The Madhya Pradesh League T20 2026 (MPL T20 Scindia Cup) is the biggest edition of the tournament yet.
Organised by the MPCA and GDCA, the league runs from June 3 to June 26, 2026, with matches at Holkar Stadium, Indore and Daly College Ground.
MPL T20 2026 – Overview
The Madhya Pradesh League (MPL) T20 2026 is a premier domestic T20 tournament featuring top teams and players from across Madhya Pradesh. The competition includes league-stage matches followed by knockout rounds to determine the champion.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Full Name | MPL T20 Scindia Cup 2026 |
| Organiser | MPCA / GDCA |
| Men’s Teams | 10 |
| Women’s Teams | 5 |
| Start Date | June 3, 2026 |
| End Date | June 26, 2026 |
| Main Venue | Holkar Stadium, Indore |
| Defending Champions | Bhopal Leopards |
All 10 Madhya Pradesh League T20 2026 Men’s Teams
The 2026 edition sees three brand-new franchises added to the men’s draw. Here is the complete list:
Returning Teams (7):
- Bhopal Leopards (Defending Champions)
- Bundelkhand Bulls
- Chambal Ghariyals
- Gwalior Cheetahs
- Indore Pink Panthers
- Jabalpur Royal Lions
- Rewa Jaguars
New Teams (3):
- Malwa Stallions
- Ujjain Falcons
- Royal Nimar Eagles
Gwalior Cheetahs Squad – MPL T20 2026
Gwalior Cheetahs open the tournament against Ujjain Falcons on June 3 at Holkar Stadium. The team, owned by JKC Sports, is headlined by IPL-winning captain Rajat Patidar.
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| Batters / All-Rounders | Rajat Patidar, Anubhav Agarwal, Arpit Patel, Ishan Afridi, Kartik Parihar, Parth Chaudhary, Tushar Verma, Vandit Joshi, Varun Tiwari |
| Bowlers | Akash Singh Raghuwanshi, Anil Mourya, Kuldeep Gehi, Mangesh Yadav, Saumy Kumar Pandey, Varun Shinde |
Bhopal Leopards – Defending MPL T20 Champions 2026
Bhopal Leopards enter as the defending champions and favourites. Their balanced squad is built around a strong spin attack and experienced Ranji Trophy batters who excel at defending totals.
Bhopal Wolves – Women’s Team Squad
The Bhopal Wolves (owned by RK Sports World) are one of the five women’s franchises in MPL 2026. They open against Bundelkhand Bulls on June 4 at Daly College.
Full Squad: Sanskriti Gupta, Hanshikha Kirar, Aayushi Shukla, Priyanka Koushal, Tamanna Choudhary, Vaishnavi Vyas, Vanshika Prajapati, Anshula Rao, Janhvi Rajput, Reena Yadav, Rishita Parihar, Kajal, Roshani Kumari, Anjali Patidar, Saanvi Bhawsar.
MPL T20 2026 Women’s Teams
| Team | Type |
|---|---|
| Bhopal Wolves | Returning |
| Bundelkhand Bulls | Returning |
| Chambal Ghariyals | Returning |
| Gwalior Shernis | New |
| Royal Nimar Eagles | New |
Team Strengths at a Glance – MPL 2026
- Bhopal Leopards – Experienced spin attack, Ranji Trophy stalwarts
- Gwalior Cheetahs – Explosive top order led by Rajat Patidar
- Chambal Ghariyals – Pace-heavy squad from Gwalior & Chambal academies
- Indore Pink Panthers – White-ball specialists with home-ground advantage
- Rewa Jaguars – Deep batting lineup with versatile all-rounders
- Ujjain Falcons – Aggressive new franchise with powerplay-first approach
Why MPL T20 2026 Teams Matter for Indian Cricket
IPL scouts are expected to closely watch the MPL T20 2026 tournament.
Several uncapped talents from Gwalior, Jabalpur, and Rewa are set to get their first franchise opportunity. Past performers from this league have gone on to earn Ranji Trophy regular spots and IPL trial contracts, making this a vital stage for emerging MP cricketers.
