Cricket is thriving in Bharuch, with several local and amateur tournaments currently active or recently concluded as of January 2026. The scene is a mix of high-stakes “Open” tournaments, village-specific leagues, and professional association matches.
Here are the full details of the ongoing and recent cricket activity in Bharuch:
š Key Ongoing/Active Tournaments (January 2026)
Many tournaments in Bharuch use the CricHeroes platform for live scoring. As of mid-January, these are the major events:
| Tournament Name | Dates | Format | Venue/Details |
| Samara Premier League (Season 2) | Jan 18 ā Jan 23, 2026 | T20/Open | Premium league featuring top local talent. |
| BPL 1 (Bharuch Premier League) | Jan 14 ā Jan 25, 2026 | T20 | Major open-category tournament. |
| Bordiwala 30 Over Open | Oct 25 ā Jan 25, 2026 | 30 Overs | Long-running leather ball tournament. |
| Bariwala 30 Over Knockout | Nov 07 ā Jan 26, 2026 | 30 Overs | High-stakes knockout format. |
| R&B Panchayat Premier League | Jan 19 ā Jan 21, 2026 | Short Format | Season 1 of the government/panchayat league. |
| Tralsa Premium League | Jan 17 ā Jan 25, 2026 | T20 | Local village-level premium competition. |
š Notable Regional & Professional Tournaments
Beyond the local “gully” or amateur scene, the Bharuch District Cricket Association (BDCA) is involved in structured leather-ball cricket:
- Reliance Inter-District U-23 Multiday: A major Gujarat Cricket Association (GCA) event. Matches are held at prestigious local grounds like the GNFC Garba Ground and Burhani Sports Club (Umarwada).
- District Cup “Old is Gold” Bharuch: Recently concluded in late 2025, specifically for veteran players, held at the Burhani Sports Club.
- Bharuch District Bar Association Tournament: An annual event for legal professionals, which took place in early January 2026 at the GNFC Garba Ground.
š Popular Cricket Grounds in Bharuch
If you are looking to watch or participate, these are the primary hubs for cricket in the district:
- GNFC Garba Ground: Often hosts the final stages of major local leagues.
- Burhani Sports Club (Ankleshwar/Umarwada): Known for its well-maintained turf and inter-district matches.
- DSP Ground: Frequently used for BDCA selection matches and age-group cricket.
- Untiya Cricket Ground: A popular spot for tennis-ball village tournaments.
š” How to Track Live Scores
The amateur scene in Bharuch is highly digital. You can follow ball-by-ball updates for almost any local match by:
- Searching for “Bharuch” on the CricHeroes App.
- Looking for live streams on local YouTube channels (many Bharuch tournaments now offer live commentary and multi-cam setups).