The Maharashtra Champions Trophy 2026 opens on March 23 and closes on April 12.
Six club and corporate teams battle it out in this domestic T20 tournament run by the Maharashtra Cricket Association in Pune.
Century CA, Sunny XI, Elite CC, Rising CC, Omrchecker, and Ashtapailu Sports compete across a three-week round-robin league.
The top four sides advance to the semi-finals on April 11, with the title decider on April 12.
Here’s everything about the match schedule, participating teams, competition format, and viewing options.
Maharashtra Champions Trophy 2026
The Competition Explained
The MCA built this tournament to give club cricketers a structured T20 platform with organized league cricket.
It brings local talent face to face with quality opposition across an intense three-week window.
Two matches happen daily during the league rounds. Fans get regular cricket throughout the tournament period.
The structure doesn’t forgive early mistakes because dropping points in the opening week makes qualification for the semi-finals much tougher.
| Tournament Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | T20 Maharashtra Champions Trophy 2026 |
| Organizer | Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) |
| Structure | T20 – Round-Robin League + Semi-Finals + Final |
| Duration | March 23 to April 12, 2026 |
| Venue | Pune, Maharashtra, India |
| Number of Teams | 6 |
| Match Total | 30 league + 2 semi-finals + 1 final (33 total) |
| Daily Slots | 9:30 AM IST and 1:30 PM IST |
| Playoff Schedule | Semi-Finals: April 11 | Final: April 12 |
| Expected Stream | FanCode |
Competing Teams in Maharashtra Champions Trophy 2026
Six club and corporate squads take part this year. These are Pune-based outfits featuring a blend of experienced domestic cricketers and rising Maharashtra talent.
| Serial | Team | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Century C A | Club/Corporate |
| 2 | Sunny XI | Club/Corporate |
| 3 | Elite CC | Club/Corporate |
| 4 | Rising C C | Club/Corporate |
| 5 | Omrchecker | Club/Corporate |
| 6 | Ashtapailu Sports | Club/Corporate |
Ashtapailu Sports brings experience from earlier tournaments. They reached the 2024 final but couldn’t finish the job.
Omrchecker and Rising CC also featured in the 2025 Pune Olympia T20 Trophy.
Century CA, Sunny XI, and Elite CC complete the lineup. Each team plays every other side twice during the league stage.
That makes maintaining performance across three weeks crucial for securing a top-four finish.
Player Squads for Maharashtra Champions Trophy 2026
Official squad announcements haven’t been made yet.
Teams generally include Ranji Trophy cricketers, Mumbai Premier League players, and standout local club performers from across Maharashtra.
Squad details will be added here once the MCA confirms the final team rosters ahead of March 23.
Complete Fixture List: Maharashtra Champions Trophy 2026
All matches happen in Pune with two daily time slots at 9:30 AM IST and 1:30 PM IST.
Week One Fixtures (March 23 to 27)
| Match | Date | Time | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tie 1 | Mon, 23 Mar | 9:30 AM | Century C A | Sunny XI |
| Tie 1 | Mon, 23 Mar | 1:30 PM | Elite CC | Rising C C |
| Tie 2 | Tue, 24 Mar | 9:30 AM | Sunny XI | Elite CC |
| Tie 2 | Tue, 24 Mar | 1:30 PM | Century C A | Rising C C |
| Tie 3 | Wed, 25 Mar | 9:30 AM | Omrchecker | Sunny XI |
| Tie 3 | Wed, 25 Mar | 1:30 PM | Rising C C | Ashtapailu Sports |
| Tie 4 | Thu, 26 Mar | 9:30 AM | Ashtapailu Sports | Sunny XI |
| Tie 4 | Thu, 26 Mar | 1:30 PM | Rising C C | Omrchecker |
| Tie 5 | Fri, 27 Mar | 9:30 AM | Omrchecker | Ashtapailu Sports |
| Tie 5 | Fri, 27 Mar | 1:30 PM | Elite CC | Century C A |
Note: The tournament pauses on Saturday, March 28, and Sunday, March 29. Play resumes Monday, March 30.
Week Two Fixtures (March 30 to April 3)
| Match | Date | Time | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tie 6 | Mon, 30 Mar | 9:30 AM | Omrchecker | Century C A |
| Tie 6 | Mon, 30 Mar | 1:30 PM | Ashtapailu Sports | Elite CC |
| Tie 7 | Tue, 31 Mar | 9:30 AM | Century C A | Elite CC |
| Tie 7 | Tue, 31 Mar | 1:30 PM | Ashtapailu Sports | Omrchecker |
| Tie 8 | Wed, 1 Apr | 9:30 AM | Sunny XI | Rising C C |
| Tie 8 | Wed, 1 Apr | 1:30 PM | Century C A | Omrchecker |
| Tie 9 | Thu, 2 Apr | 9:30 AM | Rising C C | Ashtapailu Sports |
| Tie 9 | Thu, 2 Apr | 1:30 PM | Sunny XI | Elite CC |
| Tie 10 | Fri, 3 Apr | 9:30 AM | Century C A | Rising C C |
| Tie 10 | Fri, 3 Apr | 1:30 PM | Omrchecker | Sunny XI |
Note: Another break on Saturday, April 4, and Sunday, April 5. The closing week begins Monday, April 6.
Week Three Fixtures (April 6 to 10)
| Match | Date | Time | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tie 11 | Mon, 6 Apr | 9:30 AM | Ashtapailu Sports | Elite CC |
| Tie 11 | Mon, 6 Apr | 1:30 PM | Century C A | Sunny XI |
| Tie 12 | Tue, 7 Apr | 9:30 AM | Rising C C | Omrchecker |
| Tie 12 | Tue, 7 Apr | 1:30 PM | Century C A | Ashtapailu Sports |
| Tie 13 | Wed, 8 Apr | 9:30 AM | Rising C C | Elite CC |
| Tie 13 | Wed, 8 Apr | 1:30 PM | Ashtapailu Sports | Sunny XI |
| Tie 14 | Thu, 9 Apr | 9:30 AM | Ashtapailu Sports | Century C A |
| Tie 14 | Thu, 9 Apr | 1:30 PM | Elite CC | Omrchecker |
| Tie 15 | Fri, 10 Apr | 9:30 AM | Omrchecker | Elite CC |
| Tie 15 | Fri, 10 Apr | 1:30 PM | Rising C C | Sunny XI |
Playoff Matches: Semi-Finals & Final
The knockout stage starts on April 11 when the top four teams compete in the semi-finals. The championship match follows on April 12.
| Round | Date | Time | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-Final 1 | Sat, 11 Apr | 9:30 AM | 1st Place Team | 4th Place Team |
| Semi-Final 2 | Sat, 11 Apr | 1:30 PM | 2nd Place Team | 3rd Place Team |
| Final | Sun, 12 Apr | 10:30 AM | Winner of SF 1 | Winner of SF 2 |
Breaking Down the Maharashtra Champions Trophy 2026 Format
Understanding how the competition works helps you track matches better. Here’s the structure breakdown.
League Stage Breakdown
All six teams face each other twice in a round-robin format across three weeks. The league stage delivers 30 matches with two games every weekday.
Teams collect 2 points for a win and 1 point each for a no-result. Net Run Rate (NRR) breaks ties when teams have identical points.
Weekend breaks on March 28-29 and April 4-5 give teams recovery time between weekly fixtures.
Playoff Stage Breakdown
The top four teams from the league table move into the semi-finals on April 11. First place meets fourth place at 9:30 AM. Second place faces third place at 1:30 PM.
The championship happens on April 12 at 10:30 AM. There’s no eliminator or qualifier system. It’s a direct semi-final to a championship setup.
Tournament Rules: Maharashtra Champions Trophy 2026
The competition follows standard T20 cricket rules with specific tournament guidelines.
Points Distribution:
- Win: 2 points
- Loss: 0 points
- No-result/Tie: 1 point each
Tiebreaker System: If teams end on equal points, Net Run Rate determines position. If NRR is also tied, the head-to-head record between the tied teams applies.
Match Structure: Each T20 match uses the standard 20-over per side format. First delivery at 9:30 AM for morning games and 1:30 PM for afternoon games.
Playing Conditions: Standard ICC T20 playing conditions apply. Strategic timeouts, powerplay overs, and DRS (if available) follow ICC regulations.
Live Streaming: Where to Watch Maharashtra Champions Trophy 2026?
Based on past tournaments, FanCode should stream the 2026 edition. The app and website usually provide ball-by-ball live coverage.
| Platform Type | Access Details |
|---|---|
| Live Stream | FanCode (App + Website) – expected |
| Live Scoring | FanCode, CricHeroes, ESPNcricinfo, CricTracker |
| TV Broadcast | No confirmed TV broadcast (digital-only expected) |
| Highlights | FanCode (available after each match) |
| Ball-by-Ball Updates | CricHeroes (live scoring) |
CricHeroes offers ball-by-ball live scoring. Track all matches at cricheroes.com. StyxSports also provides tournament schedules and live scores.
There’s no confirmed TV broadcast. FanCode and CricHeroes are your primary live coverage options.
Previous Champions: Maharashtra Champions Trophy History
Punit Balan Group won the Maharashtra Champions Trophy 2024. They beat Ashtapailu Sports by 5 wickets in the final on October 29, 2024, at Shinde High School Ground in Pune.
The 2024 tournament ran from October 13 to 29 with 33 matches across six teams. Ashtapailu Sports topped the league with 15 points but couldn’t close out the final.
The 2026 edition moved from October to a March-April window. The team composition changed, too.
Century CA, Sunny XI, Elite CC, and Rising CC join, replacing 2024 teams like Punit Balan Group, Jets CC, and Nok 99 Puneri Bappa.
Ticket Details for Maharashtra Champions Trophy 2026
Ticket information hasn’t been officially released yet. Past editions typically offered free entry or minimal-cost tickets for league games.
The MCA might sell tickets for semi-finals and the final through official channels or at the venue on match days.
Check the Maharashtra Cricket Association’s website and social media for ticket updates before the tournament.
Expert Insight: What This Tournament Delivers?
The Maharashtra Champions Trophy provides one of the few organized T20 platforms for club cricketers beyond the IPL or state leagues.
For players hoping to crack Ranji Trophy squads, this tournament offers a chance to perform under scrutiny with selectors watching.
The daily double-header format tests squad depth seriously. Teams can’t rely on the same core players for three weeks running.
Smart rotation becomes necessary, and that’s where good team management separates contenders from also-rans.
The round-robin league rewards consistency over one-off brilliance. A team losing its opening two games can still climb back and secure a playoff berth.
Net run rate often decides tight qualification races in the final week when multiple teams finish on identical points.
Important Points Before the Tournament Starts
- Two Daily Time Slots
Every match day features two fixtures: morning at 9:30 AM IST and afternoon at 1:30 PM IST. That delivers roughly six hours of T20 action every weekday for three weeks.
- Weekend Rest Periods
The tournament pauses both weekends (March 28-29 and April 4-5). Teams get two days to recover, which matters in a compressed T20 league where fatigue impacts performance.
- Direct Playoff System
Unlike the IPL’s multi-layered playoff structure, this uses straight semi-finals for a championship. Finishing first or second gives you a marginally easier semi-final matchup, but there’s no safety net once knockouts start.
- Pune Weather Conditions
Pune gets hot and dry in late March through early April. Temperatures range between 30-38°C. Unlike the 2024 October edition, where rain disrupted several games, the pre-monsoon window should bring fewer weather delays.
Common Questions About the Tournament
- When does the Maharashtra Champions Trophy 2026 run?
The tournament runs from March 23, 2026 through April 12, 2026.
- Which teams play in Maharashtra Champions Trophy 2026?
Six teams compete: Century CA, Sunny XI, Elite CC, Rising CC, Omrchecker, and Ashtapailu Sports.
- Where can I watch Maharashtra Champions Trophy 2026?
FanCode is expected to stream all matches. CricHeroes provides ball-by-ball live scoring.
- What format does Maharashtra Champions Trophy 2026 use?
Round-robin league where all six teams play each other twice. The top four teams advance to the semi-finals, then the championship.
- Can I get tickets for Maharashtra Champions Trophy 2026?
Ticket details haven’t been released yet. League matches typically offer free or low-cost entry.
Three Weeks of Pune T20 Action
The Maharashtra Champions Trophy 2026 brings three weeks of club-level T20 cricket to Pune from March 23 to April 12.
Six teams, 33 matches, daily double-headers, and playoff action give domestic cricket fans plenty to follow.
Bookmark this page for fixture updates, match results, and table changes as the tournament plays out.
Head to CricHeroes or FanCode for live scoring.
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