Global Super League

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Global Super League
Global Super League logo.jpg
Administrator Cricket West Indies
Format Twenty20
First edition 2024
Latest edition 2024
Next edition 2025
Tournament format Round robin tournament and final
Number of teams5
HostFlag of Guyana.svg  Guyana
Current champion Flag of Bangladesh.svg Rangpur Riders (1st title)
Most successful Flag of Bangladesh.svg Rangpur Riders (1 title)
Most runs Soumya Sarker
Most wicketsCallum Stow
Website Global Super League
Cricket current event.svg 2024 Global Super League

The Global Super League (GSL), officially known as the ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League for sponsorship reasons, [1] is a professional T20 cricket competition played between top level cricket clubs from major cricketing countries across the world.

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The tournament was organised by Cricket West Indies (CWI) and is chaired by cricket legend Sir Clive Lloyd. The inaugural season of the league is planned to begin in November 2024 in Guyana. [2]

The tournament aims to promote T20 cricket across the Caribbean region and provide a platform for international and local talent to compete in a high-profile domestic competition. [3] Five teams from different parts of the world will compete for $1,000,000. [4] [5]

History

The Global Super League (GSL), is set to take place in Guyana from November 26 to December 7, 2024. The league will feature teams from five different countries and is sanctioned by Cricket West Indies (CWI), with full support from the government of Guyana, a key stakeholder in the event. The GSL boasts a prize pool of $1 million and is poised to be South America's first standalone cricket event.

Among the teams participating, the Guyana Amazon Warriors, the 2023 Caribbean Premier League (CPL) champions, will represent the host nation. The tournament will also include established T20 teams such as Hampshire Hawks, three-time champions of England's T20 Blast, along with Rangpur Riders from BPL and Cricket Victoria from Australia.

The GSL will consist of 11 matches, with each team playing four matches in the group stage. The top two teams will then advance to the final. All games will be held at the Guyana National Stadium in Providence. According to a media release, the event is intended to be an annual competition, inviting different teams from around the world each season.

Clive Lloyd, chairman of the Global Super League, expressed enthusiasm for the event, stating, "The passion for cricket in Guyana rivals that of fans anywhere, and we look forward to celebrating our love of the game and our rich and vibrant country."

Mohammed Irfaan Ali, President of Guyana, emphasized the government's commitment, noting, "The Global Super League has the full support of the Government of Guyana as we build a world-class sports tourism product. Cricket is part of our cultural history and an integral part of our strategic objective in economic diversification."

The tournament will kick off with a match between the Guyana Amazon Warriors and Lahore Qalandars from the Pakistan Super League. However, the event may face challenges due to overlapping schedules. The West Indies will be playing two Tests against Bangladesh during the tournament, which could affect the availability of key players for the Warriors. Similarly, players from Rangpur Riders and Lahore Qalandars may also have international commitments during this period.

Additionally, the GSL will coincide with the Abu Dhabi T10 and Nepal Premier League, which are running from November 21 to December 2 and November 30 to December 21, further complicating player availability.

Overall, the Global Super League aims to position Guyana as a global sporting destination and to revitalize international club competition in cricket.

2024 Season

The inaugural season of the GSL is scheduled to take place from November 26 to December 7, 2024, in Guyana. The tournament will feature five teams from different countries, including the Guyana Amazon Warriors, winners of the 2023 CPL, as well as established T20 teams like Hampshire Hawks and Rangpur Riders. The league will consist of 11 matches, culminating in a final between the top two teams.

The GSL marks South America's first standalone cricket event and boasts a prize pool of $1 million. The tournament has received full support from the Government of Guyana, reflecting the nation's ambition to become a global sporting destination. It is intended to be an annual event, with different teams invited to participate each season.

As the GSL prepares for its inaugural season, it aims to enhance international club competition in cricket and celebrate the rich cricketing culture of Guyana. The league aspires to attract fans and players from around the globe, positioning itself as a significant addition to the cricketing calendar.

The final was held on December 6, 2024, at Providence Stadium, Guyana, between Rangpur Riders and Cricket Victoria. After concerns over player availability, Rangpur secured a dominant 56-run victory. They posted 178/3, with Soumya Sarkar (86) and Steven Taylor (68) leading the charge. In response, Cricket Victoria were bowled out for 122 runs in 18.1 overs. This marked Rangpur Riders first major title in the GSL. The final was celebrated as a milestone for South American cricket, and the tournament's success paved the way for future editions and increased global involvement.

Format

The tournament will have 11 matches, and is divided into two stages: league and final. Each team plays the other in a single round-robin. [6]

The total prize money for the competition is US$1 million. [7]

Teams

The following teams took part in the inauguaral edition of the tournament. [8] [9]

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Teams participating in the 2024 Global Super League
TeamDomestic tournament
Flag of Guyana.svg Guyana Amazon Warriors Caribbean Premier League
Flag of England.svg Hampshire Hawks Vitality Blast
Flag of Pakistan.svg Lahore Qalandars Pakistan Super League
Flag of Bangladesh.svg Rangpur Riders Bangladesh Premier League
Flag of Australia (converted).svg Cricket Victoria Sheffield Shield

Seasons

SeasonFinalLeading runs scorerLeading wicket takerPlayer of the series
VenueWinnersResultRunners-up
2024 Providence Stadium, Georgetown, Guyana Rangpur Riders Rangpur Riders won by 56 runs
Scorecard 		Cricket Victoria Soumya Sarkar (Rangpur Riders) (188)Callum Stow (Cricket Victoria) (9) Soumya Sarkar (Rangpur Riders)

Teams' performances

Seasons

Teams
 2024
Flag of Guyana.svg Guyana Amazon Warriors 3rd
Flag of England.svg Hampshire Hawks 5th
Flag of Pakistan.svg Lahore Qalandars 4th
Flag of Bangladesh.svg Rangpur Riders 2nd
Flag of Australia (converted).svg Cricket Victoria 1st

Position of teams in GSL

Year1st2nd3rd4th5th
2024 Cricket Victoria (R) Rangpur Riders (C) Guyana Amazon Warriors Lahore Qalandars Hampshire Hawks
(C) = Eventual champion; (R) = Runners-up.

Broadcasting

CountriesWhere to watch
Australia Fox Sports
Bangladesh T Sports
Canada & the United States Willow TV
Caribbean Rush
Guyana NCN (Channel 11), TVG (Channel 28), E-Networks
India Sony Sports Network, FanCode
Nepal Styx Sports
New Zealand Sky Sports NZ
Pakistan A Sports, Tapmad
United Kingdom TNT Sports

Matches can also be streamed on the GSL T20 Facebook and YouTube channel.

Records and statistics

Batting Records
Most runs Soumya Sarkar 188
Highest score Soumya Sarkar 86
Highest partnership
Most sixes Soumya Sarkar 9
Most fours
Most centuries
Most half centuries
Most runs in a season
Bowling Records
Most wickets
Best bowling average
Most hat-tricks
Best bowling figures
Most wickets in a season
Fielding
Most dismissals (wicket-keeper)
Most catches (wicket-keeper)
Most stumpings (wicket-keeper)
Most catches (fielder)
Other records
Most matches
Most matches as captain
Most matches won as captain
Team records
Highest total
Lowest total

Venue

All matches will be held at the Providence Stadium. [10]

Providence
Capacity: 20,000
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