Nepal Premier League
Franchise T20 cricket league annually held in Nepal
Cricket tournament
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The Nepal Premier League (NPL) (Nepali: नेपाल प्रिमियर लिग) is an upcoming franchise-based Twenty20 cricket competition, organized by the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN). The inaugural season is set to be held from 30 November to 21 December 2024.[1] The tournament will use a round-robin format, with the top teams advancing to the playoffs.
History
In 2022, Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) organized Nepal T20 League after signing an NPR 330 million agreement with Indian sports management company Seven3Sports for a year to hold a franchise Twenty20 league tournament in Nepal. However, the league was surrounded by many conflicts and allegations such as match-fixing and corruption.[2][3]
In January 2024, the CAN announced the creation of the Nepal Premier League (NPL), scheduled for November and December 2024.[4] On 2 August 2024, CAN invited proposals for franchise ownership.[5][6] The official logo of the league was revealed on 19 August 2024.[7][8]
Logo
The logo of the Nepal Premier League is more than a mere visual identity; it reflects the spirit and heritage of Nepal. The logo combines the iconic khukuri with a cricket bat, symbolizing the valor of the Gurkhas and the essence of Nepalese cricket. It also features elements inspired by Nepal’s national symbols: the sun and moon from the flag, representing the ambition to elevate Nepal cricket globally, and the flowing rivers that echo the unity cricket brings to the nation. The design is inspired by Mt. Everest, symbolizing the league's aspiration to reach new heights in the global cricketing arena.[9]
Teams
The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) has announced that the 2024 Nepal Premier League (NPL) will feature eight teams, each representing a major city across Nepal.[10] This marks a significant expansion from previous leagues like the Everest Premier League and Pokhara Premier League and Dhangadi Premier League which included only six teams. Following eight team scheduled to take part in first edition of Nepal Premier league.[11][12]
Biratnagar
Chitwan
Janakpur
Karnali
Kathmandu
Lumbini
Pokhara
Sudurpashim
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Location of Nepal Premier League teams
| Team | Porvinces/City | Debut | Captain | Head coach | Home Ground | Owner(s) |
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| Biratnagar | Biratnagar | 2024 | Girija Prasad Koirala Cricket Stadium | M.A.D Dreams Sports Pvt. Ltd. | ||
| Janakpur | Janakpur | 2024 | Shree Ram Janaki international Cricket Stadium | Dream Sports Pvt. Ltd. | ||
| Kathmandu | Kathmandu | 2024 | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground | Kantipur Publications | ||
| Chitwan | Chitwan | 2024 | Gautam Buddha International Cricket Stadium | Chitwan Medical College | ||
| Pokhara | Pokhara | 2024 | Pokhara International Cricket Stadium | Nepal T-Twenty Cricket Pvt. Ltd. | ||
| Lumbini | Lumbini | 2024 | Extra Tech Oval Cricket Stadium | Fortuna Health Care Pvt. Ltd. | ||
| Karnali | Karnali | 2024 | Kalungchowk International Cricket Ground | Himalayan Builders and Engineers Pvt. Ltd. | ||
| Sudurpashchim | Sudurpashchim | 2024 | Fapla International Cricket Ground | Empire Sports Management Pvt. Ltd. |
Tournament seasons and results
| Year | Final | Final venue | Player of the season | ||
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| Winner | Result | Runner-up | |||
| 2024-25 | |||||
See also
References
- ^ "CAN unveils annual sports calendar for 2024". MyRepublica. Retrieved 9 August 2024.
- ^ "Nepal T20 League: CIB says 3 Nepali, 4 foreign players involved in spot-fixing". Retrieved 29 August 2024.
- ^ "Nepal T20 League: ICC team inspects spot-fixing allegations and returns". Onlinekhabar. Retrieved 29 August 2024.
- ^ "CAN to organize Nepal Premier League in November and December". The Kathmandu Post. Retrieved 9 August 2024.
- ^ "CAN issues RFP for Nepal Premier League franchise ownership". Cricnepal. Retrieved 9 August 2024.
- ^ "Request for Proposal (RFP) for Franchise Ownership". Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN). Retrieved 9 August 2024.
- ^ "CAN unveils new Nepal Premier League logo and schedule". Cricnepal. Retrieved 20 August 2024.
- ^ Mitra, Adreej Kumar (20 August 2024). "Cricket Association of Nepal reveals NPL logo during 'Celebration of Nepal Cricket' program". CricTracker. Retrieved 21 August 2024.
- ^ "Official NPL Logo and Symbolism". Official NPL Twitter. Retrieved 23 August 2024.
- ^ "Nepal Premier League to feature eight teams". Cricnepal. Retrieved 30 August 2024.
- ^ "CAN announces eight franchises for Nepal Premier League". Khabarhub. Retrieved 31 August 2024.
- ^ "CAN reveals eight team names for Nepal Premier League". Cricnepal. Retrieved 31 August 2024.
External links
- Nepal Premier League on Facebook
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- Koshi Province
- Madhesh Province
- Bagmati Province
- Gandaki Province
- Lumbini Province
- Karnali Province
- Sudurpashchim Province
- APF Club
- Nepal Army Club
- Nepal Police Club
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