On 6th March 2026, the Tillo Cup 2026 got off to a flying start at Hanuman Jew Mini Stadium, Tillo, India, with Lightning Legends beating JP Sports Noida by 6 runs in a nail-biting finish.
Lightning Legends posted 136/10 in 19.1 overs, and JP Sports Noida fell just short at 130/10 in 18.4 overs. With 8 teams, 12 league matches, 2 semi-finals, and a final on 15th March 2026, this tournament is packed with action across just 10 days. Every match matters, and the first game proved exactly that.
The full schedule below covers all matches from the league stage right through to the final on 15th March 2026.
Tillo T20 Cup 2026 Full Match Schedule
Here is a look at every match in the Tillo Cup 2026.
Day by day, so you never miss a single game.
| Match | Date | Teams | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match 1 | Fri, 6 Mar 2026 | Lightning Legends vs JP Sports Noida | 1:00 PM |
| Match 2 | Sat, 7 Mar 2026 | A&S Kolkata vs Nexage Hyderabad | 1:52 PM |
| Match 3 | Sun, 8 Mar 2026 | Lightning Legends vs Nexage Hyderabad | 9:30 AM |
| Match 4 | Sun, 8 Mar 2026 | JP Sports Noida vs A&S Kolkata | 1:30 PM |
| Match 5 | Mon, 9 Mar 2026 | A&S Kolkata vs Lightning Legends | 9:30 AM |
| Match 6 | Mon, 9 Mar 2026 | Nexage Hyderabad vs JP Sports Noida | 1:30 PM |
| Match 7 | Tue, 10 Mar 2026 | VTCA Nagpur vs NCC Odisha | 9:30 AM |
| Match 8 | Tue, 10 Mar 2026 | CAC Delhi vs SPJ Cargo | 1:30 PM |
| Match 9 | Wed, 11 Mar 2026 | SPJ Cargo vs VTCA Nagpur | 9:30 AM |
| Match 10 | Wed, 11 Mar 2026 | CAC Delhi vs NCC Odisha | 1:30 PM |
| Match 11 | Thu, 12 Mar 2026 | VTCA Nagpur vs CAC Delhi | 9:30 AM |
| Match 12 | Thu, 12 Mar 2026 | NCC Odisha vs SPJ Cargo | 1:30 PM |
| 1st Semi-Final | Fri, 13 Mar 2026 | TBC vs TBC | 1:00 PM |
| 2nd Semi-Final | Sat, 14 Mar 2026 | TBC vs TBC | 1:00 PM |
| Final | Sun, 15 Mar 2026 | TBC vs TBC | 12:00 PM |
The league stage wraps up on 12th March 2026, and the top teams from each group move into the knockouts from 13th March onwards.
Teams in Tillo T20 Cup 2026
Eight teams are taking part in the Tillo Cup 2026, split across two groups. Each team plays the others in their group during the league stage, and the top teams advance to the semi-finals. The tournament features teams from across India, including Kolkata, Hyderabad, Noida, Delhi, Nagpur, and Odisha, making it a truly national competition with strong regional representation on every team sheet.
Here is a look at the two groups for the Tillo T20 Cup 2026.
| Group A | Group B |
|---|---|
| Lightning Legends | VTCA Nagpur |
| JP Sports Noida | NCC Odisha |
| A&S Kolkata | CAC Delhi |
| Nexage Hyderabad | SPJ Cargo |
Group A has Lightning Legends starting as early favourites after their strong opening win, while Group B looks wide open with all four teams yet to play their first game as of 7th March 2026.
Venue – Hanuman Jew Mini Stadium, Tillo
All matches of the Tillo Cup 2026 are being played at Hanuman Jew Mini Stadium in Tillo, India. The venue hosted the very first match of the tournament on 6th March 2026 and set the stage for all 15 games, including the final.
The compact nature of the ground creates a high-energy atmosphere, and shorter boundaries mean batters can play their natural game. It is a ground where big scores are possible on any given day.
Format of the Tillo T20 Cup 2026
The Tillo Cup 2026 follows a simple and exciting format that keeps every match important from start to finish. Eight teams are divided into two groups of four, and each team plays three matches in the league stage.
The top teams from each group qualify for the semi-finals, and the two semi-final winners then meet in the final on 15th March 2026 at noon. There is no second chance once the knockouts begin, which makes every group game a must-win situation.
Points System
The points system in the Tillo Cup 2026 is straightforward. A win earns a team 2 points, and a loss gives 0 points. If a match ends in a tie or is abandoned due to rain or other reasons, both teams receive 1 point each.
When two or more teams finish with the same number of points at the end of the league stage, Net Run Rate decides who qualifies. This makes it important for teams to not just win but win well.
Key Matches to Watch
Three matches stand out on the Tillo Cup 2026 schedule as the ones to keep an eye on.
Match 1 already gave us a taste of what is coming. Lightning Legends’ 6-run win over JP Sports Noida on 6th March was a tight, tense game that went deep into the last over.
Match 5 on 9th March between A&S Kolkata and Lightning Legends is a must-watch, as both teams will be fighting for the top spot in Group A. And of course, the Final on 15th March at noon is the one every fan has circled on their calendar from day one.
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Conclusion – One Ground, Eight Teams, One Trophy
The Tillo T20 Cup 2026 is a short, sharp tournament where there is no room for slow starts or off days. Lightning Legends drew first blood with a thrilling win, but seven other teams are ready to fight back.
With the semi-finals and final packed into the last three days, this tournament will only get more intense as it moves forward. Keep track of every result, because anything can happen in T20 cricket.
