The Global Cricket League (GCL) 2025/26 season runs from 23 January to 1 February 2026. All matches take place at Lauderhill, Florida. The tournament features six teams representing major American cities. This season brings together local talent and international stars for an exciting competition.
The league kicks off with the Houston Riders facing the New York Liberty. Two matches take place each day during the group stage. The tournament ends with the final on Sunday, 1 February 2026. In this article, we cover the complete schedule, team details, and playoff structure.
GCL 2026 Schedule and Fixtures
The group stage includes 15 matches played over 8 days. Each team plays 5 matches before the playoffs begin. Here is the complete match schedule:
| Match | Venue | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Riders vs New York Liberty | Lauderhill | Friday 23 Jan 2026 | 10:30 PM |
| Las Vegas Aces vs Miami Waves | Lauderhill | Saturday 24 Jan 2026 | 7:30 PM |
| New York Liberty vs Washington DC Eagles | Lauderhill | Saturday 24 Jan 2026 | 11:30 PM |
| Chicago Windchasers vs Houston Riders | Lauderhill | Sunday 25 Jan 2026 | 7:30 PM |
| Miami Waves vs Washington DC Eagles | Lauderhill | Sunday 25 Jan 2026 | 11:30 PM |
| Las Vegas Aces vs New York Liberty | Lauderhill | Monday 26 Jan 2026 | 7:30 PM |
| Chicago Windchasers vs Miami Waves | Lauderhill | Monday 26 Jan 2026 | 11:30 PM |
| Las Vegas Aces vs Washington DC Eagles | Lauderhill | Tuesday 27 Jan 2026 | 7:30 PM |
| Chicago Windchasers vs New York Liberty | Lauderhill | Tuesday 27 Jan 2026 | 11:30 PM |
| Houston Riders vs Washington DC Eagles | Lauderhill | Wednesday 28 Jan 2026 | 7:30 PM |
| Las Vegas Aces vs Chicago Windchasers | Lauderhill | Wednesday 28 Jan 2026 | 11:30 PM |
| Miami Waves vs New York Liberty | Lauderhill | Thursday 29 Jan 2026 | 7:30 PM |
| Houston Riders vs Las Vegas Aces | Lauderhill | Thursday 29 Jan 2026 | 11:30 PM |
| Chicago Windchasers vs Washington DC Eagles | Lauderhill | Friday 30 Jan 2026 | 7:30 PM |
| Houston Riders vs Miami Waves | Lauderhill | Friday 30 Jan 2026 | 11:30 PM |
Playoffs
The top four teams from the group stage advance to the playoffs. Two semi-finals take place on Saturday, 31 January 2026. The winners meet in the final on Sunday, 1 February 2026.
| Stage | Match | Venue | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Semi-Final | TBA vs TBA | Lauderhill | Saturday 31 Jan 2026 | 7:30 PM |
| 2nd Semi-Final | TBA vs TBA | Lauderhill | Saturday 31 Jan 2026 | 11:30 PM |
| Final | TBA vs TBA | Lauderhill | Sunday 01 Feb 2026 | 10:30 PM |
GCL Teams 2026
Six franchises compete in the Global Cricket League 2026. Each team represents a major American city. Here are the teams participating this season:
| Team | Location |
|---|---|
| Chicago Windchasers | Chicago |
| Houston Riders | Houston |
| Las Vegas Aces | Las Vegas |
| Miami Waves | Miami |
| New York Liberty | New York |
| Washington DC Eagles | Washington DC |
GCL 2026 Venue
Central Broward Regional Park Stadium, Lauderhill
All GCL 2026 matches take place at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium in Lauderhill, Florida. The venue has hosted numerous international cricket matches and serves as the home of American cricket. The stadium holds around 20,000 spectators and offers excellent facilities for players and fans. The pitch tends to favor batters, and high-scoring matches are common here. Teams batting second have enjoyed good success at this ground, especially during evening matches under lights.
Match Timings
Each match day features two games. The first match starts at 7:30 PM GMT (2:00 PM local time). The second match begins at 11:30 PM GMT (6:00 PM local time). The opening match on 23 January starts at 10:30 PM GMT. The final on 1 February also starts at 10:30 PM GMT. All times listed in the schedule are local to the venue.
Tournament Format
The GCL 2026 follows a round-robin format in the group stage. Each team faces every other team once, playing 5 matches in total. The top four teams qualify for the semi-finals. The semi-final winners compete in the final to decide the champion.
This format ensures every team has a fair chance to advance. Close contests and last-over finishes keep fans engaged throughout the tournament. The 10-day schedule makes it easy for fans to follow the entire competition.
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Where To Watch GCL 2026
You can watch the Global Champions League (GCL) on their official streaming platform GCTV with a subscription (Live or Pro Pass) for full access, or catch highlights and some live events on YouTube and Twitch, with specific regional broadcasters like DAZN in some areas or Sony Sports/SonyLIV for cricket-related events, depending on the specific GCL event (Showjumping or Cricket) and your location.
