In 2007, India’s victory in the ICC T20 World Cup sparked a revolution in T20 cricket in the country. The launch of the IPL in 2008 further popularized the format, leading to the emergence of franchise cricket. Fast forward to 2024, India clinched their second ICC T20 World Cup title, and many states now have their own franchise T20 leagues.
Tamil Nadu was among the pioneers in starting its domestic league, the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL), aimed at nurturing local talent. Players like Ravichandran Ashwin, Shahrukh Khan, and Varun Chakravarthy have risen through the ranks in TNPL to eventually represent the IPL and the Indian national team. The TNPL is supported and organized by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA).
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How many teams will compete in the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2024?
The Tamil Nadu Premier League 2024 will feature eight teams:
- Chepauk Super Gillies
- Dindigul Dragons
- Idream Tiruppur Tamizhans
- Lyca Kovai Kings
- Nellai Royal Kings
- Siechem Madurai Panthers
- SKM Salem Spartans
- Trichy Grand Cholas
What is the format of the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2024?
The month-long tournament will follow a round-robin format. All eight teams will play each other once in the league stage comprising 28 matches. The top four teams from the league stage will progress to the knockout rounds.
The top two teams will contest in the Qualifier 1, with the winner advancing directly to the semi-finals. The third and fourth-placed teams will face off in the Eliminator. The loser of the Eliminator will then play against the winner in Qualifier 2. The winners of Qualifier 1 and 2 will battle it out in the TNPL 2024 Final.
When do the matches start in the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2024?
Matches in the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2024 will typically commence at 19:15 hours IST. On days with double-header matches, the afternoon game will start at 15:15 hours IST, while the evening game will begin at 19:15 hours IST.
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Full schedule, fixtures, and match times for the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2024
Points Table for Tamil Nadu Premier League 2024
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Venues hosting the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2024
- Tirunelveli: Indian Cement Company Ground
- Dindigul: NPR College Ground
- Coimbatore: SNR College Cricket Ground
- Salem: Salem Cricket Foundation (SCF) Stadium
- Chennai: MA Chidambaram Stadium