The Celebrity Cricket League (CCL) 2024 has begun with a bang, with eight teams slugging it out in an exciting Twenty20 game. With a strong history of entertainment and competitiveness, CCL has become a much-anticipated event for both fans and celebrities. Let’s look at the event format, team lineups, and point standings.
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Tournament Format and Schedule:
- Teams:
- Bengal Tigers
- Bhojpuri Dabanggs
- Chennai Rhinos
- Karnataka Bulldozers
- Kerala Strikers
- Mumbai Heroes
- Punjab De Sher
- Telugu Warriors
- Format:
- Two groups: Pool A and Pool B
- Each team plays four league matches
- Top four teams progress to the playoffs
- Schedule:
- Started on February 23, ends with the final match on March 17 in Vizag
- Matches held in Sharjah, Hyderabad, Chandigarh, Thiruvananthapuram, and Vizag
- Playoffs:
- Qualifier 1: March 15
- Eliminator: March 16
- Qualifier 2: March 17
- Final: March 17
- Broadcast:
- Live streaming available on JioCinema app
- Matches broadcasted on Sony Sports TEN 5 SD and Sony Sports TEN 5 HD channels
Playoff Structure:
The top four teams from the league stage will progress to the playoffs. The first qualifier will see the top two teams face off, while the third and fourth-placed teams will compete in the eliminator. The winner of the eliminator will then challenge the loser of the first qualifier in the second qualifier for a spot in the final showdown.
Current Standings – CCL 2024 Points Table:
| Position | Team | Matches | Won | Lost | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chennai Rhinos | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +2.050 |
| 2 | Karnataka Bulldozers | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +1.900 |
| 3 | Bengal Tigers | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +1.650 |
| 4 | Telugu Warriors | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +0.400 |
| 5 | Mumbai Heroes | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -0.750 |
| 6 | Bhojpuri Dabanggs | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -0.400 |
| 7 | Kerala Strikers | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | -1.050 |
| 8 | Punjab De Sher | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -2.050 |
Celebrity Line-up and Exciting Matches Ahead:
CCL has a star-studded lineup, with superstars such as Ritesh Deshmukh, Suniel Shetty, Sudeep Kiccha, Arya, and many others demonstrating their cricketing abilities on the pitch. The matches will be contested in two innings of 10 overs each, with locations including Sharjah, Hyderabad, Chandigarh, Trivandrum, and Vizag.
Conclusion:
As the CCL continues to captivate audiences with its blend of entertainment and sportsmanship, fans can expect intense matches, stellar performances from their favourite stars, and an exciting journey to crown the CCL champions for the prestigious title in this edition of Celebrity Cricket League. Stay tuned for more exciting cricketing moments!
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