The tournament will be held from 23 July to 1 August 2026 at the Guyana National Stadium, bringing together top franchise teams from across the globe in a showcase of elite T20 cricket.

The Qalandars’ return to the GSL comes after their involvement in the tournament’s inaugural edition, highlighting the franchise’s growing global presence and the rising significance of international franchise competitions in modern cricket.

Regarded as one of the most popular and commercially successful teams in franchise cricket, Lahore Qalandars have built a strong identity centred on performance and fan engagement.

Their sustained success off the field has also been reflected in their market value, with an independent valuation by EY MENA (Ernst & Young) naming them the most valuable franchise in the Pakistan Super League. Their inclusion is expected to enhance the profile and global appeal of this year’s ExxonMobil Global Super League.

Sameen Rana, Team Owner of Lahore Qalandars, said:

“We are delighted to return to the ExxonMobil Global Super League. The inaugural edition was a fantastic platform for high-quality cricket and meaningful global engagement, and we are proud to once again represent Pakistan on this stage. Lahore Qalandars has always stood for pushing boundaries and this tournament allows us to showcase our talent, our culture, and our ambition to a global audience. I am particularly excited to bring our exciting Player Development Program talent to the GSL this year. ”

Clive Lloyd, Chairman of the Global Super League, said:

“We are thrilled to welcome Lahore Qalandars back to the Global Super League. They are one of the most dynamic and successful T20 franchises in world cricket, with a passionate fan base and a proven track record of excellence. Their participation significantly enhances the quality and profile of the tournament, and we look forward to seeing them compete at the highest level once again.”

With top-tier talent expected to feature from across cricketing nations, the ExxonMobil GSL continues to establish itself as a premier global franchise competition.

Lahore Qalandars squad for the tournament will be announced in due course.

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