Some of the prominent international names from the five LPL franchises include Kiwi all-rounders Glenn Phillips and Mark Chapman, Bangladesh fast bowlers Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed, Pakistan stars Shadab Khan and Agha Salman, along with West Indies veterans Andre Fletcher and Fabian Allen. . Famous Afghanistan spinners Mohammad Nabi, Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Noor Ahmed, and the South African pair of Riley Rossouw and Reeza Hendricks.

The Sri Lankan presence in LPL 2024 is equally star-studded, with national team stalwarts like Wanindu Hasaranga, Angelo Mathews, Isuru Udana, Mahesh Theekshana and Kusal Mendis among many others.

“The Lanka Premier League continues to highlight the extraordinary talent of our cricket players, giving fans another opportunity to see their favorite stars in action. As we begin this important fifth season, I extend my best wishes to all the participants, stakeholders and our dear fans,” said Tournament Director Samantha Dodewala.

The league phase will run from July 1 to 16, featuring five teams – Colombo Strikers, Dambulla Sixers, Galle Marvels, Jaffna Kings and Kandy – at the R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo, Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium in Dambulla and Pallekele. International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele, Kandy.

The playoffs, to be played at the R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo, will begin on July 18, with the final taking place on July 21.