28 matches. 16 teams. One ground that has produced some of the most aggressive T20 cricket in Mumbai. The 20th DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 runs from February 23 to March 6, 2026, at Navi Mumbai, and the quarter-finals are already set. Teams like Jain Irrigation, Mumbai Customs, Reliance, Canara Bank, Income Tax, DY Patil Blue, DTDC, and DY Patil Red have all made it to the knockouts.
The tournament has delivered big scores, tight finishes, and some genuine match-winners across the league stage. Now the real cricket begins.
DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 Details
The 20th edition of this tournament brings together 16 corporate and institutional teams from across India. The matches are played at the DY Patil University Grounds and Dr DY Patil Cricket Stadium in Navi Mumbai.
Here are the main details about the tournament:
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | 20th DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 |
| Format | T20 |
| Total Matches | 28 |
| Total Teams | 16 |
| Dates | February 23 to March 6, 2026 |
| Venues | DY Patil University Grounds and Dr DY Patil Cricket Stadium, Navi Mumbai |
This tournament has a long history of producing exciting cricket and giving domestic players a strong platform to perform. The corporate teams bring in experienced cricketers alongside emerging local talent, which makes for competitive and entertaining matches throughout.
Live Streaming And Broadcast
There is no TV broadcast for the DY Patil T20 Cup 2026. However, cricket fans in India can still watch every match live through two free and easily accessible platforms.
Here is where you can watch all the action:
| Region | TV Channel | Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| India | Not Available | JioHotstar, YouTube (DY Patil Sports Academy) |
JioHotstar will stream all matches live on its website and app. The official YouTube page of DY Patil Sports Academy also carries live streams of every game in the tournament. Both options are free to access, so fans do not need a paid subscription to watch the cricket.
How to Watch On JioHotstar
JioHotstar is one of India’s biggest sports streaming platforms and carries the live stream of the DY Patil T20 Cup 2026. Indian fans can watch all matches on the JioHotstar app and website without any additional subscription needed for this tournament.
The platform works on mobile phones, tablets, laptops, and smart TVs. You can follow live scores, watch ball-by-ball action, and also catch match replays after each game ends. Download the app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store to get started.
How to Watch On YouTube
The DY Patil Sports Academy runs an official YouTube channel that streams all matches from the tournament live. This is a completely free option with no login or subscription required to watch.
You can search for DY Patil Sports Academy on YouTube and hit the subscribe button to get notified before each match starts. The channel also uploads full match replays and highlights after every game, which makes it easy to catch up if you missed any live action during the tournament.
Tournament Format
The DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 follows a group stage and knockout format. With 16 teams split into four groups, each team plays three league matches before the top two from each group advance to the quarter-finals.
Here is a quick breakdown of how the tournament is structured:
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Teams | 16 teams |
| Groups | 4 groups (A, B, C, D), 4 teams per group |
| League Matches | Each team plays 3 group stage matches |
| Qualification | The top 2 teams from each group progress to the Quarter-Finals |
| Quarter-Finals | A1 vs B2, B1 vs A2, C1 vs D2, D1 vs C2 |
| Semi-Finals | QF1 vs QF4, QF2 vs QF3 |
| Final | Winner of SF1 vs Winner of SF2 |
| Daily Slots | Two slots: 11:00 AM to 2:15 PM and 4:00 PM to 7:15 PM |
The format gives every team a fair shot through three group games before the knockouts begin. Two matches run at the same time each day across different venues, which means there is always cricket happening throughout the tournament.
Teams And Groups
The 16 teams are spread evenly across four groups, mixing corporate teams, banking institutions, and sports clubs. Here is how the groups are divided for the 2026 edition.
| 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 |
Each group has four teams competing for two spots in the quarter-finals. The groups are well-balanced, with strong teams spread across all four, which means every group game carries real weight for the teams involved.
Full Match Schedule
The 20th DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 features 28 matches across the league stage, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and final. Here is the complete schedule from the start of the tournament to the final on March 6, 2026.
| Date | Time | Venue | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Feb 2026 (Mon) | 11:00 AM | University Ground | CGST vs Mumbai Customs |
| 23 Feb 2026 (Mon) | 11:00 AM | Stadium | Reliance vs Income Tax |
| 23 Feb 2026 (Mon) | 4:00 PM | University Ground | CAG vs Jain Irrigation |
| 23 Feb 2026 (Mon) | 4:00 PM | Stadium | DY Patil Blue vs Nirlon |
| 24 Feb 2026 (Tue) | 11:00 AM | University Ground | DTDC vs Route Mobile |
| 24 Feb 2026 (Tue) | 11:00 AM | Stadium | Indian Navy vs Canara Bank |
| 24 Feb 2026 (Tue) | 4:00 PM | University Ground | BPCL vs Bank of Baroda |
| 24 Feb 2026 (Tue) | 4:00 PM | Stadium | DY Patil Red vs Tata Sports |
| 25 Feb 2026 (Wed) | 11:00 AM | University Ground | Jain Irrigation vs DTDC |
| 25 Feb 2026 (Wed) | 11:00 AM | Stadium | Bank of Baroda vs Income Tax |
| 25 Feb 2026 (Wed) | 4:00 PM | University Ground | Tata Sports vs Mumbai Customs |
| 25 Feb 2026 (Wed) | 4:00 PM | Stadium | Reliance vs BPCL |
| 26 Feb 2026 (Thu) | 11:00 AM | University Ground | Nirlon vs Canara Bank |
| 26 Feb 2026 (Thu) | 11:00 AM | Stadium | CAG vs Route Mobile |
| 26 Feb 2026 (Thu) | 4:00 PM | DYP Talegaon | DY Patil Blue vs Indian Navy |
| 26 Feb 2026 (Thu) | 4:00 PM | DYP Talegaon | DY Patil Red vs Mumbai Customs |
| 27 Feb 2026 (Fri) | 11:00 AM | University Ground | Nirlon vs Indian Navy |
| 27 Feb 2026 (Fri) | 11:00 AM | Stadium | BPCL vs Income Tax |
| 27 Feb 2026 (Fri) | 4:00 PM | University Ground | Jain Irrigation vs Route Mobile |
| 27 Feb 2026 (Fri) | 4:00 PM | Stadium | Tata Sports vs CGST |
| 02 Mar 2026 (Mon) | 11:00 AM | University Ground | DY Patil Blue vs Canara Bank |
| 02 Mar 2026 (Mon) | 11:00 AM | Stadium | Reliance vs Bank of Baroda |
| 02 Mar 2026 (Mon) | 4:00 PM | University Ground | DTDC vs CAG |
| 02 Mar 2026 (Mon) | 4:00 PM | Stadium | DY Patil Red vs CGST |
| 04 Mar 2026 (Wed) | TBD | TBD | Quarter-Finals: QF1, QF2, QF3, QF4 |
| 06 Mar 2026 (Fri) | TBD | TBD | Semi-Finals and Final |
The league stage threw up some brilliant contests, with teams like Mumbai Customs, Canara Bank, and Jain Irrigation looking the most consistent sides across their group games. The quarter-finals on March 4 will separate the contenders from the pretenders.
Conclusion: Free Cricket. Big matches. Zero Excuses To Miss It
The 20th DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 is in its business end, with eight strong teams fighting for the title from March 4 onwards. Whether you support a corporate giant or the government side, the quarter-finals promise sharp T20 cricket with no room for error.
Tune in on JioHotstar or the DY Patil Sports Academy YouTube channel and watch every match live, completely free, right from your phone or TV.