NCL GT20 Canada

North America's Premier
T20 Cricket League

The fastest-growing cricket competition in the western hemisphere — bringing franchise cricket to 25 million cricket fans across North America.

Season 3 Highlights

The Numbers Speak

180M+ Total Viewers

Season 3 global audience across broadcast, streaming and digital platforms

133 Countries Broadcast

International broadcast reach spanning every continent where cricket is played

25M+ N. American Cricket Fans

A rapidly growing diaspora audience hungry for high-quality franchise cricket

6 Official Franchises

Six city-based teams representing the major cricket markets of Canada

24 Matches Per Season

Full round-robin format ensuring maximum entertainment and competitive cricket

10 Yrs Franchise Agreement

Long-term stability for franchise owners, sponsors, and cricket fans alike

About the Competition

What Is NCL GT20?

The NCL GT20 (Global T20) Canada is a franchise-based Twenty20 cricket tournament held in Canada. The competition brings together internationally recognized players alongside emerging Canadian cricket talent, creating a world-class spectacle for cricket fans in the region.

NCL GT20 is sanctioned by Cricket Canada and played under the full rules of the International Cricket Council (ICC), ensuring the highest standards of play, officiating, and governance.

The league operates on a franchise model — each team is privately owned and represents a specific city market. This creates long-term stability and genuine local connection for fans, players and sponsors alike.

T20 Format

Fast-paced Twenty20 cricket — designed for entertainment, perfect for TV and live attendance.

International Stars

Global cricket talent alongside rising Canadian players — top-tier competitive cricket.

Global Broadcast

Live coverage across 133 countries via major sports broadcast networks and digital streaming platforms.

Franchise Model

10-year franchise agreements with dedicated city-based franchises. Built for long-term success.

Season 1 Lineup

Six Franchises. One Dream.

Each franchise represents a major Canadian city market — together forming the most exciting cricket competition in North American history.

Home Franchise
Mississauga Skyhawks

Mississauga Skyhawks

Mississauga · Peel Region, Ontario

Named after the aviation spirit of Canada's busiest international airport — Pearson. Fast, precise, global.

T

Toronto Titans

Toronto, Ontario

Canada's biggest city represented by the mightiest name in the league.

B

Brampton Blazers

Brampton, Ontario

One of the GTA's fastest-growing cricket communities bringing fire to the league.

M

Montreal Tigers

Montreal, Quebec

Representing the vibrant cricket community of Quebec's most cosmopolitan city.

S

Surrey Fraser

Surrey, British Columbia

BC's cricket powerhouse — drawing from one of Canada's most cricket-passionate communities.

V

Vancouver Guardians

Vancouver, British Columbia

Canada's west coast franchise — protecting the left coast of the NCL GT20 map.

The Opportunity

Why Cricket. Why Now.

01

Diaspora Demand

Over 25 million cricket fans live in North America — the majority from cricket-playing nations including India, Pakistan, the West Indies, Sri Lanka, and South Africa. This audience actively seeks authentic cricket content.

02

Global TV Rights

NCL GT20 broadcasts to 133 countries, meaning every Skyhawks match reaches a global audience. Players, sponsors, and franchise owners benefit from genuine international exposure.

03

Growing Sport

Cricket is the world's second-most watched sport with 2.5 billion fans globally. The North American market is at an inflection point — the timing to establish a leading franchise has never been better.

04

ICC World Events

North America co-hosted the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in 2024. The USA and Canada are emerging cricket markets with infrastructure, investment, and audience interest rapidly accelerating.

Ready to Be Part of It?

The Mississauga Skyhawks are at the heart of the NCL GT20 story. Get involved — as a player, a fan, or a partner.

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