Mumbai: FanCode has secured the digital streaming rights for the sixth edition of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) in India, strengthening its cricket content portfolio as the Sri Lankan franchise T20 tournament looks to expand its digital footprint across the Indian market.
The tournament, scheduled to be held from July 17 to August 8, 2026, will be streamed live on FanCode, giving Indian cricket fans access to all matches featuring a mix of Sri Lankan and international stars.
Organised by Sri Lanka Cricket, with commercial and event rights held by Innovative Production Group FZ, LLC (IPG), the Lanka Premier League has emerged as one of South Asia’s prominent franchise T20 competitions. According to the league, audience consumption grew by 65% over the previous season, prompting a greater focus on expanding digital reach and fan engagement in India through the latest partnership.
Commenting on the development, Anil Mohan Sankhdhar, Founder and CEO of IPG Group and official rights holder of the Lanka Premier League, said, “The Indian subcontinent is home to some of the most passionate cricket fans in the world, and expanding our digital footprint here is a major priority for the Lanka Premier League. By joining forces with FanCode, we are guaranteeing a premium, accessible, and highly interactive viewing experience. Their digital-first platform perfectly aligns with our vision to bring millions of fans seamlessly closer to the high-octane T20 action and elite international talent that defines our sixth season.”
Prasana Krishnan, Co-founder, FanCode, added, “We are delighted to continue our partnership with Lanka Premier League. It has emerged as a highly competitive tournament on the global cricket calendar and further strengthens FanCode’s cricket portfolio. With a mix of Sri Lankan stars and international marquee players, LPL 2026 is set to capture the imagination of Indian cricket fans and we are delighted to bring them all the action LIVE on FanCode.”
The 2026 edition of the league will feature 62 Sri Lankan cricketers and 32 international players representing five franchises—Colombo Kaps, Dambulla Sixers, Galle Gallants, Kandy Royals and defending champions SC Jaffna Kings.
Indian all-rounder Vijay Shankar is set to make his Lanka Premier League debut for the Kandy Royals, while the tournament will also feature international players including Moeen Ali, Jimmy Neesham, Shakib Al Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Wanindu Hasaranga and Angelo Mathews.
The five-team competition will follow a double round-robin format before culminating in the playoffs. With player registrations from 21 countries and enhanced digital distribution in India through FanCode, the league is aiming to further strengthen its commercial growth and international audience reach.
