Tickets are officially on sale for the 2026 Cognizant Major League Cricket season, headlined by historic firsts and blockbuster venues across the United States.
The 2026 campaign will see MLC deliver its biggest and most ambitious season yet, building on last year’s record-breaking crowds. Fans can look forward to new venues, the league’s first-ever West Coast Playoffs, and a star-studded lineup featuring the world’s biggest T20 talents.
MLC 2026 Match Schedule & Ticket Booking
(Note: Dates and times below are aligned with the official tournament schedule. Please adjust for your local time zone.)
Round 1: The Texas Kickoff (Grand Prairie Stadium, TX)
The season kicks off in Texas with a blockbuster rematch between the Texas Super Kings and the Seattle Orcas.
| Match | Date (Local) | Fixture | Venue | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | June 18 | Texas Super Kings vs. Seattle Orcas | Grand Prairie Stadium | Buy Tickets |
| 2 | June 19 | Los Angeles Knight Riders vs. San Francisco Unicorns | Grand Prairie Stadium | Buy Tickets |
| 3 | June 19 | Seattle Orcas vs. Washington Freedom | Grand Prairie Stadium | Buy Tickets |
| 4 | June 20 | Texas Super Kings vs. San Francisco Unicorns | Grand Prairie Stadium | Buy Tickets |
| 5 | June 20 | Washington Freedom vs. MI New York | Grand Prairie Stadium | Buy Tickets |
| 6 | June 21 | Seattle Orcas vs. Los Angeles Knight Riders | Grand Prairie Stadium | Buy Tickets |
| 7 | June 21 | Texas Super Kings vs. MI New York | Grand Prairie Stadium | Buy Tickets |
Round 2: The California Swing (Oakland Coliseum, CA)
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The tournament then shifts to the West Coast for a massive stretch of matches at the historic Oakland Coliseum.
| Match | Date (Local) | Fixture | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | June 24 | San Francisco Unicorns vs. Texas Super Kings | Oakland Coliseum |
| 9 | June 25 | Washington Freedom vs. Seattle Orcas | Oakland Coliseum |
| 10 | June 26 | MI New York vs. Texas Super Kings | Oakland Coliseum |
| 11 | June 26 | San Francisco Unicorns vs. Seattle Orcas | Oakland Coliseum |
| 12 | June 27 | MI New York vs. Los Angeles Knight Riders | Oakland Coliseum |
| 13 | June 27 | Washington Freedom vs. Texas Super Kings | Oakland Coliseum |
| 14 | June 28 | Los Angeles Knight Riders vs. Seattle Orcas | Oakland Coliseum |
| 15 | June 28 | San Francisco Unicorns vs. Washington Freedom | Oakland Coliseum |
Round 3: The Pomona Debut (Knight Riders Cricket Field, CA)
The brand-new Knight Riders Cricket Field gets its first taste of MLC action with a concentrated, high-stakes cluster of games.
| Match | Date (Local) | Fixture | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | July 1 | Los Angeles Knight Riders vs. Washington Freedom | Knight Riders Cricket Field |
| 17 | July 2 | Seattle Orcas vs. MI New York | Knight Riders Cricket Field |
| 18 | July 3 | Los Angeles Knight Riders vs. Texas Super Kings | Knight Riders Cricket Field |
| 19 | July 4 | Washington Freedom vs. San Francisco Unicorns | Knight Riders Cricket Field |
| 20 | July 4 | Los Angeles Knight Riders vs. MI New York | Knight Riders Cricket Field |
| 21 | July 5 | Seattle Orcas vs. Texas Super Kings | Knight Riders Cricket Field |
| 22 | July 5 | San Francisco Unicorns vs. MI New York | Knight Riders Cricket Field |
Round 4: The Final Push (Grand Prairie Stadium, TX)
Teams head back to Dallas to secure their spots in the top four before the playoffs begin.
| Match | Date (Local) | Fixture | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | July 8 | MI New York vs. San Francisco Unicorns | Grand Prairie Stadium |
| 24 | July 9 | Washington Freedom vs. Los Angeles Knight Riders | Grand Prairie Stadium |
| 25 | July 10 | MI New York vs. Seattle Orcas | Grand Prairie Stadium |
| 26 | July 10 | San Francisco Unicorns vs. Los Angeles Knight Riders | Grand Prairie Stadium |
| 27 | July 11 | Texas Super Kings vs. Washington Freedom | Grand Prairie Stadium |
| 28 | July 11 | Seattle Orcas vs. San Francisco Unicorns | Grand Prairie Stadium |
| 29 | July 12 | MI New York vs. Washington Freedom | Grand Prairie Stadium |
| 30 | July 12 | Texas Super Kings vs. Los Angeles Knight Riders | Grand Prairie Stadium |
The Playoffs (Oakland Coliseum, CA)
The top four teams on the points table will travel back to Oakland for the crunch phase of the tournament. The playoff structure follows the traditional IPL-style format, rewarding the top two teams with an extra shot at the final.
| Match | Date (Local) | Fixture | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | July 15 | Qualifier (1st Place vs. 2nd Place) | Oakland Coliseum |
| 32 | July 15 | Eliminator (3rd Place vs. 4th Place) | Oakland Coliseum |
| 33 | July 16 | Challenger (Loser of Qualifier vs. Winner of Eliminator) | Oakland Coliseum |
| 34 | July 18 | MLC 2026 Final (Winner Q vs. Winner C) | Oakland Coliseum |
The season kicks off on Thursday, June 18, in Grand Prairie, Texas, with a mouth-watering opening clash between the hometown Texas Super Kings and the Seattle Orcas. Following four days of electrifying cricket in the Lone Star State, the action shifts to the iconic Oakland Coliseum on June 24, where the San Francisco Unicorns will host the Super Kings to open their home stand.
From July 1, cricket fever hits Los Angeles as the Los Angeles Knight Riders make their long-awaited MLC home debut at the brand-new Knight Riders Cricket Field in Pomona. After five days of high-octane action in LA, the league returns to Grand Prairie Stadium for another five-day block before the playoffs begin.
For the first time in league history, the 2026 MLC Playoffs will be staged on the West Coast, with all knockout matches taking place at the historic Oakland Coliseum. The grand finale — the crowning of the 2026 MLC Champion — is set for Saturday, July 18, at the same venue.
Fans can now purchase single-match tickets and premium hospitality packages, offering an unforgettable, up-close experience of one of the fastest-growing sports leagues in America.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this landmark summer of cricket. Tickets are available now — secure your seats early for what promises to be the biggest season in MLC history.
