BIG Cricket League: Second season will start from March 11, matches will be played in this city of UP

Sanjeev Kumar

khelja|19-02-2026

BIG Cricket League: Second season will start from March 11, matches will be played in this city of UP

BCL 2: The world's first Pro-Am Cricket League i.e. BCL is ready for a explosive start to its second season. The second season of Big Cricket League will start from March 11. The second season of this league, which will run till March 22, will be organized in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh.

All the matches of BCL 2 will be played at Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Stadium in Greater Noida. The special thing about BCL 2 will be that apart from India's most promising amateur talents, it will also see greater participation from leading international cricketers.

These stars played in season 1 of BCL

Season 1 included the names of famous international cricketers like Shikhar Dhawan, Suresh Raina, Irfan Pathan, Yusuf Pathan, Herschelle Gibbs, Imran Tahir, who worked to bring credibility to the league. Taking the same thread forward, Season 2 is set to raise the level of excitement with more international cricketers taking part.

GNIDA engaged in making season 2 successful

Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority is providing support for Season 2 and all necessary preparations are underway for the smooth progress of the event. GNIDA ACEO Prerna Singh said that the Greater Noida Authority actively supports things that combine sports excellence with the development of the region. Hosting the Big Cricket League Season 2 at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Stadium is an important step towards establishing the city as a premier sports destination in the region.

What did BCL Commissioner Dilip Vengsarkar say?

Dilip Vengsarkar, League Commissioner, BIG Cricket League, said, “We are proud to bring Season 2 of the BIG Cricket League to Uttar Pradesh in collaboration with the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA). As the world's first Pro-Am cricket league, the BCL is committed to creating a professional platform where emerging amateur talent competes with renowned international cricketers. Through this season, we aim to further strengthen the pathway for aspiring cricketers across the state. Apart from this, 'now dreams will become reality' has to be converted into a concrete opportunity on the field.

RP Singh called BCL 2 a milestone

Rudra Pratap Singh, Founder and Chairman, BIG Cricket League, said, “Season 2 is a defining milestone for the BIG Cricket League. The support of the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) strengthens our vision of building India's most powerful Pro-Am cricket platform. With international stars joining hands with emerging amateur talent, this season will set new standards in competitive cricket.”

Big Cricket League Chief Patron Puneet Singh said, “The response to Season 1 validated our model.

Season 2 is not just an extension – it is an evolution. From the player auction on February 16 to the grand matches in March, every aspect of this season has been strategically upgraded to deliver scale, quality and impact.

The aim is not only to host but also to provide a permanent platform – Anirudh Chauhan

Big Cricket League CEO and Co-Founder Anirudh Chauhan said, “Season 2 represents scale, structure and serious cricketing ambition. The BCL is entering a new phase of growth with the support of the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority. Our focus is not just on hosting matches, but on creating a sustainable platform where global professionals and India's growing amateur talent can compete at the highest level.

What is BCL?

The Big Cricket League is the world's first Pro-Am cricket league, uniquely structured to connect international professionals with emerging amateur cricketers on a competitive platform. In BCL a doctor, engineer, shopkeeper, marketer, lawyer, entrepreneur or a farmer can play with the greats of the cricket world, giving them a second chance to live their unfulfilled dream of playing cricket on a big stage.