National Cricket League announces 2025 season with global stars, elite coaches, and community events at UT Dallas
Dallas, Texas — The National Cricket League (NCL) has officially announced its 2025 season, a 10-day showcase from October 3–13 at the University of Texas at Dallas. The season will feature six franchises, legendary international players, elite coaches, and America’s rising cricket talent — all designed to accelerate the sport’s growth ahead of the LA28 Olympic Games.
Tickets are on sale now at NCLCricket.com. The tournament kicks off a day early with the NCL Gala honoring Chetna on October 2, bringing together players, coaches, partners, and community leaders.
Sachin, Lara, Muralitharan headline opening ceremony
Cricket icons Sachin Tendulkar, Brian Lara, and Muttiah Muralitharan will headline the NCL opening ceremony — an unprecedented moment for U.S. cricket. The event will stream globally, with U.S. broadcast coverage on WFAA / ABC, delivering the tournament to a potential audience of 2.5 billion cricket fans worldwide.
Meet the 2025 NCL Head Coaches
- Venkatesh Prasad – Houston Generals: Former India pacer and national coach, known for seam-bowling systems and clarity under pressure.
- JP Duminy – Chicago CC: South Africa legend with a modern T20 mindset and strong reputation for developing finishers.
- Peter Moores – Dallas Lonestars: Ex-England head coach and county cricket strategist, focused on winning cultures and data-driven plans.
- Paul Nixon – LA Waves: England white-ball veteran and fearless coach prioritizing explosive batting and aggressive mindset.
- Trevor Penney – New York Lions: Globally respected fielding specialist with deep franchise and international experience.
- Arunkumar Jagadeesh – Atlanta Kings: Former Karnataka batter and U.S. cricket development leader, building disciplined, homegrown squads.
“This coaching roster is stacked,” said NCL CEO Rajan Singh. “They’ll deliver fast, fearless cricket night after night — just what America’s fans are ready for.”
International stars, U.S. talent to share the stage
The 2025 NCL player roster includes global stars like Andre Russell, Colin Munro, Kyle Mayers, Sam Billings, Wahab Riaz, George Munsey, Wayne Parnell, Kedar Yadav, Tom Abell, Brandon McMullen, and Aaron Johnson — alongside emerging U.S. players with a point to prove.
Each game will feature unique experiences: fan zones, giveaways, family deals, and nightly theme celebrations that turn matches into full-scale community events.
Celebrating the community: Theme nights schedule
- Community First / National Night Out – Honoring local heroes and first responders
- Domestic Violence Awareness Night – Spotlighting survivors and support organizations
- Student Night – Recognizing high school and college cricket fans
- Veterans Night – Paying tribute to service members
- Healthcare & Heroes Night – Honoring essential workers and emergency services
- Sustainability Night – Featuring NCL’s net-zero carbon pledge by 2030
- Alumni Night – Celebrating UT Dallas alumni and campus legacy
What to expect: Format, learning, and entertainment
- Sixty Strikes Format: Fast-paced cricket designed for modern audiences
- Learn the Game: Clinics and demos for first-time fans
- Gala Night: NCL Gala on October 2 featuring cricket legends and partners
Media and Interviews
Media kits, coach headshots, team logos, and artwork are available upon request. Interviews with Rajan Singh, coaches, and players can be scheduled through the NCL press office.
For tickets and updates, visit NCLCricket.com.
