This T20 spectacle will run from November 17 to December 8, 2024, offering fans a nostalgic look at iconic cricketing rivalries and timeless talent.
Tendulkar Returns as India Captain in IML, Featuring Lara, Kallis, and Watson
The IML will showcase six teams representing India, Australia, England, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and the West Indies. Some of cricket's biggest names, such as Shane Watson, Brian Lara, and Jacques Kallis, will captain their respective nations, setting the stage for an exhilarating clash of cricketing legends.
The matches are set to be played across
three iconic venues in India:
- DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai
- Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow
- SVNS Cricket Stadium in Raipur
The league opener promises an exciting start as
India takes on Sri Lanka on November 17 at the DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai. In the following match,
Australia, led by Shane Watson, will battle against
South Africa, captained by Jacques Kallis. Fans can also look forward to a thrilling encounter between
Brian Lara's West Indies and Australia.
India's next big fixture will be against South Africa at the
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on November 21. After six intense matches at the Lucknow venue, the tournament will head to
Raipur, where India will take on England on
November 28 at the
Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium. Raipur will also be the stage for the two semifinals, culminating in the final match on
December 8, where the IML champion will be crowned.
With an all-star lineup, electrifying matches, and global cricket legends reuniting for this special league, the IML is sure to capture the imagination of cricket fans across the world. For fans of Sachin Tendulkar and cricket legends, this tournament promises to be a memorable celebration of the sport's rich history.