Merger Cup, the biggest sporting event of the year

Merger Cup




Merger Cup 2026 – The Ultimate Showdown!

23 March - 28 March

The rivalry is real. The stakes are high. QM vs BL – who will claim the Merger Cup this year?

Join us for an action-packed week, where the best athletes from QM and BL will battle it out across multiple sports. Expect epic matches, intense competition, and unforgettable moments.

Whether you're cheering from the sidelines or getting stuck in, this is the event of the year – and you don’t want to miss it!

Fixtures kick off on 23 March and results will be announced on 28 March at our epic After Parties at Drapers and The Griff.



How does the scoring work?

Each fixture is played for a set number of points (the points system can be seen below). The points won within each fixture add up to the total scores and decide the winner. In 2024, BL won by a scoreline of 71 - 43.

Fixture Type Win Draw Loss
Performance (Max points) 5 2 0
Participation (Basic points) 3 1 0
Friendly (Equal points) Both competing teams will receive 1 point for participation.


What are the rules?

You can find the rules and regulations as well as the code of conduct that is expected of everyone that attends any Merger related event below.

Rules & regulations of the day Code of conduct

Fixture Details

Have a look at what fixtures are happening throughout Merger below.

Keep the party going

Saturday 28 March

Bring your A-game to the ultimate showdown of the year, where rivalries ignite and champions are made. After smashing it on the pitch, court, or track, join us at Drapers and The Griff to keep the party going.

Expect live score reveals, winning team announcements, epic awards, and snapshots from the day’s action.

And don’t miss the midnight crowning moment — the presentation of the coveted Merger Cup to this year’s champions!

QM Afterparty BL Afterparty