The Lanka Premier League (LPL) will hold its Player Draft on June 1 in Colombo ahead of the 2026 season.

Sri Lanka Cricket (Sri Lanka Cricket) says the tournament will run from July 17 to August 8 across Colombo, Pallekele and Dambulla.

Five franchises have confirmed pre-signed players, including international cricketers from India, Pakistan, South Africa, New Zealand, Australia and Bangladesh.

Kandy Royals have signed Vijay Shankar, alongside Wanindu Hasaranga, Angelo Mathews and Moeen Ali.

Dambulla Sixers include Sahibzada Farhan, Reeza Hendricks, Dinesh Chandimal and Dushmantha Chameera.

Jaffna Kings, Colombo Kaps and Galle Gallants have also confirmed key international and Sri Lankan pre-signings ahead of the draft.