How We’re Rewriting the Rules of the Game
Four breakthroughs that blend Test strategy with T20 intensity.
THE CHAMPIONSHIP
Understanding the Test Twenty® format
Think of it as ‘middle-form’ cricket. It combines the best of both worlds. Not as long as full five-day test cricket. But neither as momentary as T20 cricket. The fourth format has been set out to bring the strategy of Tests, while channeling the energy and intensity of the T20s. • Two Innings of 20 overs per side. • 80 overs in total - per match. • Scores get carried forward from first innings to the second. • ‘Follow-on’ is possible. • Outcome can include win, loss, tie, draw. • If its a tie - we go to a super over. • For a draw, the team batting must retain atleast 5 wickets till the last ball.
Junior Test Twenty Championship™
As the Fourth Format comes to life, Test Twenty® will make its global debut in January 2026 with the launch of the Junior Test Twenty Championship™ - a groundbreaking tournament that brings the world’s finest young cricketers onto one stage. Designed as a true level-playing field, it invites the next generation to showcase their skill, composure, and creativity under the all-new rules adjustments of Test Twenty® - where tradition meets transformation.
The Franchises
The Junior Test Twenty Championship™ will feature six founding franchises - three international and three Indian. Together, they represent cricket’s expanding global heartbeat and its enduring connection to India, the sport’s spiritual home. The international franchises will embody the game’s universal reach and diversity, while the Indian franchises will anchor Test Twenty® in the heart of the nation that lives and breathes cricket - now reimagined for a new generation.
The “co-ownership” model
At the heart of the Junior Test Twenty Championship™ lies a bold new idea in the form of a “co-ownership” model. Each of the six founding franchises will be co-owned by the next generation of icons - the sons and daughters of celebrated cricketers, actors, entrepreneurs, and global personalities who grew up with the game in their blood.
These young co-owners symbolize the fusion of legacy and future - inheriting the passion, values, and visibility of their famous families, yet stepping forward to build something of their own. From cricketing royalty to cinematic dynasties and business innovators, each co-owner will bring a unique story, personality, and following to the league- amplifying the reach of Test Twenty® across sport, culture, and youth communities worldwide.
The Global Selection Process
The application starts by registering on the testtwenty.com website. Applicants recommended by recognised coaches, administrators, or cricketers qualify for the Direct Entry Route, while all others follow the Standard Entry Route - beginning with AI-powered evaluations and city trials across India and the world.
From these trials, the National and World Pools of 1,000 players are formed, assessed through the Test Twenty® Intelligence Index™ (TTII) - a system measuring skill, decision- making, and temperament. The top 300 advance to the Global Auction Pool, where six franchises draft 96 players (eight Indian and eight international each). The remaining 204 form the Wildcard Pool, ensuring every deserving player stays in contention. A transparent, data-driven path to cricket’s next generation.
OUR RULES
Alongside the foundational laws of cricket, Test Twenty® introduces a series of refined rule adjustments under the Fourth Format™. Each has been designed to elevate excitement, enhance tactical play, and maintain perfect balance between bat and ball - ensuring the game remains thrilling yet fair.
