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Cricket 24 vs Rebel Cricket League

Cricket 24 (Big Ant, console and PC) vs Rebel Cricket League (free, mobile): licences, price, platforms and who each suits.

The short answerCricket 24 from Big Ant Studios is a full console and PC cricket game with official licences, including The Ashes, and cross-platform multiplayer. Rebel Cricket League is a free game coming soon to Android and iOS, with parody names and no licences. If you own a console or gaming PC and want real teams, Cricket 24 is the clear pick; if you want free cricket on your phone, pre-register for RCL.

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Feature comparison

FeatureRebel Cricket LeagueCricket 24
Developer / publisherRebel Cricket League (indie, new in 2026)Big Ant Studios, published by Nacon
PlatformsAndroid and iOS. Coming soon; pre-registration is open.PlayStation, Xbox, PC and Nintendo Switch. Not a mobile game.
PriceFree to play. Optional Pro upgrade and one-time ad-free unlock. Ads never appear during live play.Paid game; check your platform store for the current price.
LicencesUnlicensed. National teams use country names, franchises are fictional city teams, players are playful parody names.Official video game of the 2023 Ashes with licensed tournaments and teams (details vary by edition).
StadiumsFictional stadiums with night lighting.More than 50 officially licensed stadiums advertised.
MultiplayerOnline duels are coming soon (not available at launch).Cross-platform multiplayer support advertised.
FormatsT5, T10, T20, ODI and Test.Test, ODI, T20 and domestic leagues such as BBL and The Hundred.
ControlsTiming (perfect/good/early/late) + direction + shot type, by swipe or buttons. The ball leaves along the bat swing plane.Gamepad or keyboard controls.
CommentaryHindi + English AI-voiced commentary.English commentary; check the listing for other languages.
Hardware needsBuilt for low and mid-range Android phones.Needs a console or a capable PC.

Pick RCL if…

  • You only have a phone or laptop and want free cricket.
  • You want free cricket on a phone you already own.
  • You want Hindi commentary.

Pick Cricket 24 if…

  • You own a console or gaming PC.
  • Licensed teams, stadiums and tournaments matter to you.
  • You want a full premium simulation with cross-platform multiplayer.

Different leagues entirely

Cricket 24 is a premium console and PC release from Big Ant Studios, built around official licences like The Ashes. It does things a small free game cannot, including real teams and licensed stadiums.

Why people play RCL instead

RCL is free, coming soon to Android and iOS, and built for low and mid-range Android phones. There is no console to buy. It still has five formats, a World Cup, a T20 League season, Challenges and Super Overs.

Presentation leans broadcast: TV cameras, replays, walkouts and cheer squads, with Hindi + English commentary.

Being honest about licences

RCL is unlicensed. National teams use country names, franchise teams are fictional city teams and player names are playful parodies. For real players, Cricket 24 wins this one.

FAQ

Is Cricket 24 available on mobile?

Cricket 24 was released for PlayStation, Xbox, PC and later Switch. We are not aware of a phone version.

Is Cricket 24 free?

It is a paid game. Check your platform store for the current price.

What is the best free alternative to Cricket 24?

Rebel Cricket League is a free option coming soon to mobile, though it has no official licences.

Does RCL have official teams?

No. It is unlicensed and uses parody names and fictional franchises.

Can I play RCL online against others?

Not at launch; online duels are coming soon.

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