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Greater Noida will host Season 2 of the Big Cricket League (BCL), positioned as the world’s first Pro-Am cricket league, at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Stadium from March 11 to March 22, 2026.
The 12-day tournament will bring together established international cricketers and Indian amateur players under a hybrid Pro-Am format that differentiates BCL from traditional leagues. Following a successful inaugural edition, organisers are targeting higher commercial traction and competitive intensity in the second season.
The player auction on February 16 is expected to set the tone for the tournament, with franchises focused on building balanced squads combining global experience and emerging domestic talent. Season 1 featured international names including Shikhar Dhawan, Suresh Raina, Irfan Pathan, Yusuf Pathan, Herschelle Gibbs and Imran Tahir. More overseas participation is anticipated this year.
The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) is supporting the event, with stadium preparations underway to ensure operational readiness.
Prerna Singh, ACEO of GNIDA, said, “Greater Noida Authority actively supports initiatives that combine sporting excellence with regional advancement. Hosting Big Cricket League Season 2 at Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Stadium is a significant step toward positioning the city as a leading sports destination in the region.”
League Commissioner Dilip Vengsarkar said, “We are proud to bring Season 2 of the Big Cricket League to Uttar Pradesh, with the support of the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA). As the world’s first Pro-Am cricket league, BCL is committed to building a professional platform where emerging amateur talent competes alongside established international cricketers. Uttar Pradesh’s strong focus on developing world-class sports infrastructure provides the ideal environment for this vision to thrive. Through this season, we aim to further strengthen the pathway for aspiring cricketers across the state turning ‘Ab Sapne Banenge Haqeeqat’ into a tangible opportunity on the field.”
Founder and President Rudra Pratap Singh said, “Season 2 marks a defining milestone for the Big Cricket League. The support from the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) reinforces our vision of building India’s most powerful Pro-Am cricket platform. With international stars joining hands with emerging amateur talent, this season will set new benchmarks in competitive cricket.”
Chief Patron Puneet Singh said, “The response to Season 1 validated our model. Season 2 is not just an expansion it is an evolution. From the player auction on 16th February to the grand matches in March, every aspect of this season has been strategically elevated to deliver scale, quality and impact.”
CEO and Co-Founder Annirudh Chauhan said, “Season 2 represents scale, structure and serious cricketing ambition. With support from the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA), BCL is entering a new phase of growth. Our focus is not just on hosting matches, but on building a sustainable platform where global professionals and India’s rising amateur talent compete at the highest level.”
Season 2 is positioned as an expanded edition, combining sporting competition with regional infrastructure support and commercial growth as Greater Noida strengthens its credentials as a host for large-scale sporting events.