This October 3 – 13, the world of Cricket comes alive! Returning to Dallas after an acclaimed premiere last year, the National Cricket League gathers world-class players and legendary mentors (with icons like Sachin Tendulkar, Brian Lara, and Muttiah Muralitharan), theme nights, and their beloved Sixty Strikes format for a riveting 2025 edition at the heart of UTD Cricket Stadium.
This exciting Sixty Strikes structure, designed to highlight individual skill and push the boundaries of team strategy, will get you on the edge of your seat — whether you’re a Cricket fan or a new to the sport. Games have begun — book your spot & learn more about the day-to-day schedule here:
A lineup of six Cricket teams
The NCL is the meeting place for iconic USA teams. This season will begin with Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara, two cricket moguls, headlining the opening ceremony. The following teams will be in attendance: Atlanta Kings, Dallas Lonestars, Chicago CC, LA Waves, New York Lions, and Houston Generals — with a solid roster of coaches ready to set the field on fire. And among these teams, star players like Andre Russell, Colin Munro, Kyle Mayers and Sam Billings are sure to shine, along with other acclaimed players and veterans.
This season of the NCL will begin with the Atlanta Kings facing Dallas Lonestars on October 3rd. There will be two games per day, the first taking place at 6pm on weekdays.
Games follow a unique fast-paced format
The NCL seeks to introduce short and fast-paced cricket games to the U.S. starting with their first edition in 2024. Known across the globe — including the Abu Dhabi 10 Over League — this Sixty Strikes structure offers a “quick and action-packed game” with matches lasting around 90 minutes (in contrast with the longer formats of Tests or 50-over cricket). Simply put, it makes for higher-stakes matches that will keep you entertained all game long.
11 days of sports & entertainment
Aside from bringing the very best of cricket, the NCL also features big names across various industries. Coaches, mentors, plenty of music, fan zones, giveaways, family offers… It’s a true blend of sports and entertainment that will charm cricket fans and curious attendees alike, so you can say you were there when cricket took off in the US!
📅 October 3-13
📍UT Dallas Stadium
👤All ages welcome
🎟️Tickets start at $15 for students and $25 for general admission