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Dehradun T20 League 2026 Begins Today with Mahim Verma as Chief Guest
✍️ ANI News
🗓 03 Sep 2026, 03:48 AM
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The Dehradun T20 League 2026 kicked off today, with former BCCI vice‑president Mahim Verma attending as the chief guest. The event marks the launch of the annual tournament in Uttarakhand’s capital.
The Dehradun T20 League 2026 opened its curtains on Thursday at the Indira Gandhi Stadium, with a colourful opening ceremony featuring local artists and a fireworks display. Former BCCI vice‑president Mahim Verma was invited as the chief guest and delivered a short address, highlighting the growth of cricket in Uttarakhand.
Mahim Verma, who served as BCCI’s vice‑president from 2009 to 2012, has been a key promoter of grassroots cricket in the region. His presence underscored the league’s ambition to attract talent from across the country.
The tournament will feature 12 city‑based teams competing in a double‑round robin format, followed by playoffs. Matches will be played over a span of 10 days, with the final scheduled for Friday.
Organisers expect the league to boost local tourism and provide a platform for emerging players. The event is being streamed live on the official BCCI channel and local broadcasters.
Mahim Verma, who served as BCCI’s vice‑president from 2009 to 2012, has been a key promoter of grassroots cricket in the region. His presence underscored the league’s ambition to attract talent from across the country.
The tournament will feature 12 city‑based teams competing in a double‑round robin format, followed by playoffs. Matches will be played over a span of 10 days, with the final scheduled for Friday.
Organisers expect the league to boost local tourism and provide a platform for emerging players. The event is being streamed live on the official BCCI channel and local broadcasters.