Lucknow: The Lucknow Tennis Cricket League (LTCL) is set to provide a major platform for tennis-ball cricket players, with its main event scheduled to take place on October 4, 2026, at K.D. Singh Babu Stadium in Lucknow.
The league is also planning to broadcast its matches live on television and OTT platforms, giving participating players an opportunity to showcase their talent to a wider audience.
The primary objective of LTCL is to provide a professional platform to tennis-ball cricket talent from different cities across Uttar Pradesh. City-wise trials have already begun, with the first trial in Lucknow scheduled for August 17. Trials will subsequently be conducted in several other cities, including Varanasi, Prayagraj, Gorakhpur, Azamgarh, Jaunpur, Moradabad, Agra and Noida.
LTCL Brings International Cricket Experience
One of Lucknow Tennis Cricket League (LTCL’s) key highlights is its association with international cricket personalities through its mentorship and branding initiatives. New Zealand international cricketer Jesse Ryder is the brand ambassador of LTCL, while Sri Lankan cricketer Lakshitha Ranasinghe has taken on the role of mentor for the league.
Their association is expected to give the tournament a distinct identity while also providing players with an opportunity to benefit from professional cricket experience, guidance and mentorship.
Opportunity for Players Across Age Groups
LTCL is an open-age tennis-ball cricket tournament, offering players from different age groups an opportunity to participate. Players can register in four categories:
Batsman / Bowler: ₹699
Wicketkeeper-Batsman / All-rounder: ₹899
Registrations are currently open, and players from different parts of Uttar Pradesh are being brought into the league through city-wise trials.
With its focus on talent identification, professional exposure and wider audience reach, LTCL aims to create a significant platform for tennis-ball cricket players across Uttar Pradesh.
The October 4 event at K.D. Singh Babu Stadium is expected to be the biggest milestone in the league’s journey, bringing together emerging tennis-ball cricket talent on one prominent platform.
