Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) disclosed today that the fifth installment of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2024 is slated to take place from July 1 to 21, featuring a dynamic lineup of teams and an extensive series of matches.
The eagerly anticipated fifth edition of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2024 is on the horizon, with Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) officially announcing the tournament’s schedule. Set to run from July 1 to 21, the LPL 2024 promises an action-packed extravaganza spanning 24 thrilling matches.
The competition will see five formidable teams vie for supremacy, with each squad comprising a minimum of 20 players and a maximum of 24, including a contingent of up to six overseas talents.
With the first round encompassing a total of 20 matches and the final round featuring four decisive encounters, including the pivotal Qualifier-1 and 2, as well as the Eliminator, cricket enthusiasts can anticipate an exhilarating showcase of talent and skill.
The inception of the LPL in 2020 marked a significant milestone in Sri Lankan cricket, introducing five dynamic franchises: Colombo Kings, Dambulla Viikings (later rebranded as Dambulla Giants), Galle Gladiators, Jaffna Stallions (subsequently renamed Jaffna Kings), and Kandy Tuskers.
Jaffna Kings, under the leadership of Thisara Perera, clinched the inaugural title, later retaining their championship status in the following year’s edition by triumphing over Galle Gladiators. Their dominance persisted in the third installment, culminating in a historic third consecutive victory against Colombo Kings.
The fourth edition saw a new contender emerge as B-Love Kandy secured the championship, overcoming Dambulla Aura in a fiercely contested final, thus adding another chapter to the illustrious legacy of the Lanka Premier League.
As anticipation mounts for the upcoming edition, cricket aficionados can look forward to witnessing top-tier cricketing action and unforgettable moments during the LPL 2024, solidifying its status as one of Sri Lanka’s premier cricketing spectacles
