India’s Premier Corporate T20 Tournament
The DY Patil T20 Cup is one of India’s most prestigious domestic T20 tournaments, hosted annually at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.
The 20th edition of the tournament concluded with Mumbai Customs emerging as the 2026 champions, defeating Canara Bank by 8 wickets in a dominant final. The tournament brought together top corporate teams, banking institutions, and sports clubs from across the country, offering a competitive platform for both established stars and rising Indian talents.
This year’s edition was particularly exciting as it coincided with India co-hosting the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, providing fans with high-quality cricket and players an opportunity to showcase form ahead of the IPL season.
History of DY Patil T20 Cup
The DY Patil T20 Cup began as a corporate cricket tournament and quickly evolved into one of India’s most competitive T20 competitions. With world-class facilities and a professional organization, it has consistently attracted high-profile players.
Over the past 20 years, the tournament has grown in scale, quality, and reputation, becoming a major pre-IPL platform for players to regain rhythm and showcase form.
Tournament Format
The DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 follows a Group Stage + Knockout format.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Teams | 16 |
| Groups | 4 Groups (A, B, C, D) |
| Teams per Group | 4 |
| League Matches | Each team plays 3 matches |
| Qualification | The top 2 from each group qualify |
| Quarterfinals | A1 vs B2, B1 vs A2, C1 vs D2, D1 vs C2 |
| Semifinals | QF1 vs QF4, QF2 vs QF3 |
| Final | SF1 Winner vs SF2 Winner |
| Daily Slots | 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM & 4:00 PM – 7:15 PM (IST) |
This structure ensures competitive group battles before the knockout drama begins.
DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 – Match Schedule
The DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 schedule runs from February 23 to March 6, featuring league matches followed by quarterfinals, semifinals, and the grand final. With two matches scheduled daily across multiple venues in Navi Mumbai, fans can enjoy non-stop T20 action throughout the tournament.
Match Fixtures
| Date | Day | Time | Venue | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Feb 2026 | Mon | 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM | University Ground | CGST vs Mumbai Customs | Mumbai Customs won by 38 runs |
| 23 Feb 2026 | Mon | 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM | Stadium | Reliance vs Income Tax | Income Tax won by 7 wickets |
| 23 Feb 2026 | Mon | 4:00 PM – 7:15 PM | University Ground | CAG vs Jain Irrigation | CAG won by 10 wickets |
| 23 Feb 2026 | Mon | 4:00 PM – 7:15 PM | Stadium | DY Patil Blue vs Nirlon | DY Patil Blue won by 4 wickets |
| 24 Feb 2026 | Tue | 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM | University Ground | DTDC vs Route Mobile | DTDC won by 8 runs |
| 24 Feb 2026 | Tue | 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM | Stadium | Indian Navy vs Canara Bank | Indian Navy won by 9 runs |
| 24 Feb 2026 | Tue | 4:00 PM – 7:15 PM | University Ground | BPCL vs Bank of Baroda | BPCL won by 2 runs |
| 24 Feb 2026 | Tue | 4:00 PM – 7:15 PM | Stadium | DY Patil Red vs Tata Sports | DY Patil Red won by 10 runs |
| 25 Feb 2026 | Wed | 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM | University Ground | Jain Irrigation vs DTDC | Jain Irrigation won by 6 wickets |
| 25 Feb 2026 | Wed | 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM | Stadium | Bank of Baroda vs Income Tax | Income Tax won by 6 wickets |
| 25 Feb 2026 | Wed | 4:00 PM – 7:15 PM | University Ground | Tata Sports vs Mumbai Customs | Mumbai Customs won by 9 wickets |
| 25 Feb 2026 | Wed | 4:00 PM – 7:15 PM | Stadium | Reliance vs BPCL | Reliance won by 65 runs |
| 26 Feb 2026 | Thu | 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM | University Ground | Nirlon vs Canara Bank | Canara Bank won by 4 wickets |
| 26 Feb 2026 | Thu | 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM | Stadium | CAG vs Route Mobile | Route Mobile won by 5 wickets |
| 26 Feb 2026 | Thu | 4:00 PM – 7:15 PM | DYP Talegaon | DY Patil Blue vs Indian Navy | DY Patil Blue won by 5 wickets |
| 26 Feb 2026 | Thu | 4:00 PM – 7:15 PM | DYP Talegaon | DY Patil Red vs Mumbai Customs | Mumbai Customs won by 69 runs |
| 27 Feb 2026 | Fri | 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM | University Ground | Nirlon vs Indian Navy | Nirlon won by 105 runs |
| 27 Feb 2026 | Fri | 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM | Stadium | BPCL vs Income Tax | Income Tax won by 2 wickets |
| 27 Feb 2026 | Fri | 4:00 PM – 7:15 PM | University Ground | Jain Irrigation vs Route Mobile | Jain Irrigation won by 6 wickets |
| 27 Feb 2026 | Fri | 4:00 PM – 7:15 PM | Stadium | Tata Sports vs CGST | CGST won by 3 wickets |
| 2 Mar 2026 | Mon | 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM | University Ground | DY Patil Blue vs Canara Bank | Canara Bank won by 7 wickets |
| 2 Mar 2026 | Mon | 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM | Stadium | Reliance vs Bank of Baroda | Reliance won by 1 run |
| 2 Mar 2026 | Mon | 4:00 PM – 7:15 PM | University Ground | DTDC vs CAG | DTDC won by 37 runs |
| 2 Mar 2026 | Mon | 4:00 PM – 7:15 PM | Stadium | DY Patil Red vs CGST | DY Patil Red won by 8 wickets |
| 4 Mar 2026 | Wed | 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM | Stadium | QF 1: DY Patil Red vs DTDC | DY Patil Red won by 14 runs |
| 4 Mar 2026 | Wed | 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM | University Ground | QF 2: Income Tax vs DY Patil Blue | DY Patil Blue won by 4 wickets |
| 4 Mar 2026 | Wed | 4:00 PM – 7:15 PM | Stadium | QF 3: Reliance vs Canara Bank | Canara Bank won by 6 wickets |
| 4 Mar 2026 | Wed | 4:00 PM – 7:15 PM | University Ground | QF 4: Jain Irrigation vs Mumbai Customs | Mumbai Customs won by 6 wickets |
| 6 Mar 2026 | Fri | 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM | Stadium | SF 1: Canara Bank vs DY Patil Red | Canara Bank won by 3 runs |
| 6 Mar 2026 | Fri | 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM | University Ground | SF 2: DY Patil Blue vs Mumbai Customs | Mumbai Customs won by 5 wickets |
| 6 Mar 2026 | Fri | 4:00 PM – 7:15 PM | Stadium | Final: Canara Bank vs Mumbai Customs | Mumbai Customs won by 8 wickets |
Matches are played across three venues:
- DYP Talegaon
- DY Patil Stadium
- University Ground
The DY Patil T20 Cup has long served as a proving ground where uncapped and emerging cricketers catch the eye of selectors and franchise scouts. That same talent-first spirit now drives state tournaments across the country, and fans can follow the UPL 2026 Schedule to watch Uttarakhand’s next wave of players competing in a full franchise T20 setup. Together, showcase events and state leagues are widening the domestic pathway that feeds India’s professional cricket ecosystem.
DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 – Teams & Groups
The 2026 edition features 16 competitive teams divided into four groups.
| Group A | Group B | Group C | Group D |
|---|---|---|---|
| DY Patil Red | CAG | DY Patil Blue | BPCL |
| Tata Sports Club | Jain Irrigation | Nirlon | Bank of Baroda |
| CGST | DTDC | Canara Bank | Income Tax |
| Mumbai Customs | Route Mobile | Indian Navy | Reliance |
DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 Points Table
The points table shows where each team stands in the competition. It gets updated after every match so that fans can track their favorite team’s progress.
Group A – Points Table
| Pos | Team | M | W | L | N/R | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mumbai Customs | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +2.575 |
| 2 | DY Patil Red | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +0.265 |
| 3 | CGST | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | -1.568 |
| 4 | Tata Sports Club | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | -1.156 |
Group B – Points Table
| Pos | Team | M | W | L | N/R | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DTDC | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +0.603 |
| 2 | Jain Irrigation | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -0.254 |
| 3 | Route Mobile | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | +0.086 |
| 4 | CAG | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | -0.483 |
Group C – Points Table
| Pos | Team | M | W | L | N/R | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Canara Bank | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +1.747 |
| 2 | DY Patil Blue | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -0.877 |
| 3 | Nirlon | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | +1.144 |
| 4 | Indian Navy | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | -1.851 |
Group D – Points Table
| Pos | Team | M | W | L | N/R | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Income Tax | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +2.120 |
| 2 | Reliance | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +0.308 |
| 3 | BPCL | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | -1.467 |
| 4 | Bank of Baroda | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | -0.842 |
DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 – Rules & Format
Tournament Format
- 16 teams are divided into 4 groups (A, B, C, D).
- Every team plays 3 group-stage matches (within their group).
- Top 2 teams from each group qualify for the Quarterfinals.
- Knockout structure: Quarterfinals → Semifinals → Final.
- Quarterfinal matchups: A1 vs B2, B1 vs A2, C1 vs D2, D1 vs C2.
- Semifinals: QF1 vs QF4 and QF2 vs QF3.
- Final: Winner of SF1 vs Winner of SF2.
Match Rules
- Each match is a 20-over contest per side.
- Maximum 4 overs per bowler.
- Minimum 5 overs per side required for a result.
- Standard ICC T20 playing conditions apply.
- The DLS method is used for rain-interrupted matches.
Points System (League Stage)
- Win: 2 points.
- Loss: 0 points.
- No Result / Abandoned: 1 point each.
- Tie: 1 point each (unless playing conditions specify otherwise).
- If teams are level on points, Net Run Rate (NRR) decides standings.
Qualification Rules
- Top 2 teams from each group advance to the knockouts.
- If knockout match ends in a tie, Super Over may be used (as per tournament rules).
- Winner of the Final is crowned DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 Champion.
Live Streaming & Broadcast Details
The DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 is available exclusively via digital platforms.
| Platform | Type | Details |
| JioHotstar | Official Broadcaster | Live streaming, highlights, full replays |
| Airtel Xstream | Partner Platform | Access via app/website |
| DY Patil Sports Academy YouTube Channel | Official Channel | Select matches live |
There is no live TV broadcast in India for this tournament.
Why DY Patil T20 Cup Matters
The tournament acts as:
- A pre-IPL performance platform
- A talent showcase for domestic players
- A competitive stage for corporate cricket
With 20 years completed, the DY Patil T20 Cup stands as one of India’s most respected domestic T20 competitions.