Australia’s Northern Territory is all set to host the Top End T20 Series 2026. The T20 tournament will feature teams from across the world. And it will take place in late August 2026.
So here’s all you need to know about the Top End T20 Series 2026.
But what’s so different about the Top End T20 Series?
So the tournament pits Australian state teams, BBL franchises, high-performance squads and national teams against each other. Think of it as the now-defunct Champions League T20.
The tournament brings international and national talent to the Northern Territory during the Australian winter season.
It’s more like helping teams develop and work on their upcoming players. And it also acts as a pre-season prep for the local Australian teams.
So when does the Top End T20 Series 2026 begin?
The Top End T20 Series 2026 starts on August 21. Hobart Hurricanes Academy takes on Cricket Victoria in the tournament opener at 10:00 AM local time (6:00 AM IST).
The opening day features two more games, with ACT Comets squaring off against HH Kingsmen Academy and hosts NT Strike facing Nepal.
Which teams are participating in the Top End T20 Series 2026?
A total of nine teams will participate in the T20 tournament. Apart from the six teams mentioned above, Adelaide Strikers Academy, Bangladesh High Performance and New Zealand A complete the roster.
Here are the teams participating in the Top End T20 Series 2026:
- Nepal
- Bangladesh High Performance
- New Zealand A
- HH Kingsmen Academy
- ACT Comets
- Cricket Victoria
- Adelaide Strikers Academy
- Hobart Hurricanes Academy
- NT Strike
What’s the format of the Top End T20 Series 2026?
The tournament follows a league stage, followed by the semi-finals and the final.
In the league stage, each team will play six matches. Once the first round ends, the top four teams will qualify for the semi-finals.
The table toppers will take on the fourth-placed side in one semi-final. The other semi-final will see the Nos. 2 and 3 teams lock horns for one final spot.
How many matches will take place?
A total of 30 matches will take place in the tournament. 27 of those matches are part of the league stage.
Which venues will host the Top End T20 Series 2026?
Five venues across Darwin will host the tournament.
Here are the venues:
- Gardens Oval, Darwin
- Gerry Wood Oval, Freds Pass
- Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin (DXC Arena)
- Marrara Cricket Ground No 2, Darwin (DXC Arena 2)
- Marrara Oval, Darwin (TIO Stadium)
Ongoing & Upcoming Series Schedule:
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England’s ODI Schedule Till 2027 Cricket World Cup
What’s the complete schedule for the Top End T20 Series 2026?
So the 10-day tournament runs from August 21 to 30. Three matches will take place on each day.
The two semi-finals and the final will take place on the same day, August 30. Gerry Wood Oval will host the first semi-final, while the Marrara Cricket Ground will stage the second semi-final and the grand final.
Top End T20 Series 2026 Schedule
| Date | Fixture | Venue | Time (Local/IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | Cricket Victoria vs Hobart Hurricanes Academy | Marrara Oval | 10:00 AM/6:00 AM |
| 21 Aug | ACT Comets vs HH Kingsmen Academy | Marrara Oval | 3:00 PM/11:00 AM |
| 21 Aug | NT Strike vs Nepal | Marrara Cricket Ground | 8:00 PM/2:00 PM |
| 22 Aug | New Zealand A vs Adelaide Strikers Academy | Marrara Oval | 10:00 AM/6:00 AM |
| 22 Aug | Cricket Victoria vs HH Kingsmen Academy | Marrara Cricket Ground | 3:00 PM/11:00 AM |
| 22 Aug | Nepal vs Bangladesh HP | Marrara Oval | 8:00 PM/2:00 PM |
| 23 Aug | New Zealand A vs ACT Comets | Marrara Oval | 10:00 AM/6:00 AM |
| 23 Aug | NT Strike vs Adelaide Strikers Academy | Gerry Wood | 1:00 PM/9:00 AM |
| 23 Aug | Hobart Hurricanes Academy vs Bangladesh HP | Marrara Oval | 5:00 PM/1:00 PM |
| 24 Aug | NT Strike vs HH Kingsmen Academy | Marrara Cricket Ground | 10:00 AM/6:00 AM |
| 24 Aug | Cricket Victoria vs Bangladesh HP | Marrara Cricket Ground No. 2 | 2:30 PM/10:30 AM |
| 24 Aug | Nepal vs Hobart Hurricanes Academy | Marrara Cricket Ground | 7:00 PM/3:00 PM |
| 25 Aug | NT Strike vs ACT Comets | Marrara Cricket Ground No. 2 | 10:00 AM/6:00 AM |
| 25 Aug | New Zealand A vs HH Kingsmen Academy | Marrara Cricket Ground No. 2 | 2:30 PM/10:30 AM |
| 25 Aug | Adelaide Strikers Academy vs Bangladesh HP | Marrara Cricket Ground | 7:00 PM/3:00 PM |
| 26 Aug | New Zealand A vs Cricket Victoria | Marrara Cricket Ground | 10:00 AM/6:00 AM |
| 26 Aug | Hobart Hurricanes Academy vs Adelaide Strikers Academy | Marrara Cricket Ground No. 2 | 2:30 PM/10:30 AM |
| 26 Aug | Nepal vs ACT Comets | Marrara Cricket Ground | 7:00 PM/3:00 PM |
| 27 Aug | NT Strike vs Cricket Victoria | Marrara Cricket Ground | 10:00 AM/6:00 AM |
| 27 Aug | Nepal vs HH Kingsmen Academy | Gardens Oval | 1:00 PM/9:00 AM |
| 27 Aug | New Zealand A vs Bangladesh HP | Marrara Cricket Ground | 5:00 PM/1:00 PM |
| 28 Aug | Hobart Hurricanes Academy vs ACT Comets | Marrara Cricket Ground | 10:00 AM/6:00 AM |
| 28 Aug | HH Kingsmen Academy vs Adelaide Strikers Academy | Gardens Oval | 1:00 PM/9:00 AM |
| 28 Aug | NT Strike vs Bangladesh HP | Marrara Cricket Ground | 5:00 PM/1:00 PM |
| 29 Aug | New Zealand A vs Hobart Hurricanes Academy | Marrara Cricket Ground | 10:00 AM/6:00 AM |
| 29 Aug | ACT Comets vs Adelaide Strikers Academy | Gardens Oval | 1:00 PM/9:00 AM |
| 29 Aug | Nepal vs Cricket Victoria | Marrara Cricket Ground | 5:00 PM/1:00 PM |
| 30 Aug | Semi-Final 1 | Gardens Oval | 10:00 AM/6:00 AM |
| 30 Aug | Semi-Final 2 | Marrara Cricket Ground | 10:30 AM/6:30 AM |
| 30 Aug | Final | Marrara Cricket Ground | 4:00 PM/12:00 PM |
What are the squads?
Squads will be announced later.
Where to watch the Top End T20 Series 2026?
Australian viewers can watch the Top End T20 Series 2026 on Channel 7 Plus. In India, FanCode will live stream the entire tournament.
T Sports will telecast the matches in Bangladesh, while DGo will do so in Nepal. Willow Sports will bring the action to North American viewers.
Styx Sports will stream the games in Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, the United Kingdom and MENA (Middle East and North Africa) countries.
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