Tournament
TOURNAMENT
FORMAT
SPL Under-19 Cricket Tournament Structure — District to Ekana
Tournament Phases
01
Week 1–2
District Level
All registered teams compete within their respective districts.
- Round-robin format within districts
- Top 2 teams from each district qualify
- Matches conducted at local grounds
02
Week 3
Zonal Championships
District winners compete in zonal championships.
- 4 zones: East, West, North, South UP
- Knockout format
- Zone winners advance to state level
03
Week 4
State Semi-Finals
Final phase with semi-finals and grand finale.
- Semi-finals: 4 zone winners
- Grand Final at Ekana Cricket Stadium
- Live streaming and media coverage
04
Final
Ekana Grand Final
The ultimate showdown at Lucknow's premier cricket venue.
- ₹11,00,000 winner prize
- 50% scholarship for all participants
- State-level media coverage
Match Rules
20 Overs per side
Format
First 6 overs
Powerplay
4 overs
Max overs/bowler
DLS Method
Rain rule
Max 15 players
Team size
Leather ball only
Ball
Equipment & Dress Code
- Standard cricket whites or colored clothing
- Protective gear mandatory (helmet, pads, gloves)
- Only leather balls will be used
- Bat specifications as per ICC guidelines
Important Notes
- DLS method for rain-affected matches
- No ball and wide ball penalties as per ICC rules
- Umpire decisions are final
- Players must carry original documents
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Grand Final at Ekana Stadium
Lucknow's premier cricket venue. The biggest U19 final in Uttar Pradesh.
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