Assam Premier League begins August 1 with eight teams chasing inaugural title

The inaugural Assam Premier League launches Saturday, August 1, 2026, with eight regional franchises fighting for the opening title across a 23-day calendar ending August 23. The competition spans 43 total matches: 40 in the league phase, plus two semi-finals and one championship decider. Emerging cricketers from across the state will get their opportunity to perform on a competitive platform at home.

Charaideo Sunrisers face Barpeta Braves in the opening encounter at 2:00 PM on Saturday, August 1. Tezpur Titans then meet Dibrugarh Warriors at 7:00 PM later that day. The opening weekend continues on August 2 with Barak Legends playing Nagaon Rangers in the afternoon slot, before Guwahati Royals start their campaign against Jorhat Stallions in the evening.

What matches are lined up for the opening weekend?

Charaideo Sunrisers take on Barpeta Braves at 2:00 PM on August 1, with Tezpur Titans facing Dibrugarh Warriors at 7:00 PM the same day. Action resumes on August 2 as Barak Legends clash with Nagaon Rangers in the afternoon, followed by Guwahati Royals against Jorhat Stallions in the evening.

How will the league phase unfold across the tournament?

Each of the eight teams will compete against every other side once during the league stage, plus three additional return fixtures, totalling 10 matches per franchise. Key matchups include Barpeta Braves versus Nagaon Rangers on August 7 and August 16, and Charaideo Sunrisers against Nagaon Rangers on August 9 and August 17. Dibrugarh Warriors play Guwahati Royals twice (August 10 and August 18), while Charaideo Sunrisers meet Guwahati Royals on August 11 and August 19.

What happens after the league stage concludes?

The top four teams will advance to the semi-finals on August 21, leading to the grand finale on August 23. The league stage concludes on August 20, with Tezpur Titans playing Barak Legends at 2:00 PM, followed by Dibrugarh Warriors facing Nagaon Rangers in the final league fixture at 7:00 PM. The second and third-placed teams will contest the first semi-final at 2 p.m., while the table-toppers will meet the fourth-placed side in the second semi-final at 7 p.m. Following a rest day on August 22, the inaugural champions will be crowned in the final, scheduled for 7 p.m. on August 23.