The Entertainers Cricket League (ECL) is back with its much-anticipated second edition. After a highly successful inaugural season in 2024, ECL 2025 promises to be bigger and better, bringing together top influencers, gully cricket stars, and entertainment enthusiasts. Here’s everything you need to know about ECL Cricket 2025, including its schedule, start date, time table, teams, captains, venues, and more.
ECL 2025 Overview
- Founded by: Anil Kumar, Himanshu Chandni, Puneet Singh, Ajay Assudani
- Start Date: February 2025 (exact date to be announced soon)
- Number of Teams: 8
- Total Matches: 60
- Venue: Multiple cities (details to be revealed)
ECL 2025 Teams and Captains
ECL 2025 sees the addition of three new teams, making it a total of eight teams this season. Below is the list of teams and their respective captains:
| Team Name | Captain |
|---|---|
| Haryanvi Hunters | Elvish Yadav |
| Lucknow Lions | Anurag Dwivedi |
| Mumbai Disruptors | Munawar Faruqui |
| Dynamic Delhi | Gaurav Taneja |
| Bangalore Bashers | Abhishek Malhan |
| Kolkata Superstars | Pushkar Raj Thakur |
| Chennai Smashers | Mahesh Nain |
| Rajasthan Rangers | Zayn Saifi |
Auction Highlights
The ECL 2025 player auction was held on January 13, 2025, and it witnessed some record-breaking bids. Each team was allowed a maximum budget of ₹10 crore and could select up to 20 players. Below are the top six most expensive players:
| Player Name | Team | Price (Rs. in Lakhs) |
| Bobby Yadav | Lucknow Lions | 280 |
| Zala Vanrajsinh | Bangalore Bashers | 260 |
| Vishal Choudhary | Haryanvi Hunters | 250 |
| Gulshan Nain | Chennai Smashers | 200 |
| Bhupendra Sharma | Rajasthan Rangers | 190 |
| Mohd Irfan | Dynamic Delhi | 190 |
New Teams in ECL 2025
- Kolkata Superstars
- Chennai Smashers
- Rajasthan Rangers
These teams will join the five teams from Season 1, ensuring more matches and greater excitement for fans.
Full Squads
1. Haryanvi Hunters: Elvish Yadav, Rohit Lamba, Vishal Choudhary, Rubal Dhankar, and more.
2. Lucknow Lions: Anurag Dwivedi, Bobby Yadav, Shivam Singh Rajput, Alpha Singh, and more.
3. Mumbai Disruptors: Munawar Faruqui, Saurabh Ghadge, Aditya Bhadoria, Awez Darbar, and more.
4. Dynamic Delhi: Gaurav Taneja, Nitin Chandila, Mohd Irfan, Rahul Jakhad, and more.
5. Bangalore Bashers: Abhishek Malhan, Zala Vanrajsinh, Mayur Mehta, Kashish Pundir, and more.
6. Chennai Smashers: Mahesh Nain, Gulshan Nain, Taran Singh, Lakshay Kaushik, and more.
7. Kolkata Superstars: Pushkar Raj Thakur, Adnan Sheikh, Bobby Chourasiya, Rahul Garg, and more.
8. Rajasthan Rangers: Zayn Saifi, Bhupendra Sharma, Mehtab Saifi, Aman Bhadouria, and more.
Like to know? ECL 2025 Complete Squads and Players List
Tournament Format
- Each team will play 14 matches in a round-robin format.
- The top four teams will qualify for the playoffs.
- The final match will determine the season champion.
ECL 2025 Schedule and Start Date
While the exact start date has not been announced, ECL 2025 is confirmed to begin in February 2025. The matches are expected to commence in the second or third week of the month, aligning perfectly with the pre-IPL excitement.
Venues
The tournament will take place across multiple cities, with venues to be revealed soon. Stay tuned for updates on match locations.
Where to Watch
Fans can enjoy ECL 2025 matches live on Youtube, TV and mobile devices. The broadcasting channels and streaming platforms will be announced closer to the tournament start date.
Why ECL 2025 is Special
ECL brings together the worlds of cricket and entertainment like no other league. With popular influencers, talented gully cricket players, and thrilling matches, it offers an experience unlike any other.
ECL 2025 is shaping up to be a spectacular event with exciting matches, top players, and high-energy entertainment. Whether you’re a cricket fan or love following your favorite influencers, this tournament has something for everyone. Stay connected for the latest updates and get ready for a February full of cricketing fun!
