Guwahati is set to witness a major corporate sporting event this summer as the Assam Cricket Association (ACA) announced that it will organise the ACA Corporate Cricket Tournament 2026 in March, aimed at promoting competitive cricket and strengthening engagement among corporate and institutional organisations across Assam.
The tournament is expected to draw strong participation from Guwahati-based corporate houses, government departments and institutions, reinforcing the city’s role as the hub of organised cricket activity in the state.
The Assam Cricket Association will host the ACA Corporate Cricket Tournament 2026 in March, with Guwahati-based corporate houses, PSUs and institutions invited to participate. The tournament offers prize money of ₹7 lakh for winners and ₹3 lakh for runners-up, with registrations closing on February 15.
Who Can Participate
The tournament will be open to a wide range of organisations, including:
- Corporate houses
- Government and semi-government departments
- Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs)
- Private institutions and offices
- Other employment-based organisations
ACA officials said eligibility criteria will apply to ensure fair competition, with detailed guidelines available on the association’s official website.
Given Guwahati’s concentration of corporate offices and institutions, organisers expect strong local participation from the city.
Registration Details
Interested organisations have been asked to confirm participation by February 15, 2026, by 5 pm.
Registrations can be submitted by emailing:
acacricketoperations@gmail.com
Each participating team will be required to pay a registration fee of ₹25,000, payable in favour of the Assam Cricket Association.
Prize Money and Awards
The ACA has announced attractive prize money for the tournament:
- Winners: ₹7 lakh
- Runners-up: ₹3 lakh
Individual awards include:
- Best Batsman: ₹25,000
- Best Bowler: ₹25,000
- Best Fielder: ₹25,000
- Man of the Series: ₹50,000
- Player of the Match (Final): ₹25,000
Organisers said the prize structure is designed to encourage competitive spirit and high-quality cricket.
Why This Matters for Guwahati
Corporate cricket tournaments have become an important platform in Guwahati’s growing sports ecosystem, offering working professionals an opportunity to engage in organised sport while strengthening inter-office camaraderie.
Sports officials noted that such tournaments also help broaden cricket participation beyond professional circuits and reinforce Guwahati’s status as Assam’s sporting capital.
What Happens Next
The ACA is expected to release the match schedule, venues and tournament format after the registration deadline. Matches are likely to be held at ACA-managed grounds in and around Guwahati.
Participating teams have been advised to review eligibility rules and confirm entries early due to limited slots.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When will the ACA Corporate Cricket Tournament 2026 be held?
The tournament will be held in March 2026.
Q2. Who can participate in the tournament?
Corporate houses, government departments, PSUs, private institutions and offices that meet ACA’s eligibility criteria can participate.
