Lanka Premier League 2024 went underway on July 1, with a match between Dambulla Sixers and Kandy Falcons at Pallekele. The Dambulla and Kandy franchises, along with Colombo Strikers, Galle Marvels, and Jaffna Kings, will compete in a double round-robin league between July 1 and July 16.

Thisara Perera (Colombo), Mohammad Nabi (Dambulla), Niroshan Dickwella (Galle), Charith Asalanka (Jaffna), and Wanindu Hasaranga (Kandy) will lead their respective franchises in the fifth edition of the league.

These will be followed by the Qualifier 1 and Eliminator on July 18; Qualifier 2 on July 20; and the final on July 21. The entire tournament will take across three venues – R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla, and the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele.

🌟 Opening Ceremony Highlight! 🌟

Here’s our #LPL2024 Brand Ambassador Michael Clarke with the 5 franchise captains, ready to kick off an epic season! 🏏✨

Let the games begin! Who are you rooting for? 🙌#OpeningCeremony #MichaelClarke pic.twitter.com/dLyYynjoxr

— LPL - Lanka Premier League (@LPLT20) July 1, 2024

The Jaffna franchise won the first three editions of the Lanka Premier League, in 2020, 2021, and 2022. The Kandy franchise ended their run by lifting the trophy in 2023.

LPL 2024 where to watch live: TV channels, live streaming and match timings

India: Indian cricket fans will be able to watch LPL 2024 on TV channels of the Star Sports Network. Live streaming will be available on Fancode.

Rest of the world (including Sri Lanka): Lanka Premier League 2024 will be streamed live on the Monara TV YouTube channel.

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