kerala Strikers | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +0.0801 |
| 4 | Vels Chennai Kings | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | +0.8909 |
| 5 | Punjab De Sher | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | -0.0529 |
| 6 | Telugu Warriors | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | -0.2318 |
| 7 | Bhojpuri Dabanggs | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | -1.0765 |
| 8 | Mumbai Heroes | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | -1.3356 |
CCL 2026 Match Results
| Match | Date | Fixture | Venue | Time | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16 Jan | Punjab De Sher vs Karnataka Bulldozers | Visakhapatnam | 2:00 PM | Karnataka won |
| 2 | 16 Jan | Telugu Warriors vs Bhojpuri Dabanggs | Visakhapatnam | 6:30 PM | Bhojpuri Dabanggs won |
| 3 | 17 Jan | Mumbai Heroes vs Bengal Tigers | Visakhapatnam | 2:00 PM | BENGAL TIGERS won by 4 Wickets |
| 4 | 17 Jan | Punjab De Sher vs Telugu Warriors | Visakhapatnam | 6:30 PM | TELUGU WARRIORS won by 52 Runs |
| 5 | 18 Jan | Chennai Rhinos vs Bengal Tigers | Visakhapatnam | 2:00 PM | Super Over. Winner: BENGAL TIGERS |
| 6 | 18 Jan | Mumbai Heroes vs Kerala Strikers | Visakhapatnam | 6:30 PM | KERALA STRIKERS won by 5 Wickets |
| 7 | 23 Jan | Bengal Tigers vs Kerala Strikers | Coimbatore / Mysuru | 2:00 PM | Bengal Tigers won by 13 runs |
| 8 | 23 Jan | Karnataka Bulldozers vs Telugu Warriors | Coimbatore / Mysuru | 6:30 PM | Karnataka Bulldozers won by 9 wickets |
| 9 | 24 Jan | Punjab De Sher vs Bhojpuri Dabanggs | Madurai | 2:00 PM | Punjab De Sher won by 6 Wickets |
| 10 | 24 Jan | Chennai Kings vs Kerala Strikers | Madurai | 6:30 PM | Kerala Strikers won by 10 Runs (D/L) |
| 11 | 25 Jan | Bhojpuri Dabanggs vs Karnataka Bulldozers | Madurai | 2:00 PM | Karnataka Bulldozers won by 18 Runs |
| 12 | 25 Jan | Chennai Kings vs Mumbai Heroes | Madurai | 6:30 PM | Chennai Kings won by 59 Runs |
| 13 | 31 Jan | Chennai Kings vs Karnataka Bulldozers | Hyderabad | 2:00 PM | Karnataka Bulldozers won by 3 wickets |
| 14 | 31 Jan | Kerala Strikers vs Bengal Tigers | Hyderabad | 6:30 PM | Bengal Tigers won by 5 wickets |
| 15 | 1 Feb | Final – Bengal Tigers vs Karnataka Bulldozers | Hyderabad | 6:30 PM | Karnataka Bulldozers won by 6 wickets |
Tournament Format Explained
CCL 2026 follows a crisp T20 format — 20 overs per side with the following structure:
- 8 Teams
- 12 League Matches
- Top 4 qualify for Semi-Finals
- Winners advance to the Grand Final
This short-format league means even one defeat can affect playoff qualification, making every ball crucial.
See Also: Super Smash 2025-26: Points Table & Match Results, Standings
Teams Participating in CCL 2026
| Team | Film Industry | Captain |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Heroes | Bollywood | Riteish Deshmukh |
| Bengal Tigers | Bengali Cinema | Jisshu Sengupta |
| Karnataka Bulldozers | Kannada Cinema | Sudeep |
| Telugu Warriors | Telugu Cinema | Akhil Akkineni |
| Chennai Rhinos | Tamil Cinema | Vikranth |
| Bhojpuri Dabanggs | Bhojpuri Cinema | Manoj Tiwari |
| Punjab De Sher | Punjabi Cinema | Sonu Sood |
| Kerala Strikers | Malayalam Cinema | Mohanlal |
- Biggest film stars playing competitive T20 cricket
- Multi-city fixtures giving fans more stadium access
- High entertainment with sporting intensity
- Strong regional fan support across India
- Celebrity rivalries returning with new energy
The 11th season is shaping up to be one of the most competitive editions ever.
FAQs
1. How many teams will qualify for CCL 2026 playoffs?
Only 4 teams will move to the Semi-Finals.
2. How many matches are there in CCL 2026?
There are 12 league matches, followed by 2 Semi-Finals and 1 Final.
3. Where will the CCL 2026 Final be played?
The final will be held in Hyderabad on 1 February 2026.
4. How many points are awarded for a win?
Teams earn 2 points for a win, 0 for a loss, and 1 for a tie/no-result.
5. Which team is currently leading the points table?
Bhojpuri Dabanggs are at the top with the highest NRR
