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The 5th edition of the Lanka Premier League 2024 will be held this year from July 1st to 21st. The five-team competition will consist of a total of 24 games.

The first round will have 20 matches, while the final round will have 4 matches, including qualifier 1 & 2 and the eliminator. Each team will consist a minimum of 20 players and a maximum of 24 players with 6 overseas players.

The Lanka Premier League, Sri Lanka’s topmost T20 domestic competition with an international flavor, is a much-awaited competition among cricket lovers.

 
The Lanka Premier League 2024 schedule is out and Kandy takes on Dambulla in the opening match

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LPL, here comes the Eagle
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Pakistan Star Pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi has registered for the Lanka Premier League Auction 2024.
 
Sri Lanka denied NOC's for their players to play in the PSL. Should the PCB teach Sri Lankans a lesson by denying NOC's to Pakistani players?
 
LPL 5 attract over 400 foreign players

International stars Barbar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, James Neesham, Tim Southee and Ish Sodhi are among those over 400 foreign cricketers registered for this year’s Lanka Premier League auction.

The player registrations will conclude on Monday where the organisers will prune down the list to around 150 to come under the hammer at the auction. The auction is likely to be held on May 16 at a five-star hotel in Colombo.

Though the player registration was to conclude on Friday, it has been kept open till Monday due to request. These players include international stars mostly from Pakistan, New Zealand, Bangladesh, South Africa, Afghanistan and Zimbabwe.

In addition to the foreign players, the selectors have been asked to line up a list of 120 local players, including some Under-23 cricketers who will be auctioned at a live auction by the five franchise teams.

The fifth edition of the Lanka Premier League 2024 will be held this year from July 1 to 21. The five-team competition will consist of a total of 24 games.

The first round will have 20 matches, while the final round will have four matches, including Qualifier 1 and 2 and the Eliminator. Each team will consist a minimum of 20 players and a maximum of 24 players with six overseas players and at least one Under-23 player.

The Lanka Premier League, Sri Lanka’s topmost T20 domestic competition with an international flavour, is a much-awaited competition among cricket lovers. B-Love Kandy, led by Wanindu Hasaranga, emerged champions of the 2023 edition.

SOURCE: https://www.sundaytimes.lk/240428/sports/lpl-5-attract-over-400-foreign-players-555587.html
 
*Dahani goes unsold

Shahnwaz Dahani enters at US$ 20,000. Unsold

*Zaman Khan goes unsold

Zaman Khan, the slinger from Pakistan, comes in at US$ 50,000. Unsold.

*Haris Sohail goes unsold

Haris Sohail enters at US$ 20,000. Unsold.

*Asif Ali goes unsold

Asif Ali starts off at US$ 40,000. Unsold.

*Azam Khan goes unsold

Azam Khan enters at US$ 50,000. Unsold

*No takers for Sarfaraz

Sarfaraz Ahmed comes in at US$ 20,000. Unsold.

*Yasir Shah goes unsold

Yasir Shah is in at US$ 20,000. No takers.

*Usman Shinwari goes unsold

Pakistan's Usman Shinwari is in at US% 10,000. No takers
 
Azam Khan and Asif Ali are the only surprises here as these two often get picked up by oversees tournaments.
 
LPL Auction Updates on Pakistan players

*Haider Ali goes to Dambulla!

Pakistan batter Haider Ali starts at US$ 20,000.

Dambulla goes to US$ 25,000. Overkill really as no one else can go beyond US$ 20,000.

*Salman Ali Agha joins Kandy!

Pakistan allrounder Salman Ali Agha is up for auction at US$ 10,000. Kandy secure the signing with their opening bid!

*Usman Khan goes unsold

Pakistan batter Usman Khan is in at US$ 20,000. Unsold.

Aamer Jamal goes unsold

Pakistan allrounder Aamer Jamal is in at US$ 20,000. Unsold.

*Azam Khan goes to B-Love Kandy!

Azam Khan is back, his base price is US$ 50,000. And Kandy puts in a belated opening bid to secure the signing! That means Kandy have US$ 47,000 left and a minimum of one more signing to make.

*Mohammed Ali joins B-Love Kandy!

Pakistan's Mohammed Ali is in at US$ 10,000. Kandy put in a bid and sold!
 
How did Salman Agha get sold in the auction? What has he achieved in the T20 format recently?
 

One Arrested For Allegedly Trying To Fix Lanka Premier League Matches​


A foreigner named Tamim Rahman connected to Lanka Premier League franchise Dambulla Thunder has been arrested by the special investigation unit of the sports ministry, the police said on Wednesday. He was ordered to be remanded until 31 May by the magistrate's court here. Rahman was detained by the immigration officials at the Colombo international airport owing to a travel ban imposed on him by the court.

He was detained for allegedly trying to fix matches in the LPL which is scheduled to take place between July 1 and 21.

The auction for the fifth edition of LPL, with participation of 500 local and international players, was held on Tuesday.

The tournament is competed among five franchises.

sports.ndtv.com

One Arrested For Allegedly Trying To Fix Lanka Premier League Matches | Cricket News

A foreigner named Tamim Rahman connected to Lanka Premier League franchise Dambulla Thunder has been arrested by the special investigation unit of the sports ministry, the police said on Wednesday.
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FearlessRoar said:

One Arrested For Allegedly Trying To Fix Lanka Premier League Matches​


A foreigner named Tamim Rahman connected to Lanka Premier League franchise Dambulla Thunder has been arrested by the special investigation unit of the sports ministry, the police said on Wednesday. He was ordered to be remanded until 31 May by the magistrate's court here. Rahman was detained by the immigration officials at the Colombo international airport owing to a travel ban imposed on him by the court.

He was detained for allegedly trying to fix matches in the LPL which is scheduled to take place between July 1 and 21.

The auction for the fifth edition of LPL, with participation of 500 local and international players, was held on Tuesday.

The tournament is competed among five franchises.

sports.ndtv.com

One Arrested For Allegedly Trying To Fix Lanka Premier League Matches | Cricket News

A foreigner named Tamim Rahman connected to Lanka Premier League franchise Dambulla Thunder has been arrested by the special investigation unit of the sports ministry, the police said on Wednesday.
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Dambulla Thunders Franchise Terminated with Immediate Effect by LPL

The Lanka Premier League (LPL) announces the termination of the Dambulla Thunders franchise, effective immediately. This decision follows recent developments concerning the franchise’s ownership and the legal issues faced by Tamim Rahman, Founder of Imperial Sports Group.

While the specifics of the charges against Mr. Rahman remain unclear, the integrity and smooth functioning of the Lanka Premier League are of utmost importance. This termination aims to uphold the values and reputation of the LPL, ensuring that all participants adhere to the highest standards of conduct and sportsmanship.

The LPL management is working diligently to address the consequences of this termination and to ensure minimal disruption to the upcoming season.

The LPL remains committed to delivering an exciting and competitive tournament and will take all necessary steps to maintain the league’s integrity and success.

“We are committed to the highest standards of transparency and professionalism and will continue to support all our teams, players, and fans during this transition.” LPL rights holder IPG group chairman Anil Mohan said.

 
This means Iftikhar Ahmed and Haider Ali lost their contracts after no more Dambulla Thunders in Lankan Premier League 2024.
 
What's with Pakistani players agreeing to pay in the LPL for $10k? I mean have some self respect and a certain value to your name.
 
Savak said:
What's with Pakistani players agreeing to pay in the LPL for $10k? I mean have some self respect and a certain value to your name.
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What's even more embarrassing is that Pakistan's main players went unsold, highlighting the quality of our team. We've essentially entered the minnow category.
 
emranabbas said:
What's even more embarrassing is that Pakistan's main players went unsold, highlighting the quality of our team. We've essentially entered the minnow category.
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Don’t think Babar, Rizwan and Shaheen registered this time

Shaheen would have been snapped up.

Rizwan and Babar snub would have been beautiful as always. I don’t think Sri Lanka’s T20 fraud opener Nissanka was picked up either
 
Lanka Premier League confirms Season 5 will go ahead as scheduled

Press Release: Innovative Production Group FZE, Event Rights Partner of the Lanka Premier League

Innovative Production Group FZE (IPG) wishes to clarify that notwithstanding the recent events surrounding the arrest of a co-owner of the Dambulla franchise, the Lanka Premier League (LPL) Season 5 will proceed as scheduled. We are committed to ensuring that the tournament remains a showcase of the best in cricket, embodying the spirit of fair play and sportsmanship.

The Lanka Premier League Season 5 will continue with its full schedule and roster of matches, featuring five teams.

The Dambulla franchise, despite the recent changes, will participate under new ownership.

We are in the final stages of confirming the new ownership, ensuring a seamless transition and uninterrupted participation of the team in the tournament.

IPG has always upheld the highest standards of propriety and integrity as the Event Rights Partner of the Lanka Premier League. Our dedication to maintaining these standards remains unwavering. We assure all players, fans, and stakeholders that the league’s integrity and the spirit of cricket will be preserved throughout the tournament.

“The Lanka Premier League remains a premier cricketing event, dedicated to showcasing the best of cricket and fostering a spirit of fair play and sportsmanship. We assure everyone involved that the tournament will go ahead as planned, delivering the high-quality cricket experience that fans have come to expect.” IPG group chairman Anil Mohan said.

The LPL will be conducted from July 1st to 21st, starting in Kandy, then in Dambulla, before heading to Colombo for the business end of the tournament.

SOURCE: SLC
 
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) Refutes Allegations of Corruption Involving SLC Officials in the LPL Tournament

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) vehemently refutes the allegations made by Member of Parliament Hesha Withanage during a media briefing today, which accused the SLC President, the Tournament Director of the Lanka Premier League (LPL), and other SLC officials of involvement in match- fixing and corrupt conduct related to the LPL.

The SLC, as the responsible governing body for cricket in Sri Lanka and the supreme authority organizing the LPL since its inception in 2020, has consistently prioritized the integrity of the sport.

To this end, SLC has engaged the services of the International Cricket Council’s Anti-Corruption Unit (ICC-ACU) to oversee all anti-corruption measures for the LPL tournament. The recent LPL player auction was also attended and monitored by ICC ACU officials as part of their ongoing support.

We wish to clarify that SLC’s commitment to safeguarding the integrity of cricket led to the engagement of ICC ACU officials in this process, and it was these ICC ACU officials who informed the Special Investigation Unit for the Prevention of Offenses Relating to Sports about suspicious activities involving one of the owners of the Dambulla team. This information resulted in the arrest made by local police authorities.

SLC stands firm in its dedication to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and transparency in cricket. We will continue to cooperate fully with the ICC and local law enforcement authorities to ensure the sport remains free from corruption and misconduct.


Srilankan Cricket
 
The Special Investigation Unit for the Prevention of Corruption in Sports in Sri Lanka has focused its attention to the recently concluded player auction of the LPL.

High purchase prices for some players have raised suspicion, with the $100,000 acquisition of a retired Sri Lankan cricketer drawing particular scrutiny. The unit is investigating whether teams were using these inflated purchases to generate illegal commissions.

Galle Marvels' purchase of Isuru Udana for $100,000 when the base price was set at $30,000, with no other team bidding, raised many eyebrows at the auction. Even the auctioneer, Charu Sharma, was flabbergasted as he asked three times to confirm the purchase.

The Special Investigation Unit has already arrested Tamim Rahman, a Bangladeshi national and the owner of the Dambulla Thunders team in the LPL. The arrest and the circumstances surrounding it led to the SLC suspending Team Dambulla Thunders.
 
Lanka Premier League Welcomes World Cup Winner Michael Clarke as Brand Ambassador for 2024 Season

The Lanka Premier League (LPL) is thrilled to announce cricket legend Michael Clarke as its brand ambassador for the upcoming 2024 season. The tournament will be held from July 1st to 21st, showcasing exciting matches and featuring top-tier cricket talent from around the world.

Clarke, a household name in cricket, brings a wealth of experience to the LPL. A right-handed batsman renowned for his elegance and grit, he played a pivotal role in Australia’s success for over a decade. He captained the national team in both Test and One Day International formats, leading them to a historic victory in the 2015 Cricket World Cup.

Clarke expressed his enthusiasm for his new role: “I can’t wait to get back to Sri Lanka, a country I love playing in. Now, I have the opportunity to not just come and commentate but also to be an ambassador for the LPL. Can’t wait – so much talent, so many young players, and lots of good overseas players. There is no doubt this tournament will continue to be a success.”

Anil Mohan, Chairman of Innovative Production Group FZE, the Event Rights Partner of the Lanka Premier League, warmly welcomed Clarke: *”We are thrilled to have Michael Clarke join us as the brand ambassador for LPL 2024. His vast experience, leadership skills, and unwavering passion for the game will undoubtedly inspire players and fans alike. We look forward to his contributions in making this season a truly memorable one.”*

The Lanka Premier League 2024 promises to be an exhilarating event, showcasing the best of cricket with five competitive teams, including the newly restructured Dambulla franchise under new ownership. The tournament aims to nurture emerging talent, foster sportsmanship, and deliver high-quality cricket entertainment for fans around the globe.

The LPL remains dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of cricketing excellence and integrity. With the support of esteemed figures like Michael Clarke, the league is confident in its mission to celebrate the true spirit of cricket and provide an outstanding experience for players, fans, and all stakeholders.

SOURCE: SLC
 
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