The much-awaited second edition of the Asian Legends League (ALL) is all set to enthral cricket fans across the globe, with the tournament to be held in Lusaka, Zambia, from July 30 to August 10, 2026. Following the tremendous response to its inaugural edition, the league returns on a much bigger stage with six competitive teams, legendary former internationals, and an exciting T20 format.
The tournament features six country-based franchises representing some of Asia’s biggest cricketing nations: Indian Royals, Sri Lankan Lions, Bangladesh Tigers, Afghanistan Pathans, Pakistan Panthers, and Rest of Asian Stars.
Why Zambia?
League Commissioner Chetan Sharma said this season marks a significant milestone. Due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and logistical challenges, the tournament is being held in Zambia — for the first and only time outside Asia. From next season onwards, the league intends to return to Asia.
Team Captains
- Yusuf Pathan — Indian Royals
- Thisara Perera — Sri Lankan Lions
- Shakib Al Hasan — Bangladesh Tigers
- Asghar Afghan — Afghanistan Pathans
- Mohammad Hafeez — Pakistan Panthers
- Tillakaratne Dilshan — Rest of Asian Stars
Star Line-up
Additional marquee names include Ambati Rayudu, Naman Ojha, Rishi Dhawan, Upul Tharanga, Isuru Udana, Danushka Gunathilaka, Dilshan Munaweera, Asela Gunaratne, Imran Nazir, Saeed Ajmal, Umar Akmal, Yasir Shah, Mohammad Irfan, Alok Kapali and Malinda Siriwardana, with more names to be announced.