The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has confirmed that the 2025–26 edition of the Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League will commence on 4 May and conclude on 11 June, with a total of 69 matches scheduled across six venues. The full fixture list is expected to be published shortly.
The competition, formally known as the Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League, will follow a revised structure this season. Instead of the previously discussed format variations, the board has opted for a single round-robin league phase combined with a separate relegation mechanism. Notably, there will be no Super League stage.
According to the confirmed structure, 66 matches will be played in the main league phase, while an additional three fixtures will determine relegation outcomes. This adjustment was made after consultations with participating clubs, following earlier deliberations about potentially removing relegation entirely. However, concerns regarding competitiveness and the integrity of the league ultimately led the Bangladesh Cricket Board to retain the relegation system.
The tournament will be staged across six venues, with matches scheduled in a compact window. Organisers have also confirmed several operational arrangements, including provision of meals for players during matches and the allocation of reserve days for every fixture to reduce disruption caused by weather or unforeseen delays. A notable feature of this season is the exclusion of overseas players, meaning all participating squads will consist solely of local cricketers.
In addition, logistical planning has been structured to maximise venue usage, with up to six matches scheduled per day across different grounds. Confirmed or likely venues include Bashundhara, the Bangladesh Krira Shikkha Protisthan (BKSP), the Cricketers Academy ground, and Silicon field, alongside two additional approved venues in Dhaka.
Competition Structure Overview
| Component |
Details |
| Tournament dates |
4 May – 11 June 2025 |
| Total matches |
69 |
| League phase matches |
66 |
| Relegation matches |
3 |
| Format |
Single round-robin + relegation stage |
| Super League stage |
Not included |
| Venues |
6 across Dhaka region |
| Foreign players |
Not permitted |
| Reserve day provision |
Included for every match |
The decision to streamline the competition into a single league format is aimed at maintaining scheduling efficiency while preserving competitive balance. Meanwhile, the relegation phase ensures that performance-based movement between divisions remains intact, reinforcing accountability among participating clubs.
The upcoming season is expected to be closely watched as it reflects a continued evolution in domestic cricket structure, balancing tradition with administrative reforms aimed at improving the standard and pace of the competition.
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