The Odisha Pro T20 League (OPTL) 2026 is set to return for its second season, with the tournament scheduled from September 20 to September 29 at the iconic Barabati Stadium in Cuttack.
Six franchise teams will battle across 17 matches for the coveted trophy, as the Odisha-based T20 competition continues to provide a platform for emerging domestic talent.
Odisha Pro T20 League 2026: Teams
The second season will feature six teams, with each side competing in the league stage before the tournament moves into the knockout phase.
The participating teams are:
- Sambalpur Warriors
- Kataka Panthers
- Keonjhar Miners
- Bhubaneswar Tigers
- Rourkela Superstars
- Puri Titans
These six franchises will play a single round-robin league, with each team facing the other five sides once.
Odisha Pro T20 League 2026: Format
The tournament will follow a single round-robin format, featuring 15 league-stage matches.
Following the league phase, the competition will move into the knockout stage with a Qualifier and the Final. This will take the total number of matches in the second season to 17.
The condensed schedule promises plenty of T20 action, with the six franchises competing for points and a place in the title decider.
Odisha Pro T20 League 2026 Schedule
| Match | Date | Time (IST) | Fixture |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 20, 2026 | 7:30 PM | Sambalpur Warriors vs Kataka Panthers |
| 2 | Sep 21, 2026 | 2:30 PM | Keonjhar Miners vs Bhubaneswar Tigers |
| 3 | Sep 21, 2026 | 7:30 PM | Rourkela Superstars vs Sambalpur Warriors |
| 4 | Sep 22, 2026 | 2:30 PM | Puri Titans vs Kataka Panthers |
| 5 | Sep 22, 2026 | 7:30 PM | Sambalpur Warriors vs Bhubaneswar Tigers |
| 6 | Sep 23, 2026 | 2:30 PM | Rourkela Superstars vs Puri Titans |
| 7 | Sep 23, 2026 | 7:30 PM | Bhubaneswar Tigers vs Kataka Panthers |
| 8 | Sep 24, 2026 | 2:30 PM | Keonjhar Miners vs Sambalpur Warriors |
| 9 | Sep 24, 2026 | 7:30 PM | Puri Titans vs Bhubaneswar Tigers |
| 10 | Sep 25, 2026 | 2:30 PM | Rourkela Superstars vs Kataka Panthers |
| 11 | Sep 25, 2026 | 7:30 PM | Puri Titans vs Keonjhar Miners |
| 12 | Sep 26, 2026 | 2:30 PM | Rourkela Superstars vs Bhubaneswar Tigers |
| 13 | Sep 26, 2026 | 7:30 PM | Keonjhar Miners vs Kataka Panthers |
| 14 | Sep 27, 2026 | 2:30 PM | Puri Titans vs Sambalpur Warriors |
| 15 | Sep 27, 2026 | 7:30 PM | Rourkela Superstars vs Keonjhar Miners |
| Qualifier | Sep 28, 2026 | 7:30 PM | Qualifier (to be decided) |
| Final | Sep 29, 2026 | 7:30 PM | Final (to be decided) |
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Odisha Pro T20 League 2026: Live Streaming details
Cricket fans across India will be able to follow every match of the competition live.
JioHotstar will provide live streaming of all Odisha Pro T20 League 2026 matches in India, allowing fans to watch the six franchises throughout the tournament.
With established teams, emerging players and a packed 10-day schedule, the second season promises another exciting chapter in Odisha’s growing T20 cricket landscape.
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