Kolkata: Campus Bengal Pro T20 League set to kick off today at Eden Gardens
The stage is set for an electrifying start to the 2nd season of the Campus Bengal Pro T20 League, with a grand opening ceremony at Eden Gardens on Wednesday.
The festivities begin with a dazzling performance by singing sensation Sunidhi Chauhan, followed by the much-anticipated opening clash between Sobisco Smashers Malda and Murshidabad Kings.
This season, Campus joins the league as the Official Title Sponsor, adding further energy and style to Bengal’s premier T20 competition.
The action continues with the launch of the women’s league on 12th June at JU Salt Lake Campus. The opening women’s match features Murshidabad Kueens taking on Harbour Diamonds.
The tournament features eight dynamic franchises:
• Sobisco Smashers Malda
• Adamas Howrah Warriors
• Servotech Siliguri Strikers
• Harbour Diamonds
• Shrachi Rarh Tigers
• Lux-Shyam Kolkata Royal Tigers
• Murshidabad Kings/Kueens
• Rashmi Medinipur Wizards
The grand finale of both the men’s and women’s leagues will take place on June 28 at Eden Gardens, promising an unforgettable culmination of cricket, culture, and community spirit.
IBNS
Senior Staff Reporter at Northeast Herald, covering news from Tripura and Northeast India.
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