CCL 2024: The Celebrity Cricket League (CCL) is back with its 10th season, bringing together the glitz of Bollywood and the thrill of cricket. This unique tournament features teams representing various regional film industries including Bollywood, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Bengali. Stars from movies and TV across India will battle it out in a T20 format.
Each team will play four games, with the top four advancing to the playoffs. The schedule for CCL will be unveiled in Mumbai, with Sharjah hosting the opening match on Friday at 7 pm. The tournament kicks off with Mumbai Heroes taking on Kerala Strikers from February 23rd to March 17th, 2024.
CCL 2024
During the Mumbai event, the dates for the tournament and CCL schedule were announced. The event will take place in Sharjah starting on Friday, February 23, 2024, at 7 pm. The opening match will feature Kerala Strikers against Mumbai Heroes, and the tournament will run until March 17, 2024.
CCL, cherished by cricket enthusiasts, brings together actors, directors, producers, and other film industry members who share a passion for cricket. Their participation adds an extra thrill to the event, allowing fans to see their favorite celebrities engaging in the beloved sport of cricket, enjoyed by people across India.
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CCL 2024 Dates
The 10th season of the Celebrity Cricket League (CCL) kicks off from February 23rd to March 17th, 2024. Eight teams comprising actors, actresses, and other celebrities from around the country will compete in 20 matches held across five different venues.
The teams participating in the CCL 2024 championship include Chennai Rhinos, Mumbai Heroes, Punjab De Sher, Telugu Warriors, Karnataka Bulldozers, Bengal Tigers, and Bhojpuri Dabangs.
Each club will play four league games in the CCL 2024 tournament. After these games, the top four clubs will advance to the playoffs. The top two teams will face off in the first qualifier, while the third and fourth teams will compete in the eliminator.
CCL 2024 Schedule, Venue, and Fixtures
Check the schedule, venue, fixtures, and results of CCL 2024 in the table below:
| CCL 2024 Schedule | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Match | Venue | Time | Result |
| Feb 23 | Mumbai Heroes Vs Kerala Strikers | Sharjah | 6:30 PM IST | Mumbai Heroes Won By 9 Runs |
| Feb 24 | Telugu Warriors Vs Bhojpuri Dabanggs | Sharjah | 2:00 PM IST | Telugu Warriors Won By 8 Runs |
| Feb 24 | Kerala Strikers Vs Bengal Tigers | Sharjah | 6:30 PM IST | Bengal Tigers Won By 33 Runs |
| Feb 25 | Chennai Rhinos Vs Punjab De Sher | Sharjah | 2:00 PM IST | Chennai Rhinos Won By 41 Runs |
| Feb 25 | Mumbai Heroes Vs Karnataka Bulldozers | Sharjah | 6:30 PM IST | Karnataka Bulldozers Won By 39 Runs |
| Mar 1 | Chennai Rhinos Vs Bhojpuri Dabanggs | Hyderabad | 2:00 PM IST | Chennai Rhinos Won By 7 Wickets |
| Mar 1 | Telugu Warriors Vs Punjab De Sher | Hyderabad | 6:30 PM IST | Telugu Warriors Won By 5 Wickets |
| Mar 2 | Karnataka Bulldozers Vs Bengal Tigers | Hyderabad | 2:00 PM IST | Karnataka Bulldozers Won By 30 Runs |
| Mar 2 | Telugu Warriors Vs Kerala Strikers | Hyderabad | 6:30 PM IST | Kerala Strikers Won By 1 Run |
| Mar 3 | Mumbai Heroes Vs Bhojpuri Dabanggs | Hyderabad | 2:00 PM IST | Mumbai Heroes By 1 Run |
| Mar 3 | Chennai Rhinos Vs Karnataka Bulldozers | Hyderabad | 6:30 PM IST | Karnataka Bulldozers Won By 67 Runs |
| Mar 8 | Punjab De Sher Vs Bengal Tigers | Chandigarh | 6:30 PM IST | |
| Mar 9 | Bengal Tigers Vs Bhojpuri Dabanggs | Chandigarh | 2:00 PM IST | |
| Mar 9 | Punjab De Sher Vs Mumbai Heroes | Chandigarh | 6:30 PM IST | |
| Mar 10 | Telugu Warriors Vs Karnataka Bulldozers | Trivandrum | 2:00 PM IST | |
| Mar 10 | Chennai Rhinos Vs Kerala Strikers | Trivandrum | 6:30 PM IST | |
| Mar 15 | Qualifier 1: 1 Vs 2 | Vizag | 2:00 PM IST | |
| Mar 15 | Eliminator 1: 3 Vs 4 | Vizag | 6:30 PM IST | |
| Mar 16 | Qualifier 2: Loser Of Q1 Vs Winner Of E1 | Vizag | 6:30 PM IST | |
| Mar 17 | Final: Winner Of Qualifier 1 & 2 | Vizag | 6:30 PM IST | |
CCL 2024 Teams
The CCL 2024 teams, including captains and owners, given in the table below:
| CCL 2024 Teams | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Team Name | Captain Name | Language | Team Owners |
| Chennai Rhinos | Arya | Tamil | K. Ganga Prasad |
| Mumbai Heroes | Riteish Deshmukh | Hindi | Sohail Khan |
| Kerala Strikers | Kunchako Boban | Malayalam | Rajkumar, Sripriya |
| Telugu Warriors | Akkineni Akhil | Telugu | Sachiin Joshi |
| Karnataka Bulldozers | Kichcha Sudeep | Kannada | Ashok Kheny |
| Bhojpuri Dabbangs | Manoj Tiwari | Bhojpuri | Manoj Tiwari |
| Bengal Tigers | Jisshu Sengupta | Bengali | Boney Kapoor |
| Punjab De Sher | Sonu Sood | Punjabi | Navraj Hans, Puneet Singh |
In CCL 2024, 8 teams are set to battle it out:
- Mumbai Heroes
- Kerala Strikers
- Telugu Warriors
- Bhojpuri Dabbangs
- Bengal Tigers
- Chennai Rhinos
- Punjab De Sher
- Karnataka Bulldozers
These teams will compete in Robin-Round games, where the top four teams will advance to the playoffs.
In a new format introduced this year, matches will consist of two innings each, with ten overs per innings. The team with the highest runs after both innings will be declared the winner.
Where to Watch CCL 2024?
Catch the action of Celebrity Cricket League CCL 2024 on Sony Sports, Ten 5, and Sony Sports Ten 5 HD TV channels. Indian fans can also stream live matches on the Jio Cinema app and website.
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CCL 2024 FAQs
Q.1. What is the Celebrity Cricket League (CCL)?
Ans. The CCL is a cricket tournament featuring teams representing various regional film industries, including Bollywood, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Bengali.
Q.2. When does CCL 2024 start and end?
Ans. CCL 2024 starts on February 23rd and concludes on March 17th, 2024.
Q.3. How many teams are participating in CCL 2024?
Ans. Eight teams, including Mumbai Heroes, Kerala Strikers, Telugu Warriors, and others, will compete in CCL 2024.
Q.4. Where can I watch CCL 2024 matches?
Ans. CCL 2024 matches can be viewed live on Sony Sports channels and streamed on the Jio Cinema app and website.
Q.5. What is the format of matches in CCL 2024?
Ans. Matches in CCL 2024 consist of two innings with ten overs each. The team with the highest total runs across both innings wins.
