# T20 Mumbai League invites bids for Navi Mumbai franchise

2026-08-10T09:00:46+00:00 | World & Diplomacy | Indian Opinion Desk

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The Mumbai Cricket Association has invited bids for a new T20 Mumbai League franchise representing Navi Mumbai, expanding the men's competition to nine teams. Bid documents are available from August 10 to 25 for a non-refundable fee of Rs 2.5 lakh. The 2026 edition saw record viewership: 65 million TV viewers and a 66% rise in digital views, according to a league release. MSC Maratha Royals retained the men's title while OBO Mumbai Falcons won the inaugural women's league.

## Coverage

- rediff.com <https://www.rediff.com/cricket/report/i-faced-a-lot-mirabai-reveals-why-she-cried-in-glasgow/20260810.htm>
- thehindu.com <https://www.thehindu.com/sport/cricket/t20-mumbai-league-to-add-navi-mumbai-franchise/article71327581.ece>

Tags: domestic cricket, franchise expansion, Mumbai Cricket Association, Navi Mumbai, T20 Mumbai League, viewership records
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