BPL 2026-27: Bangladesh Premier League Season Guide and Teams

The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) is Bangladesh's top domestic T20 franchise competition, organised by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). The 2026-27 edition begins on 5 December 2026 and runs through January 2027. The BPL has been a proving ground for Bangladesh's emerging T20 talent as well as attracting international players from across the cricket world.

The Seven BPL Franchises

Competition Format

The BPL uses a group-stage format where each team plays multiple round-robin matches, with the top four teams advancing to play-offs. Most matches are played at Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka, with additional fixtures at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram and Sylhet International Cricket Stadium.

Comilla Victorians — The Most Successful Franchise

Comilla Victorians are the BPL's most decorated franchise, having won the title multiple times. Their consistency reflects strong local support and smart recruitment. The BPL also features regular participation from Bangladesh international stars including Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, and Litton Das — players who have elevated Bangladesh's T20 standing globally.

Why BPL Matters for Bangladesh Cricket

The BPL serves multiple purposes for Bangladesh cricket: it gives young domestic players exposure to high-pressure franchise cricket, brings international players and coaches to Bangladesh, and generates significant broadcast revenue that funds BCB's development programmes. Bangladesh has steadily improved in T20 cricket, and the BPL has been a key part of that development pathway.