Cricket enthusiasts are in for a treat as the inaugural edition of the Dream11 Bago T10 Blast 2023 is set to kick off on November 16 with an electrifying clash between Mt Irvine Surfers and Pirates Bay Raiders. The T10 extravaganza is scheduled to run until December 4, promising a whirlwind of thrilling encounters in Tobago.
Venue and Teams
This thrilling T10 Blast will unfold in the picturesque setting of Tobago, with six dynamic teams ready to showcase their prowess. The participating teams include Pirates Bay Raiders, Mt Irvine Surfers, Kings Bay Royals, No Mans Land Explorers, Pigeon Point Skiers, and Store Bay Snorkelers.
Prize Pool and Player Composition
The stakes are high in this tournament, with a lucrative prize pool awaiting the triumphant teams. The winners will bag a grand prize of $100,000, while the second-placed team secures $50,000, and the third-placed contender walks away with $30,000. Each team will consist of 14 players, with seven hailing from Trinidad, six from Tobago, and one regional player.
Player Draft and Inclusivity
The Dream11 Bago T10 Blast 2023 features a diverse range of players from Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana, and St Vincent and the Grenadines. The player draft added an extra layer of excitement to the tournament, setting the stage for thrilling cricket action.
Tournament Format
The T10 Blast unfolds with a total of 32 matches, culminating in the grand final on December 4. The tournament’s format involves a double round-robin, where each team faces the others twice in the league stage. After 30 league stage games, the team topping the standings earns a direct berth in the final. Meanwhile, the second and third-placed teams engage in an Eliminator for the coveted spot in the championship clash.
Venue and Streaming Details
All the pulsating matches of the Dream11 Bago T10 Blast 2023 will unfold at the Shaw Park Recreational Ground in Scarborough, Trinidad and Tobago. Cricket enthusiasts in India can catch the live streaming action on the FanCode app and website.
Telecast Information
While there will be no live telecast of the Dream11 Bago T10 Blast 2023 on any TV channel in India, the FanCode platform ensures comprehensive coverage and a front-row seat to the cricketing spectacle.
Dream11 Bago T10 Blast 2023 schedule and match start times
Here’s the Dream11 Bago T10 Blast 2023 schedule with match start times in Indian Standard Time (IST):
| Date | Match | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, Nov 16 | Mt Irvine Surfers vs Pirates Bay Raiders | 9:30 PM |
| Friday, Nov 17 | King Bay Royals vs Pigeon Point Strikers | 12:00 AM |
| Friday, Nov 17 | Mt Irvine Surfers vs Pigeon Point Strikers | 9:30 PM |
| Saturday, Nov 18 | No Mans Land Explorers vs King Bay Royals | 12:00 AM |
| Saturday, Nov 18 | Mt Irvine Surfers vs King Bay Royals | 9:30 PM |
| Sunday, Nov 19 | Pigeon Point Strikers vs No Mans Land Explorers | 12:00 AM |
| Sunday, Nov 19 | King Bay Royals vs Pirates Bay Raiders | 9:30 PM |
| Monday, Nov 20 | Mt Irvine Surfers vs Store Bay Snorkelers | 12:00 AM |
| Monday, Nov 20 | Store Bay Snorkelers vs Pirates Bay Raiders | 9:30 PM |
| Tuesday, Nov 21 | Pigeon Point Strikers vs King Bay Royals | 12:00 AM |
| Tuesday, Nov 21 | Pirates Bay Raiders vs No Mans Land Explorers | 9:30 PM |
| Wednesday, Nov 22 | King Bay Royals vs Store Bay Snorkelers | 12:00 AM |
| Thursday, Nov 23 | Pigeon Point Strikers vs Pirates Bay Raiders | 9:30 PM |
| Friday, Nov 24 | King Bay Royals vs No Mans Land Explorers | 12:00 AM |
| Friday, Nov 24 | Store Bay Snorkelers vs Pigeon Point Strikers | 9:30 PM |
| Saturday, Nov 25 | Mt Irvine Surfers vs No Mans Land Explorers | 12:00 AM |
| Saturday, Nov 25 | Store Bay Snorkelers vs No Mans Land Explorers | 9:30 PM |
| Sunday, Nov 26 | Mt Irvine Surfers vs Pigeon Point Strikers | 12:00 AM |
| Sunday, Nov 26 | Store Bay Snorkelers vs Pirates Bay Raiders | 9:30 PM |
| Monday, Nov 27 | Pigeon Point Strikers vs No Mans Land Explorers | 12:00 AM |
| Monday, Nov 27 | Pirates Bay Raiders vs No Mans Land Explorers | 9:30 PM |
| Tuesday, Nov 28 | Mt Irvine Surfers vs Store Bay Snorkelers | 12:00 AM |
| Wednesday, Nov 29 | Mt Irvine Surfers vs Kings Bay Royals | 9:30 PM |
| Thursday, Nov 30 | Pigeon Point Strikers vs Pirates Bay Raiders | 12:00 AM |
| Thursday, Nov 30 | No Mans Land Explorers vs Store Bay Snorkelers | 9:30 PM |
| Friday, Dec 1 | Mt Irvine Surfers vs Pirates Bay Raiders | 12:00 AM |
| Friday, Dec 1 | Kings Bay Royals vs Store Bay Snorkelers | 9:30 PM |
| Saturday, Dec 2 | Mt Irvine Surfers vs No Mans Land Explorers | 12:00 AM |
| Saturday, Dec 2 | Kings Bay Royals vs Pirates Bay Raiders | 9:30 PM |
| Sunday, Dec 3 | Store Bay Snorkelers vs Pigeon Point Strikers | 12:00 AM |
| Sunday, Dec 3 | Eliminator | 9:30 PM |
| Monday, Dec 4 | Dream11 Bago T10 Blast 2023 final | 12:00 AM |
As the countdown begins, fans can gear up for a roller-coaster ride of T10 cricket, where every ball promises excitement and every match holds the potential for breathtaking moments. The Dream11 Bago T10 Blast 2023 is ready to set Tobago ablaze with cricketing fervor!