The fourth season of Major League Cricket is set to light up the summer with high-quality T20 action across the United States. With global stars expected to feature and competitive franchises in the mix, MLC 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting editions yet. The like of Rashid Khan, Kieron Pollard, Nicholas Pooran, Glenn Maxwell and other cricketing stars will return to the field for highly anticipated tournament.
With the fourth season, MLC is becoming stronger and stronger - especially after the inclusion of IPL franchises. The Knight Riders, Super Kings, And MI have definitely made an impact at the world stage - making it possibly the third best T20 tournament in the world - after the IPL and SA20.
MLC 2026 Tournament Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| League Name | Major League Cricket (MLC) |
| Season | 4th Season |
| Start Date | 18 June 2026 |
| End Date | 18 July 2026 |
| Total Teams | 6 Teams |
| Total Matches | 34 |
| Format | T20 League + Playoffs |
| Playoffs Dates | July 15 - 18, 2026 |
MLC 2026 Venues
The tournament will be played across three major venues in the USA:
| Venue | Location |
|---|---|
| Grand Prairie Stadium | Texas, USA |
| Oakland Coliseum | California, USA |
| Knight Riders Cricket Field | Pomona, California |
MLC 2026 Teams and Captains
| Team | Captain |
|---|---|
| Texas Super Kings | Not Announced |
| MI New York | Not Announced |
| Los Angeles Knight Riders | Not Announced |
| San Francisco Unicorns | Not Announced |
| Seattle Orcas | Not Announced |
| Washington Freedom | Not Announced |
Read More:- CSK IPL 2026 Schedule
MLC 2026 Full Schedule
Here is the complete match schedule for MLC 2026:
| Match No. | Date | Teams | Venue | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | June 18 | Texas Super Kings vs Seattle Orcas | Grand Prairie Stadium | 19:30 |
| 2 | June 19 | Los Angeles Knight Riders vs San Francisco Unicorns | Grand Prairie Stadium | 15:30 |
| 3 | June 20 | Seattle Orcas vs Washington Freedom | Grand Prairie Stadium | 19:30 |
| 4 | June 20 | Texas Super Kings vs San Francisco Unicorns | Grand Prairie Stadium | 15:30 |
| 5 | June 21 | Washington Freedom vs MI New York | Grand Prairie Stadium | 19:30 |
| 6 | June 21 | Seattle Orcas vs Los Angeles Knight Riders | Grand Prairie Stadium | 15:30 |
| 7 | June 22 | Texas Super Kings vs MI New York | Grand Prairie Stadium | 19:30 |
| 8 | June 24 | San Francisco Unicorns vs Texas Super Kings | Oakland Coliseum | 18:30 |
| 9 | June 25 | Washington Freedom vs Seattle Orcas | Oakland Coliseum | 18:30 |
| 10 | June 26 | MI New York vs Texas Super Kings | Oakland Coliseum | 14:30 |
| 11 | June 27 | San Francisco Unicorns vs Seattle Orcas | Oakland Coliseum | 18:30 |
| 12 | June 27 | MI New York vs Los Angeles Knight Riders | Oakland Coliseum | 14:30 |
| 13 | June 28 | Washington Freedom vs Texas Super Kings | Oakland Coliseum | 18:30 |
| 14 | June 28 | Los Angeles Knight Riders vs Seattle Orcas | Oakland Coliseum | 14:30 |
| 15 | June 29 | San Francisco Unicorns vs Washington Freedom | Oakland Coliseum | 18:30 |
| 16 | July 1 | Los Angeles Knight Riders vs Washington Freedom | Knight Riders Cricket Field | 18:30 |
| 17 | July 2 | Seattle Orcas vs MI New York | Knight Riders Cricket Field | 18:30 |
| 18 | July 3 | Los Angeles Knight Riders vs Texas Super Kings | Knight Riders Cricket Field | 18:30 |
| 19 | July 4 | Washington Freedom vs San Francisco Unicorns | Knight Riders Cricket Field | 14:30 |
| 20 | July 5 | Los Angeles Knight Riders vs MI New York | Knight Riders Cricket Field | 18:30 |
| 21 | July 5 | Seattle Orcas vs Texas Super Kings | Knight Riders Cricket Field | 14:30 |
| 22 | July 6 | San Francisco Unicorns vs MI New York | Knight Riders Cricket Field | 18:30 |
| 23 | July 8 | MI New York vs San Francisco Unicorns | Grand Prairie Stadium | 19:30 |
| 24 | July 9 | Washington Freedom vs Los Angeles Knight Riders | Grand Prairie Stadium | 19:30 |
| 25 | July 10 | MI New York vs Seattle Orcas | Grand Prairie Stadium | 15:30 |
| 26 | July 11 | San Francisco Unicorns vs Los Angeles Knight Riders | Grand Prairie Stadium | 19:30 |
| 27 | July 11 | Texas Super Kings vs Washington Freedom | Grand Prairie Stadium | 15:30 |
| 28 | July 12 | Seattle Orcas vs San Francisco Unicorns | Grand Prairie Stadium | 19:30 |
| 29 | July 12 | MI New York vs Washington Freedom | Grand Prairie Stadium | 15:30 |
| 30 | July 13 | Texas Super Kings vs Los Angeles Knight Riders | Grand Prairie Stadium | 19:30 |
See Also:- KKR IPL 2026 Schedule
MLC 2026 Playoffs Schedule
| Match | Date | Teams | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qualifier 1 (1 vs 2) | July 15 | TBC vs TBC | Oakland Coliseum | 14:30 |
| Eliminator (3 vs 4) | July 16 | TBC vs TBC | Oakland Coliseum | 18:30 |
| Challenger | July 17 | TBC vs TBC | Oakland Coliseum | 18:30 |
| Final | July 18 | TBC vs TBC | Oakland Coliseum | 18:30 |
Read Also:- RR IPL 2026 Schedule
Squads and Players List
The official squads for MLC 2026 are yet to be announced. Franchises are expected to reveal their player lists closer to the tournament, featuring a blend of international stars and emerging American talent.
