March 23, 2026ANNOUNCEMENT

Beast Sports Canada Secures Mississauga Skyhawks Franchise in NCL GT20

Beast Sports Canada Secures Mississauga Skyhawks Franchise in NCL GT20

Beast Sports Canada has officially been allotted the Mississauga Skyhawks franchise slot in the National Cricket League (NCL) GT20 Canada. The franchise agreement, signed between NCL Canada Incorporated and Mr. Dennis Raphel, Owner of Beast Sports Canada, marks a significant milestone for professional cricket in Mississauga and the Greater Toronto Area.

The Mississauga Skyhawks, formerly known as the Mississauga Panthers, will compete in the NCL GT20 Cricket League with a 10-year franchise term commencing January 1, 2026. The franchise territory covers Mississauga, Ontario and surrounding areas.

Dennis Raphel, a seasoned Canadian cricketer with over 5,000 T20 runs and extensive experience in cricket administration, expressed his excitement: "This is a dream come true for our organization. We are committed to building a world-class cricket franchise that represents Mississauga on the national and international stage."