BPL 2026 Schedule: Full Match List, Fixtures, Dates, and Venues

Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) is often criticized for moving with little urgency in the calendar, but BPL 2026 Schedule appears different, as it is going to be played in an extremely tight window of 29 days (December 26, 2025, through January 23, 2026).

In comparison to previous seasons, there will be no extraneous or bloated portions of the schedule, as it will be a condensed, fast-paced, back-to-back sequence of 34 games. This will push every team’s bench players to their limits.

Bypassing the Mirpur Slump for Northern Fireworks

Traditionally, opening matches for BPL in Dhaka tend to be low-scoring events because of low bounce and dusty pitches, with many teams going on to score 135 or so, making them feel like exciting finishes. Switching to opening their season in Sylhet (December 26th – January 2nd) was the most logical marketing choice that this league could possibly make. The Sylhet International Cricket Stadium is arguably the best T20 batting environment in all of Bangladesh.

The Mid-Tournament Squeeze in the Port City

The schedule becomes even tighter as it moves to Chattogram between Jan 5 and Jan 12. For example, we’re going to see an eight-day stretch where teams will be playing almost daily, which is going to really challenge the physical conditioning of the players on each team and also the depth of each team’s bench.

The Inevitable Descent into the Spin Trap

The Sher-E-Bangla National Stadium is going to be the venue for the business end (Jan 15–Jan 23) of the tournament. Historical evidence has shown that late January evening matches in Mirpur can be distinguished by two features: viciously spin bowling and heavy dew.

This produces an interesting dichotomy for the playoffs. In effect, the toss now takes on the characteristics of being almost dictatorial. Win the toss, bowl first, and use the dew to make the ball as slippery as soap for the opposing bowlers in the second innings.

BPL 2026: The Complete Match Schedule

Here is the definitive list of every fixture. Mark your calendars, because once this starts, it doesn’t stop.

Phase 1: The Sylhet Launchpad

Venue: Sylhet International Cricket Stadium

• Fri, Dec 26, 2025
  • 1:00 PM: Sylhet Titans vs Rajshahi Warriors
  • 7:00 PM: Noakhali Express vs Chattogram Royals

• Sat, Dec 27, 2025
  • 1:00 PM: Dhaka Capitals vs Rajshahi Warriors
  • 6:00 PM: Sylhet Titans vs Noakhali Express
• Mon, Dec 29, 2025
  • 1:00 PM: Rangpur Riders vs Chattogram Royals
  • 6:00 PM: Rajshahi Warriors vs Noakhali Express
• Tue, Dec 30, 2025
  • 1:00 PM: Sylhet Titans vs Chattogram Royals
  • 6:00 PM: Dhaka Capitals vs Rangpur Riders
• Thu, Jan 1, 2026
  • 1:00 PM: Sylhet Titans vs Dhaka Capitals
  • 6:00 PM: Rangpur Riders vs Rajshahi Warriors
• Fri, Jan 2, 2026
  • 2:00 PM: Dhaka Capitals vs Chattogram Royals
  • 7:00 PM: Sylhet Titans vs Rangpur Riders

Phase 2: The Chattogram Crunch

Venue: Motiur Rahman Stadium, Chattogram

•  Mon, Jan 5, 2026
  • 1:00 PM: Rangpur Riders vs Dhaka Capitals
  • 6:00 PM: Chattogram Royals vs Rajshahi Warriors

• Tue, Jan 6, 2026
  • 1:00 PM: Noakhali Express vs Sylhet Titans
  • 6:00 PM: Chattogram Royals vs Rangpur Riders
• Thu, Jan 8, 2026
  • 1:00 PM: Sylhet Titans vs Rangpur Riders
  • 6:00 PM: Rajshahi Warriors vs Dhaka Capitals
• Fri, Jan 9, 2026
  • 2:00 PM: Chattogram Royals vs Noakhali Express
  • 7:00 PM: Rajshahi Warriors vs Sylhet Titans
• Sun, Jan 11, 2026
  • 1:00 PM: Rangpur Riders vs Noakhali Express
  • 6:00 PM: Chattogram Royals vs Dhaka Capitals
• Mon, Jan 12, 2026
  • 1:00 PM: Rajshahi Warriors vs Rangpur Riders
  • 6:00 PM: Noakhali Express vs Dhaka Capitals

Phase 3: The Dhaka Finale
Venue: Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka

•  Thu, Jan 15, 2026
  • 1:00 PM: Dhaka Capitals vs Noakhali Express
  • 6:00 PM: Chattogram Royals vs Sylhet Titans

• Fri, Jan 16, 2026
  • 2:00 PM: Noakhali Express vs Rajshahi Warriors
  • 7:00 PM: Dhaka Capitals vs Sylhet Titans
• Sat, Jan 17, 2026
  • 1:00 PM: Chattogram Royals vs Rajshahi Warriors
  • 6:00 PM: Rangpur Riders vs Noakhali Express

The Playoffs

Venue: Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka (All matches have a Reserve Day)

• Mon, Jan 19, 2026
  • Eliminator: Rank 3 vs Rank 4 (1:00 PM)
  • Qualifier 1: Rank 1 vs Rank 2 (6:00 PM)
• Wed, Jan 21, 2026
  • Qualifier 2: Loser of Q1 vs Winner of Eliminator (6:00 PM)
• Fri, Jan 23, 2026
  • The Final: Winner of Q1 vs Winner of Q2 (7:00 PM)

The BPL 2026 schedule is much better than its predecessors in terms of the format. This time it follows a very logical sequence beginning in Sylhet as the batting paradise, through the strategic battle of Dhaka. The addition of reserve days for the playoffs also demonstrates the administrative level of the organizers, and although the real excitement of the tournament may reside within the weather (cold, dew, and extreme difference in surface conditions). The added benefit of being able to watch the tournament via a live stream on Sportslivehub adds an additional layer of convenience for fans.

FAQs 

1: Why are Friday match timings different in the schedule?
To accommodate Jumu’ah prayers, Friday matches in Bangladesh always start later, typically at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM local time.

2: Which stadium hosts the most matches in the BPL 2026?
The Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka hosts the final group stage leg and all four playoff matches, making it the busiest venue.

3: What happens if it rains during the Playoffs?
Unlike the group stages, the BCB has allocated a Reserve Day for the Eliminator, both Qualifiers, and the Final to ensure a result.