Madhya Pradesh Premier League (India) 2026/27

The Madhya Pradesh Premier League, officially the MPL T20 Scindia Cup, operates as a professional franchise-based Twenty20 cricket tournament within the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. It distinguishes itself from the traditional board structure by utilising a closed franchise model akin to the Indian Premier League rather than featuring state or district teams. The competition is organized by the Gwalior Division Cricket Association under the authority of the Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association.

Founded in 2024 with an inaugural season held in June at the MPCA International Cricket Stadium in Gwalior, the tournament was initiated by Mahanaryaman Scindia, who serves as the league's founder and chairperson. The naming convention honours the Scindia family. The field of competition has grown significantly since its inception; the league expanded from five teams in its first season to ten teams by the 2026 season. Current participating franchises include the Bhopal Leopards, Bundelkhand Bulls, Chambal Ghariyals, Gwalior Cheetahs, Indore Pink Panthers, and Jabalpur Royal Lions.

Matches follow a T20 format, structured around a round-robin group stage followed by playoff semi-finals and a final. There is no promotion or relegation system, with teams participating as invited franchises. The tournament has recognised key commercial partnerships, including the Adani Group in 2025 and the Aditya Birla Group in 2026. Recent winners include the Jabalpur Royal Lions for 2024, the Bhopal Leopards for 2025, and the Chambal Ghariyals for 2026. In the 2026 final, the Chambal Ghariyals defeated the Royal Nimar Eagles by 31 runs while maintaining an unbeaten campaign throughout the season.

The league functions as a platform for domestic cricketers and emerging talent, often incorporating players with previous experience in the Indian Premier League. Officials from the Board of Control for Cricket in India have recognised the tournament's role in providing visibility for players seeking pathways to national and international leagues. The competition maintains an official online presence at mpleaguet20.com.