The second edition of the Asian Legends League will be held in Zambia from 30 July to 10 August 2026. 6 teams will participate in this T20 tournament. Veteran players like Yusuf Pathan, Shakib Al Hasan and Mohammad Hafeez will be part of this league.
New Delhi [भारत]July 20 (ANI): The second edition of the much-awaited Asian Legends League (ALL) is all set to entertain cricket fans across the world. The tournament will be held in Lusaka, Zambia from July 30 to August 10, 2026. According to a press release, following the overwhelming response to the first edition, the league returns on a much bigger stage, featuring six competing teams, legendary former international cricketers and an exciting T20 format that promises unforgettable cricket action.
The tournament will feature six country-based franchises representing some of the biggest cricketing nations in Asia. The participating teams include Indian Royals, Sri Lanka Lions, Bangladesh Tigers, Afghanistan Pathans, Pakistan Panthers and Rest of Asian Stars.
League commissioner explained the reason for organizing the event in Zambia
Chetan Sharma, League Commissioner, Asian Legends League, said, “The second season of the Asian Legends League is an important milestone in our journey. The Asian Legends League has always been seen as a celebration of Asian cricket, and our long-term goal is to organize the tournament in different Asian countries.”
He further added, “However, due to the current geopolitical tensions in parts of the Middle East and the resulting logistical challenges, we have decided to hold Season 2 in Zambia. This is the first and only time that the tournament is being held outside Asia. From next season, we intend to bring the league back to Asia, where it truly belongs. Season 2 promises to be bigger, more competitive and more entertaining.”
The command of the teams will be in the hands of these veterans
The participating teams will be led by some of the most famous names in Asian cricket. Yusuf Pathan will lead the Indian Royals, while Thisara Perera will represent the Sri Lankan Lions. Shakib Al Hasan will play for Bangladesh Tigers, Asghar Afghan will lead Afghanistan Pathans, Mohammad Hafeez will field for Pakistan Panthers, and Tillakaratne(TM) Dilshan will captain the Rest of Asian Stars.
These star players will also show their strength
Several other renowned former international cricketers will also add star power to the tournament, including Ambati Rayudu, Naman Ojha, Rishi Dhawan, Upul Tharanga, Isuru Udana, Danushka Gunathilaka, Dilshan Munaweera, Asela Gunaratne, Imran Nazir, Saeed Ajmal, Umar Akmal, Yasir Shah, Mohammed Irfan, Alok Kapali and Milinda Siriwardena, with more to come in the coming days. The names are expected to be announced.
Known as ‘Retired Players Asia Cup’
The league will continue its unique country-based franchise model, bringing together legendary players from across Asia while celebrating the rich cricketing heritage, fierce rivalries and camaraderie that have defined the game in the region. Widely regarded by fans as the “Retired Players Asia Cup”, the tournament has quickly established itself as one of the world’s premier Legends cricket competitions. (ANI)
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