The Kerala Cricket League (KCL) 2025 is all set to return for its second season, bringing Kerala’s very own T20 franchise competition back into the spotlight.
Organized by the Kerala Cricket Association, the tournament will be staged at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram from August 21 to September 7, 2025.
After a thrilling inaugural edition that saw the Aries Kollam Sailors lift the trophy, the stakes are even higher this year as they gear up to defend their crown. The addition of local star Sanju Samson, making his KCL debut, adds both star power and intensity to the competition.
From schedule details to live streaming options and betting markets, here’s everything you need to know about KCL 2025.
Kerala Cricket League 2025: Full list of teams
The Kerala Cricket League 2025 features six competitive teams representing different regions of the state. The teams participating in the league are:
- Alleppey Ripples (Captain: Mohammed Azharuddeen)
- Trivandrum Royals (Captain: Abdul Basith)
- Aries Kollam Sailors (Captain: Sachin Baby)
- Kochi Blue Tigers (Captain: Samson)
- Calicut Globstars (Captain: Rohan Kunnummal)
- Thrissur Titans (Captain: Sijomon Joseph)
Kerala Cricket League 2025 format and schedule
The Kerala Cricket League (KCL) 2025 follows a double round-robin format where six teams play each other twice in the league stage. After all the league matches, the top four teams advance to the knockout stage.
The knockout comprises two semi-finals followed by the final, deciding the champion. The entire tournament is hosted at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, providing a central home ground for all teams.
Match No. | Teams | Date | Day | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Aries Kollam Sailors vs. Calicut Globstars | 21 Aug | Thu | 14:30 |
2 | Trivandrum Royals vs. Kochi Blue Tigers | 21 Aug | Thu | 19:45 |
3 | Alleppey Ripples vs. Thrissur Titans | 22 Aug | Fri | 14:30 |
4 | Aries Kollam Sailors vs. Trivandrum Royals | 22 Aug | Fri | 18:45 |
5 | Kochi Blue Tigers vs. Alleppey Ripples | 23 Aug | Sat | 14:30 |
6 | Thrissur Titans vs. Calicut Globstars | 23 Aug | Sat | 18:45 |
7 | Calicut Globstars vs. Trivandrum Royals | 24 Aug | Sun | 14:30 |
8 | Kochi Blue Tigers vs. Aries Kollam Sailors | 24 Aug | Sun | 18:45 |
9 | Aries Kollam Sailors vs. Thrissur Titans | 25 Aug | Mon | 14:30 |
10 | Alleppey Ripples vs. Trivandrum Royals | 25 Aug | Mon | 18:45 |
11 | Thrissur Titans vs.. Kochi Blue Tigers | 26 Aug | Tue | 14:30 |
12 | Alleppey Ripples vs. Calicut Globstars | 26 Aug | Tue | 18:45 |
13 | Calicut Globstars vs. Kochi Blue Tigers | 27 Aug | Wed | 14:30 |
14 | Trivandrum Royals vs. Thrissur Titans | 27 Aug | Wed | 18:45 |
15 | Kochi Blue Tigers vs. Trivandrum Royals | 28 Aug | Thu | 14:30 |
16 | Aries Kollam Sailors vs. Alleppey Ripples | 28 Aug | Thu | 18:45 |
17 | Thrissur Titans vs. Aries Kollam Sailors | 29 Aug | Fri | 14:30 |
18 | Calicut Globstars vs. Alleppey Ripples | 29 Aug | Fri | 18:45 |
19 | Trivandrum Royals vs. Calicut Globstars | 30 Aug | Sat | 14:30 |
20 | Kochi Blue Tigers vs. Thrissur Titans | 30 Aug | Sat | 18:45 |
21 | Trivandrum Royals vs. Aries Kollam Sailors | 31 Aug | Sun | 14:30 |
22 | Alleppey Ripples vs. Kochi Blue Tigers | 31 Aug | Sun | 18:45 |
23 | Thrissur Titans vs. Alleppey Ripples | 01 Sep | Mon | 14:30 |
24 | Calicut Globstars vs. Aries Kollam Sailors | 01 Sep | Mon | 18:45 |
25 | Kochi Blue Tigers vs. Calicut Globstars | 02 Sep | Tue | 14:30 |
26 | Thrissur Titans vs. Trivandrum Royals | 02 Sep | Tue | 18:45 |
27 | Trivandrum Royals vs. Alleppey Ripples | 03 Sep | Wed | 14:30 |
28 | Aries Kollam Sailors vs. Kochi Blue Tigers | 03 Sep | Wed | 18:45 |
29 | Alleppey Ripples vs. Aries Kollam Sailors | 04 Sep | Thu | 14:30 |
30 | Calicut Globstars vs. Thrissur Titans | 04 Sep | Thu | 18:45 |
SF1 | TBC vs. TBC | 05 Sep | Fri | 14:30 |
SF2 | TBC vs. TBC | 05 Sep | Fri | 18:45 |
Final | TBC vs. TBC | 07 Sep | Sun | 18:45 |
Who will win Kerala Cricket League 2025?
The Kerala Cricket League 2025 is shaping up to be an unpredictable and exciting season with several teams capable of lifting the trophy.
Defending champions Aries Kollam Sailors head into the tournament as favorites, thanks to their reliable core led by Sachin Baby and supported by experienced campaigners like Vishnu Vinod.
The Kochi Blue Tigers have significantly raised their stakes this year by bringing in Sanju Samson as captain. His leadership and match-winning ability add both star value and stability, making Kochi one of the most dangerous sides in the league.
Meanwhile, the Calicut Globstars look well-rounded with a mix of youth and experience, capable of springing surprises against top teams.
Outside of the frontrunners, the Trivandrum Royals and Alleppey Ripples have shown flashes of brilliance and could well emerge as dark horses if they find momentum at the right time.
How to bet on Kerala Cricket League 2025
Fans looking to add extra excitement to the Kerala Cricket League 2025 can place bets on the matches through several leading Indian bookmakers. Platforms such as Parimatch offer a wide range of betting markets, including match winners, top run-scorers, most wickets, and live in-play options.
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Kerala Cricket League 2025 live scorecard
To follow the action between the Kerala Cricket League live, you can make use of the live scorecard feature on Parimatch's website.
Navigate to the game of your choice and click the scorecard icon to follow along, and bet live with the action with a trusted site.
How to watch Kerala Cricket League 2025 : TV and live stream details
The Kerala Cricket League 2025 will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network, primarily on Star Sports 1 channel. Alongside TV broadcasting, fans can also watch the matches live via online streaming on the FanCode app and website.
