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Big Updates For Cricket’s Biggest Festival

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March 27, 2026
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Big Updates For Cricket’s Biggest Festival

The Indian T20 League is back and while the action on the field promises fireworks, FanCraze is making sure the off-field game is just as exciting.

With FanCraze Pro, the platform has rolled out a series of major upgrades that go beyond just new features. This is a clear shift towards a faster, more competitive, and strategy-driven experience, where every pack opened, every upgrade made, and every decision taken can directly boost your collection.

From high-reward Pack Drops and skill-based Pro Leaderboards to smarter Upgrades and new ways to extract value from your collection, FanCraze is giving users more control than ever before.

Here’s a complete breakdown of everything new and how it changes the game:

Super Charger Packs — High Impact Drops

  • 2–4 drops per week
  • Limited supply
  • Each drop includes at least one massive buyback exceeding 15,000 FC Points

These packs are designed to deliver big moments and even bigger stakes, making every drop a high-impact opportunity for collectors.

Pro Leaderboards — Pure Skill Competition

The Indian T20 League will feature Best Performing Team Leaderboards, rewarding the top-performing teams each week.

  • The team with the highest Game Points over the week secures the top rank.
  • Multipliers are included in the scoring
  • In-Season Bonus does not count
  • The top 5 teams win rewards
  • A level playing field for all users

Structure

  • 9 weekly leaderboards during the Indian T20 League
  • Week 1: March 28 → April 5
  • Week 2 onwards: Monday → Sunday cycle

Weekly Rewards (Weeks 1–8)

  • 15,000 FC Points
  • 7,500 FC Points
  • 6,000 FC Points
  • 5,000 FC Points
  • 4,000 FC Points

Final Week Rewards

  • 30,000 FC Points
  • 15,000 FC Points
  • 2,000 FC Points
  • 10,000 FC Points
  • 8,000 FC Points

Rewards are driven purely by performance, with consistency paying off each week and the stakes doubling in the final stretch.

Edition Upgrade Drops — Daily Windows

The Edition Upgrade feature is now available daily during the Indian T20 League window.

  • 12 PM – 4 PM UTC (5:30 PM – 9:30 PM IST)

Bonus Points Usage

  • Week 1 → 20%
  • Week 2 → 15%
  • Week 3 → 10%
  • Week 4–9 → 0%

Collectors can upgrade their existing moments into 2026 Edition collectibles while retaining their serial numbers, making it a key tool for long-term strategy.

Swap Auctions — Strategic Sniping Returns

Moment Swap Auctions are making a comeback, with a strong focus on Epic collectibles.

  • Lower starting prices
  • Targeted auction format
  • Increased opportunities to secure premium moments

Pro Packs — Daily Action Loop

Pro Packs put you right in the action, with moments of players starring in that day’s games.

  • 25–30 packs per drop
  • Price range: 550–750 FC Points
  • Includes players featuring in the same day’s games from the Indian T20 League

Drop Format

  • 5-minute waiting room
  • 5-minute gap before packs go live

Drop Timings

  • 6:30 PM
  • 6:35 PM
  • 6:40 PM IST

With limited packs and timed drops, this format adds urgency and excitement to daily participation.

Burn & Earn — Always Active

The Burn & Earn feature is now continuously available, allowing users to convert collectibles into Gold Essence.

  • Eligible: Common and Rare collectibles from Indian T20 League players
  • Earn Gold Essence by burning collectibles

Nets Mode Update (Mid-April)

An updated Nets Mode is set to arrive mid-April with new gameplay mechanics.

  • Use 4 owned Flash Cards + 2 free picks
  • Rewards extend deeper into the leaderboard
  • Minimum requirement:
    • 3 × 2026 Edition Flash Cards
    • 1 older edition allowed

This update aims to make gameplay more inclusive while still rewarding strategic squad building.

New Flash Cards- Expand Your Collection

FanCraze will also introduce new Flash Cards featuring:

  • Fresh artwork
  • Players who previously did not have collectibles

This expansion brings more diversity and depth to collections.

Web3 Expansion (May 2026)

FanCraze is set to expand its footprint with a new Web3-driven collecting experience, aimed at taking the platform global.

  • New collecting experience
  • Partnerships with leading Web3 ecosystems
  • Focus on international market expansion

What this means:

  • A broader, more global collector base
  • Enhanced utility and reach for collectibles
  • A step towards scaling the platform beyond traditional boundaries

Final Thoughts

With these updates, FanCraze is clearly moving beyond simple collecting into a dynamic, strategy-driven ecosystem.

Whether it’s:

  • Opening Packs
  • Upgrading Collectibles
  • Competing in Leaderboards
  • Or optimizing your collection through Swaps and Burns

Every feature now ties into a larger system where engagement, strategy, and timing define success.

As the Indian T20 League unfolds, FanCraze is ensuring that the action isn’t just on the field, it’s happening inside your collection as well.



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Big Updates For Cricket’s Biggest Festival
Big Updates For Cricket’s Biggest Festival