All Kerala Hardball Premier League

Season 3 · Format

The tournament at a glance

Twelve franchise teams play 7-over hardball matches over two days at Kattiyadukkam Ground, Kasaragod.

10TeamsFranchise teams

6Overs a sideHardball tournament

₹70,000Total prize moneyAll positions

₹6,999Franchise feePer team

2Icon players1 Kannur / Kasaragod · 1 All Kerala

₹500Player registrationJersey and food included

All Kerala players eligible

Fill in your details, then send them to the organizers on WhatsApp. Your slot is confirmed once the organizers reply and the ₹500 fee is received.

Enter your mobile number and verify it with a WhatsApp OTP.
If you registered for an earlier tournament, your saved details load automatically. Change anything that is different.
Pay the ₹500 registration fee and attach a screenshot of the payment.
The organizers check your payment and approve your registration.
You get an approval message on WhatsApp with the link to join the players' WhatsApp group.

Nothing has been sent yet. Open WhatsApp, check the message, and press send. If you have a recent photo, send it in the same chat.

12 franchise slots at ₹6,999 per team. Call or WhatsApp the organizers to book yours.

Read before you register

These rules apply to every player, team and official. By registering you agree to follow them.

1.1The tournament is open to players from all districts of Kerala.
1.2Players must be 16 years or older on 21 November 2026.
1.3The player registration fee is ₹500 and includes the jersey and food.
1.4Registration is complete only when the organizers confirm it and the fee is received.
1.5Every detail in the form must be true. Wrong information about age, identity or experience can lead to disqualification.
1.6Each player carries a photo ID on both match days and shows it when the organizers ask.
1.7A player can play for one team only in the tournament.

2.1Twelve franchise teams take part. The franchise fee is ₹6,999 per team.
2.2Each team has two icon players: one from Kannur or Kasaragod and one from the All Kerala category.
2.3Registered players join teams through the selection process the organizers announce before the tournament.
2.4The squad size and the number of players on the field are shared with team owners in the team briefing.
2.5Each team names a captain and gives the list of its players to the organizers before its first match. Changes after that need the organizers' approval.

3.1Every match is 7 overs a side, played with a hardball.
3.2A bowler can bowl a maximum of 2 overs in an innings.
3.3A wide or a no-ball adds one run and is re-bowled. The next ball after a no-ball is a free hit.
3.4If a match is tied, a super over decides the result.
3.5Captains report to the match officials 15 minutes before the scheduled start and complete the toss.
3.6A team that is not ready 10 minutes after the scheduled start can be given a walkover.
3.7The league and knockout structure and the fixtures are published before the first match.
3.8If rain or poor light stops play, the umpires and the organizing committee decide how the match continues.

4.1Players wear the official tournament jersey in every match.
4.2Batters must wear a helmet. Wicket-keepers and close fielders are strongly advised to wear protective gear.
4.3The organizers supply match balls. Players bring their own bat, pads, gloves and shoes unless told otherwise.
4.4Hardball cricket carries a risk of injury. Players take part at their own risk. First aid is available at the ground, and the organizers are not responsible for injuries.

5.1Players, team owners and supporters must treat umpires, opponents and organizers with respect. Abuse, threats and violence are not accepted.
5.2Alcohol, tobacco and drugs are not allowed at the ground.
5.3Arguing with an umpire's decision is not allowed. Only the captain may speak to the umpire.
5.4Misconduct can lead to a warning, removal from the match or a ban from the tournament. A player removed for misconduct does not get a refund.
5.5Team owners are responsible for the behaviour of their team's supporters at the ground.

6.1The umpires' decisions on the field are final.
6.2A team captain can raise a protest with the organizing committee right after the match ends. The committee's decision is final.
6.3The organizing committee can change a rule or the schedule to keep the tournament fair and on time. Changes are announced to all team owners.

7.1The total prize money is ₹70,000. The organizers announce how it is shared across positions and any individual awards.
7.2Franchise and registration fees are not refundable once a team or player is confirmed, unless the organizers cancel the tournament.
7.3The organizing committee has the final say on any matter these rules do not cover.