Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2025: Teams, Fixtures & Formats
Cricket is popular in the Indian sub-continent, fans are crazy about the sport. LPL was started back in 2020, it was late while compared to the other nations like India, where IPL was started back in 2008, BBL in 2011, CPL in 2013, etc. The first edition of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) is the biggest T20 cricket league in Sri Lanka. It is fun, exciting, and full of action. Many top players from Sri Lanka and other countries take part in this tournament. The LPL 2025 season is going to be even better with new matches, top players, and big prizes.
What is the Lanka Premier League (LPL)?
The Lanka Premier League (LPL) is a T20 cricket league played in Sri Lanka. Each team plays fast matches with 20 overs per side. These games are full of big hits, quick runs, and exciting moments.
History and Evolution of LPL
The first Lanka Premier League started in 2020. It was created by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC). The goal was to grow cricket in Sri Lanka and bring more fans to the game.
Since then, the LPL has had many amazing matches. Many top Sri Lankan and international players have joined the league. The tournament has become one of the top T20 leagues in the world.
LPL 2025 Format & Structure
The LPL 2025 will follow a T20 format. Each team plays against the others in the group stage. The top teams go to the playoffs and then the final.
Group Stage, Knockouts & Final
- Group Stage: Each team plays with all the other teams.
- Playoffs: The top 4 teams enter the playoffs.
- Final: The best 2 teams from the playoffs play the final match to win the trophy.
Start and End Dates of the 2025 Season
The Lanka Premier League 2025 is expected to take place in July-August 2025. The full schedule is yet to be announced by the SLC, will be shared on the LPL portal soon.
LPL 2025 Match Schedule and Fixtures
Fans are excited to know when the matches will happen. Although, SLC terminates Jaffna Kings and Colombo Strikers ahead of LPL 2025.
Complete Match List
Like every year, there will be around 24–26 matches in total. Each team will play at least 8 matches in the group stage.
High-Profile Clashes and Rivalries
Some matches are super exciting! These are:
- Jaffna Kings vs Galle Gladiators
- Colombo Strikers vs Kandy Falcons
These matches bring in big crowds and lots of fun.
Teams in LPL 2025
There are five teams in the Lanka Premier League. They come from different cities of Sri Lanka.
List of Participating Teams
| Team Name | City |
| Jaffna Kings | Jaffna |
| Galle Gladiators | Galle |
| Colombo Strikers | Colombo |
| Dambulla Sixers | Dambulla |
| Kandy Falcons | Kandy |
Star Players and Captains to Watch
Here are some top players in LPL 2025:
- Wanindu Hasaranga – All-rounder (Kandy Falcons)
- Babar Azam – Batsman (Colombo Strikers)
- Thisara Perera – Captain (Jaffna Kings)
- Kusal Mendis – Wicket-keeper batsman (Galle Gladiators)
Team Coaches and Management
Each team has top-level coaches:
- Jaffna Kings – Coached by Thilina Kandamby
- Kandy Falcons – Coached by Mushtaq Ahmed
- Colombo Strikers – Managed by former cricketers
- Galle Gladiators – Coached by Moin Khan
- Dambulla Sixers – Coach TBA (To Be Announced)
LPL 2025 Live
Streaming & Broadcast Guide
Fans can enjoy every match from anywhere in the world.
Official Broadcasters by Region
- Sri Lanka: Sirasa TV & Dialog TV
- India: Sony Sports Network (TV), SonyLIV (App)
- UK: Sky Sports Cricket
- Australia: Fox Sports
Online Streaming Platforms (Web & Mobile)
Watch LPL 2025 on these apps:
- SonyLIV (India)
- LPL Portal Website
- YouTube (for some regions)
Use your mobile, tablet, or computer to watch every match live.
Previous LPL Season Winners
Here is a list of all winners of past Lanka Premier League seasons:
| Year | Winner |
| 2020 | Jaffna Stallions |
| 2021 | Jaffna Kings |
| 2022 | Jaffna Kings |
| 2023 | B-Love Kandy |
| 2024 | Jaffna Kings |
How to Book LPL 2025 Tickets?
Want to watch the LPL 2025 matches live in the stadium?
Here’s how to book tickets:
- Visit the official LPL portal
- Choose your match and city
- Pick your seat
- Pay using card or whatever other online way available
- Get your e-ticket on email or phone
Tickets are also available on different platforms like official website and offline as well.
