Greater Noida will host Season 2 of the Big Cricket League (BCL), recognised as the world’s first Pro-Am cricket league, at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Stadium from March 11 to March 22, 2026.
The 12-day tournament will once again bring together established international cricketers and ambitious Indian amateurs, a format that sets BCL apart from conventional competitions. After a successful inaugural season marked by strong crowd response and competitive fixtures, organisers are aiming to elevate the scale and intensity this year.
The player auction on February 16 is expected to draw attention as franchises assemble squads blending global experience with emerging amateur talent. Last season featured international names such as Shikhar Dhawan, Suresh Raina, Irfan Pathan, Yusuf Pathan, Herschelle Gibbs and Imran Tahir, adding both star value and competitive edge. More overseas players are expected to join in Season 2.
Support from the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has facilitated the hosting of the tournament, with stadium preparations currently underway.
Prerna Singh, ACEO of GNIDA, said: “Greater Noida Authority actively supports initiatives that combine sporting excellence with regional advancement. Hosting Big Cricket League Season 2 at Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Stadium is a significant step toward positioning the city as a leading sports destination in the region.”
League Commissioner Dilip Vengsarkar said: “We are proud to bring Season 2 of the Big Cricket League to Uttar Pradesh, with the support of the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA). As the world’s first Pro-Am cricket league, BCL is committed to building a professional platform where emerging amateur talent competes alongside established international cricketers. Uttar Pradesh’s strong focus on developing world-class sports infrastructure provides the ideal environment for this vision to thrive. Through this season, we aim to further strengthen the pathway for aspiring cricketers across the state turning ‘Ab Sapne Banenge Haqeeqat’ into a tangible opportunity on the field.”
Founder and President Rudra Pratap Singh said: “Season 2 marks a defining milestone for the Big Cricket League. The support from the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) reinforces our vision of building India’s most powerful Pro-Am cricket platform. With international stars joining hands with emerging amateur talent, this season will set new benchmarks in competitive cricket.”
Chief Patron Puneet Singh added: “The response to Season 1 validated our model. Season 2 is not just an expansion it is an evolution. From the player auction on 16th February to the grand matches in March, every aspect of this season has been strategically elevated to deliver scale, quality and impact.”
CEO and Co-Founder Annirudh Chauhan said: “Season 2 represents scale, structure and serious cricketing ambition. With support from the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA), BCL is entering a new phase of growth. Our focus is not just on hosting matches, but on building a sustainable platform where global professionals and India’s rising amateur talent compete at the highest level.”
Season 2 is expected to deliver sharper competition and renewed momentum as Greater Noida prepares to host another edition of the Pro-Am league.