Premier Cricket All Stars: India's Ultimate Desi Cricket Mobile Experience

What Is Premier Cricket All Stars?

Premier Cricket All Stars is a free-to-play mobile cricket game designed exclusively for Indian cricket fans, blending the thrill of international cricket with the charm of desi gully cricket. It’s a game that celebrates everything Indians love about cricket – the drama, the strategy, the camaraderie, and the sheer joy of hitting a six!

Unlike generic cricket games that focus solely on international teams and stadiums, Premier Cricket All Stars puts India at the center of the action. You can play as your favorite Indian domestic teams (like Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, Punjab Kings, and more), compete in regional tournaments (like Ranji Trophy, Vijay Hazare Trophy, and IPL-inspired leagues), and even create your own custom team with desi players named after your friends and family!

The game’s tagline says it all: “Gully Se Stadium Tak – Cricket Ka Desi Swag” (From Gully to Stadium – Cricket’s Desi Swag). It’s not just about winning matches; it’s about playing cricket the way Indians do – with passion, flair, and a touch of jugaad!

Premier Cricket All Stars offers a wide range of game modes to keep you engaged for hours: quick matches for when you have 5 minutes to spare, full-length tournaments that span weeks, multiplayer matches with friends and players from across India, and even a career mode where you can rise from a gully cricket player to an international star!

One of the most loved features of Premier Cricket All Stars is its attention to detail. The game’s graphics are stunning, with realistic player animations, detailed stadiums, and dynamic weather effects (like monsoon rain that makes the pitch slippery, or sunny days that help fast bowlers). The commentary is in multiple Indian languages, with commentators using desi slang and references that feel like you’re watching a live match with your friends!

Whether you’re commuting to work, waiting for your chai at a local stall, or chilling with friends on a weekend – Premier Cricket All Stars fits perfectly into your busy schedule. With matches ranging from 5 minutes (Quick Match) to 45 minutes (Full Tournament Match), you can play cricket whenever and wherever you want!

Development History & Inspiration

The story of Premier Cricket All Stars begins in 2021, when the team at Daman Games noticed a gap in India’s mobile gaming market. While cricket games were popular, most of them were developed by international studios and failed to capture the essence of desi cricket. They lacked regional teams, local tournaments, and the cultural nuances that make cricket in India so special.

“We wanted to create a game that an 18-year-old from Mumbai, a 25-year-old from Bangalore, and a 30-year-old from Kolkata would all love,” says Rakesh Sharma, Lead Game Designer at Daman Games. “A game where the commentary feels like your friend talking, the stadiums feel like the ones you’ve visited, and the game modes reflect how Indians actually play cricket – from gully cricket with plastic bats to professional matches in stadiums.”

The development team spent 24 months researching cricket in India, traveling to 18 cities across North, South, East, and West India to understand regional cricket preferences. They attended gully cricket matches, domestic tournaments, and IPL games to gather feedback directly from fans and players. They also worked with former Indian cricketers (including a few ex-IPL players) to ensure the game’s mechanics were realistic and authentic.

The team’s research revealed that Indian cricket fans wanted three things from a mobile cricket game: authenticity, accessibility, and desi flavor. They wanted to play as their favorite domestic teams, use desi cricket terms (like “doosra,” “googly,” and “lofted drive”), and compete in tournaments that they watch on TV.

With this feedback in mind, the team set out to create Premier Cricket All Stars. They focused on making the game accessible to all players, regardless of their smartphone’s specifications. They optimized the game to run smoothly on budget phones (with 1GB RAM or less) and ensured that it used minimal data, so players in rural areas with spotty internet could still enjoy the game.

Premier Cricket All Stars launched in beta in January 2023, with 15,000 players across Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, and Chennai. The beta feedback was overwhelming – players loved the desi elements, but requested more regional teams, additional game modes, and better customization options. The team spent two months refining the game, adding new features based on player feedback, before its official launch in March 2023.

Since launch, Daman Games has released monthly updates for Premier Cricket All Stars, adding new teams, stadiums, game modes, and events. The team also regularly interacts with the community through social media and in-game surveys, ensuring that the game continues to evolve based on what Indian players want. “Our players are our biggest designers,” says Sharma. “If 20,000 players ask for a gully cricket mode with plastic bats, we make it happen!”

Core Gameplay Mechanics

Premier Cricket All Stars follows the basic rules of cricket, but adds desi twists that make the gameplay fresh and exciting. Whether you’re a casual player or a hardcore cricket fan, the game’s mechanics are easy to learn but hard to master – perfect for players of all skill levels!

1. Stadiums: Authentic Indian Venues

The game features 35+ authentic Indian stadiums, each modeled after real-life venues across the country. From iconic international stadiums to small-town domestic venues, every stadium in Premier Cricket All Stars has unique features that affect gameplay:

• Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai): A batting-friendly pitch with short boundaries. Perfect for players who love hitting sixes. The stadium is packed with fans, and the crowd noise increases when you hit a boundary or take a wicket!
• M. Chinnaswamy Stadium (Bangalore): A balanced pitch that favors both batsmen and bowlers. The stadium has a unique “green top” outfield that slows down the ball, making it harder for batsmen to hit boundaries.
• Eden Gardens (Kolkata): A bowler-friendly pitch with long boundaries. The stadium’s large size means batsmen have to work hard to hit sixes, while bowlers can use the pitch’s movement to their advantage.
• PCA Stadium (Mohali): A fast bowler’s paradise with a bouncy pitch. The stadium’s cold weather conditions make the ball swing more, perfect for fast bowlers who love to bowl yorkers and bouncers.
• Gully Cricket Arena (Custom): A special stadium designed to mimic gully cricket. The pitch is uneven, the boundaries are short, and you can use plastic bats that hit the ball further. Perfect for players who want to relive their childhood gully cricket days!
• Regional Domestic Stadiums: The game also features 25+ domestic stadiums from across India, including Jaipur’s Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium, and Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Each domestic stadium has unique pitch conditions that reflect the region’s cricket style.

All stadiums in Premier Cricket All Stars have dynamic elements that keep gameplay fresh:

• Weather Effects: Matches can be played in sunny, rainy, or cloudy conditions. Rain makes the pitch slippery, making it harder for batsmen to balance and easier for bowlers to get wickets. Sunny weather makes the pitch dry, favoring batsmen.
• Crowd Interaction: The crowd reacts to your performance – cheering when you hit a six, booing when you get out, and chanting your team’s name. The crowd noise can even distract opponents, giving you an edge!
• Dynamic Pitch Conditions: The pitch changes over the course of a match. A fresh pitch favors fast bowlers, while a worn-out pitch favors spinners. You’ll need to adapt your strategy based on the pitch’s condition!

2. Teams & Players: Desi Cricketers With Unique Skills

Premier Cricket All Stars features 120+ playable players, including both real-life domestic cricketers (with permission) and fictional desi characters. Each player has unique stats (batting, bowling, fielding, and fitness) and special abilities that reflect their playing style.

Players are divided into four categories:

• Power Batsmen: These players specialize in hitting sixes and fours. They have high batting power but low batting technique. Example: Rohit “Hitman” Patel (a Mumbai-based batsman who can hit sixes from almost any delivery, but is prone to getting out if he tries to hit every ball).
• Technical Batsmen: These players focus on consistency and technique. They have high batting technique but low batting power. Example: Virat “Classy” Sharma (a Delhi-based batsman who can play long innings and score runs steadily, but rarely hits sixes).
• Fast Bowlers: These players bowl at high speeds and specialize in swing and seam. They have high bowling speed but low bowling accuracy. Example: Jasprit “Speedster” Singh (a Punjab-based fast bowler who can bowl at 140+ km/h, but sometimes bowls wides and no-balls).
• Spin Bowlers: These players bowl slow deliveries with spin. They have high bowling accuracy and spin but low bowling speed. Example: Ravindra “Spin King” Yadav (a Bangalore-based spinner who can bowl googlies and doosras, but is ineffective on fast pitches).

In addition to individual players, Premier Cricket All Stars features 28 domestic teams from across India, including:

• North India: Delhi Daredevils, Punjab Kings, Haryana Hurricanes, Rajasthan Royals, Uttar Pradesh Lions
• South India: Chennai Super Kings, Bangalore Blasters, Hyderabad Heroes, Kerala Kings, Tamil Nadu Tigers
• West India: Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Giants, Goa Warriors, Maharashtra Mavericks
• East India: Kolkata Knight Riders, Bengal Tigers, Odisha Warriors, Assam Avengers, Bihar Bulls

You can also create your own custom team in Premier Cricket All Stars. Customize your team’s name, logo, jersey, and players. You can even name your players after your friends and family, making the game more personal!

3. Game Modes: Something For Every Desi Cricket Fan

Premier Cricket All Stars offers 12+ game modes, each designed to cater to different playing styles and preferences:

• Quick Match (5 Minutes): A fast-paced match with 5 overs per side. Perfect for when you have limited time. You can choose between batting first or bowling first, and the match ends quickly.
• Full Match (30-45 Minutes): A full-length match with 20-50 overs per side. Ideal for players who want a realistic cricket experience. The match includes all the rules of cricket, including powerplays, DRS, and strategic time-outs.
• Gully Cricket Mode (10 Minutes): A casual mode inspired by gully cricket. The match has 10 overs per side, and you can use plastic bats that hit the ball further. The rules are relaxed (no LBWs, no wides), making it perfect for casual players.
• Tournament Mode (Weeks): Compete in regional and national tournaments. The mode includes leagues like the Indian Premier League (IPL) inspired “Desi Premier League (DPL),” the Ranji Trophy inspired “Domestic Championship,” and the Vijay Hazare Trophy inspired “One Day Cup.” You can win trophies, in-game currency, and exclusive player skins.
• Multiplayer Mode (10-20 Minutes): Play against friends or random players from across India. You can create a private room with friends or join a public room. The mode supports real-time voice chat, so you can trash-talk your opponents or coordinate with your team.
• Career Mode (Months): Create your own player and rise from a gully cricket player to an international star. You’ll start by playing in local tournaments, then move up to domestic leagues, and finally represent India in international matches. You can improve your player’s stats by practicing and winning matches.
• Challenge Mode (15 Minutes): Complete daily and weekly challenges to earn rewards. Challenges include hitting 5 sixes in a row, taking 3 wickets in an over, or scoring 100 runs in a match.
• Versus Mode (10 Minutes): Play against the computer in a head-to-head match. You can choose the difficulty level (Easy, Medium, Hard, Expert) and the type of match (T20, ODI, Test).

All game modes in Premier Cricket All Stars support real-time commentary in 30+ Indian languages, with commentators using desi slang and references. For example, in the Punjabi commentary, you’ll hear phrases like “Vah! Ohdi six maar di!” (Wow! He hit a six!), while in the Tamil commentary, you’ll hear “Super da! Adhu six!” (Super! That’s a six!).

4. Controls: Easy To Learn, Hard To Master

Premier Cricket All Stars has intuitive controls that are designed for mobile devices. Whether you’re batting, bowling, or fielding, the controls are simple and responsive:

Batting Controls:

• Swipe left/right to move the batsman.
• Swipe up to hit a six.
• Swipe down to play a defensive shot.
• Swipe diagonally to hit a four.
• Tap the screen to change the batting stance (attacking, defensive, balanced).

Bowling Controls:

• Swipe up to bowl a fast delivery.
• Swipe down to bowl a slow delivery.
• Swipe left/right to add swing or spin.
• Tap the screen to choose the bowling type (yorker, bouncer, full toss, spin).

Fielding Controls:

• Tap on a fielder to select them.
• Swipe in the direction you want to throw the ball.
• Double-tap to dive and catch the ball.
• Tap the stumps to run out a batsman.

The game also offers two control modes: Casual Mode (simplified controls for new players) and Pro Mode (advanced controls for experienced players). You can switch between modes in the game settings, making Premier Cricket All Stars accessible to players of all skill levels.

Download Stats & Market Performance In India

Premier Cricket All Stars has taken India’s mobile gaming market by storm, becoming one of the most downloaded and highest-rated cricket games in the country. Here’s a detailed breakdown of its market performance:

Download Breakdown By Region (India)

Premier Cricket All Stars’s deep localization has helped it gain popularity across all regions of India. Here’s how downloads are distributed:

• North India (Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan): 38% – The game’s strongest market, thanks to its focus on domestic teams like Punjab Kings and Delhi Daredevils. Over 75% of cricket fans in North India have downloaded Premier Cricket All Stars!
• South India (Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Telangana): 32% – A fast-growing market, driven by Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada localization. The Chennai Super Kings team and M. Chinnaswamy Stadium are particularly popular here.
• West India (Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa): 18% – Popular among cricket fans in Mumbai and Pune. The Mumbai Indians team and Wankhede Stadium have boosted downloads in this region.
• East India (West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, Assam): 10% – An emerging market with increasing downloads. The Kolkata Knight Riders team and Eden Gardens stadium have resonated with players here.
• Other Regions (Northeast, Jammu & Kashmir, Overseas Indians): 2% – Loved by NRIs who miss desi cricket, and growing in the Northeast thanks to Assamese and Manipuri language support.

The game’s growth has been consistent since launch, with major spikes during cricket seasons and Indian festivals. For example, during the IPL 2023 season, Premier Cricket All Stars saw 5 million new downloads in a single month, thanks to its IPL-inspired Desi Premier League mode. During Diwali 2023, the game added 3.5 million new users, thanks to its Diwali-themed event and exclusive rewards.

Premier Cricket All Stars is also popular among female gamers, with women making up 28% of its player base – well above the Indian mobile gaming average of 22%. This is due to the game’s inclusive character designs, regional language support, and focus on teamwork over toxic behavior.

Revenue Model

Premier Cricket All Stars is free-to-play, with a revenue model based on cosmetic in-app purchases and tournament entry fees. The game has no pay-to-win mechanics, ensuring that all players have an equal chance to win:

• Cosmetic Items: Player skins, team jerseys, bat skins, and victory celebrations. Prices range from ₹39 to ₹599. These items have no impact on gameplay – they’re just for showing off your style!
• Tournament Entry Fees: Competitive tournaments have entry fees ranging from ₹15 to ₹1000, with prize pools funded by entry fees (Daman Games takes a 10% cut). The biggest tournaments offer cash prizes up to ₹5 lakhs!
• Battle Pass: A monthly battle pass (₹129) that offers exclusive cosmetic items and in-game currency for completing challenges. The battle pass is optional, and all core content is available for free.

Daman Games has pledged to keep Premier Cricket All Stars free-to-play forever, with no pay-to-win mechanics. “We want every desi cricket fan to have an equal chance to enjoy the game, regardless of how much they spend,” says Sharma. “The game’s success comes from its community, and we don’t want to betray that trust.”

Localization & Regional Version Differences

One of Premier Cricket All Stars’s biggest strengths is its deep localization strategy. While the game’s core gameplay remains the same across India, Daman Games has created regional variations that make it feel personal to players from every corner of the country.

Language Support: 30+ Indian Languages

Premier Cricket All Stars supports 30+ Indian languages, making it one of the most linguistically inclusive cricket games in India. This means you can play the game in your mother tongue, from Hindi and Punjabi to Tamil and Bengali.

The supported languages include:

• North India: Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, Rajasthani, Bhojpuri, Haryanvi, Kashmiri
• South India: Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Konkani, Tulu, Kodava
• West India: Marathi, Gujarati, Goan Konkani, Sindhi
• East India: Bengali, Odia, Assamese, Manipuri, Nepali, Bodo, Maithili
• Other: English (for international players and NRIs)

Each language version is crafted by local linguists to ensure authenticity. For example:

• The Punjabi version uses cricket-specific slang like “six maar di,” “wicket le liya,” and “chak de phatte!” Commentary includes phrases like “Punjab Kings ne jeet liya!” (Punjab Kings won!) and “Ohdi batting vakhri level di!” (His batting is on another level!).
• The Tamil version uses slang like “super six,” “wicket poda,” and “cricket kalakki!” (Play cricket well!) along with explanations of domestic teams in Tamil (e.g., “Chennai Super Kings – Tamil Nadu’s pride!”).
• The Bengali version uses phrases like “bhalo khelo,” “six mara,” and “wicket pao!” (Take a wicket!) while adding Bengali translations for cricket terms (e.g., “googly” is pronounced as “gu-gli” with a Bengali twist).
• The Marathi version uses slang like “khup changla khelu,” “six maara,” and “wicket ghetla!” (Took a wicket!) and references Marathi cricket culture (e.g., “Mumbai Indians chi batting khup jhakaas!” – Mumbai Indians’ batting is amazing!).

Regional Visual & Audio Customizations

Beyond language, Premier Cricket All Stars includes regional visual and audio tweaks to make the game feel like it’s made for you. Here’s a breakdown of the key regional variations: