A new annual Twenty20 cricket franchise tournament, called the European T20 Premier League (ETPL), is set to launch later this year, after being sanctioned by the International Cricket Council (ICC).

Europe’s new T20 cricket league, backed by Bollywood star Abhishek Bachchan, is on hold until 2026 as investors turn their attention to The Hundred. Author: Susie Kahn. Jun 5, 2025 1:13 PM EDT.

And on a chilly and grey May morning, at 9.45 on the dot, Spencer, my team from south-west London, and Tunbridge Wells CCs walked out to play the first ever European Cricket League match in England.

Plans to hold a European T20 franchise tournament this summer are to be shelved until 2026 because three potential owners are instead focusing on completing deals to buy team stakes in The Hundred.

With the development of the European Cricket League (ECL) ... it’s no surprise that cricket is quickly gaining ground in this continent. Overall, cricket is becoming more and more popular in Europe.

Abhishek Bachchan Invests in European T20 Premier League, Boosting Cricket’s Global Appeal. Speaking about his association with the ETPL, Abhishek Bachchan shared his enthusiasm for the project.

Stormont cricket ground is set to benefit after a unanimous vote of the Cricket Ireland board determined that £1million of funding will be invested in the facilities with the view to hosting T20 World ...

Speaking about his investment in the European T20 Premier League, Abhishek Bachchan said, "Cricket is not just a sport; it's a unifying force that transcends boundaries.

The much-anticipated European T20 Premier League (ETPL) has been postponed until 2026, as attention turns to more lucrative opportunities in England’s The Hundred. The ETPL was shaping up to be ...