NPL 2026
Nepal Premier League
Auction, teams, schedule and live updates
Follow the Nepal Premier League Season 3 auction, squad-building updates, fixtures, tickets and match coverage from one fan-focused NPL hub.
ScheduleSaif Ali Zaib returns to Sudurpaschim Royals for NPL Season 3
Nepal Premier League Season 3 gets October 26 start and November 21 final
Harmeet Singh joins Janakpur Bolts as captain for NPL Season 3
Sudurpaschim Royals renew Marvel Technoplast partnership before NPL Season 3
Ajantha Mendis named Pokhara Avengers head coach for NPL Season 3
Nepal Premier League 2026 Ticket Watch: Booking Status and Fan Guide for Kirtipur
Nepal Premier League 2026 Schedule Watch: Dates Confirmed, Fixtures Awaited
Nepal Premier League Category C: 17 Players Signed in Season 3 Auction
What is Nepal Premier League 2026?
Nepal Premier League 2026 is the third season of Nepal's franchise T20 cricket competition, bringing eight teams together for a tournament window from October 26 to November 21, 2026. This homepage keeps the key fan details in one place: latest NPL news, auction updates, upcoming matches, points table, teams, players, tickets and streaming guides.
Use this NPL fan guide to follow the Season 3 build-up after the July auction, track the next matches at Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground, Kirtipur, and move quickly to the pages that matter most before the tournament begins.
MATCHES
NPL 2026 Points Table
Standings are in pre-season state. Wins, losses, net run rate and playoff qualification will update after official NPL 2026 matches begin.
| Team | Matches | Won | Loss | Form Guide | Net Run Rate | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1Biratnagar Kings |
0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0.000 | 0 |
2Chitwan Rhinos |
0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0.000 | 0 |
3Janakpur Bolts |
0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0.000 | 0 |
4Karnali Yaks |
0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0.000 | 0 |
5Kathmandu Gurkhas |
0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0.000 | 0 |
6Lumbini Lions |
0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0.000 | 0 |
7Pokhara Avengers |
0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0.000 | 0 |
8Sudurpaschim Royals |
0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0.000 | 0 |
Latest News
Fresh NPL Season 3 auction stories, player updates and streaming guides from the latest published coverage.
Saif Ali Zaib returns to Sudurpaschim Royals for NPL Season 3
Sudurpaschim Royals have brought Saif Ali Zaib back for NPL Season 3 as their first overseas signing after two straight runner-up finishes.
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Nepal Premier League Season 3 gets October 26 start and November 21 final
Nepal Premier League Season 3 will run from October 26 to November 21, 2026, with the full match fixture list still awaiting release.
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Harmeet Singh joins Janakpur Bolts as captain for NPL Season 3
Janakpur Bolts have signed Harmeet Singh and named the USA all-rounder captain for Nepal Premier League Season 3.
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Sudurpaschim Royals renew Marvel Technoplast partnership before NPL Season 3
Sudurpaschim Royals have extended Marvel Technoplast as Excellence Partner for NPL Season 3, keeping a second-year commercial partnership in place.
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Ajantha Mendis named Pokhara Avengers head coach for NPL Season 3
Pokhara Avengers have appointed former Sri Lanka mystery spinner Ajantha Mendis as head coach before Nepal Premier League Season 3.
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Nepal Premier League 2026 Ticket Watch: Booking Status and Fan Guide for Kirtipur
NPL 2026 ticket demand is expected to be strong, but Season 3 booking links, prices and entry rules should be verified after the final schedule is released.
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Nepal Premier League 2026 Schedule Watch: Dates Confirmed, Fixtures Awaited
NPL Season 3 now has an October 26-November 21 tournament window, but the full Nepal Premier League 2026 fixture list still needs release.
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Nepal Premier League Category C: 17 Players Signed in Season 3 Auction
Seventeen Category C players were signed in the Nepal Premier League Season 3 auction, giving franchises important domestic depth before NPL 2026.
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Stats begin after fixtures
NPL 2026
Official score data pending
Batting Table
Available after matches
Kushal Bhurtel
Pokhara Avengers
Dipendra Singh
Sudurpaschim Royals
Aarif Sheikh
Janakpur Bolts
Bowling Table
Available after matches
Sandeep Lamichhane
Biratnagar Kings
Karan KC
Kathmandu Gurkhas
Sompal Kami
Karnali Yaks
Nepal Premier League 2026 Tournament Format
T20 Round-Robin Format
8 franchises battle in a single round-robin league stage (28 matches), with the top 4 teams advancing to the playoffs.
Playoff System
IPL-style playoffs: Qualifier 1 (1st vs 2nd), Eliminator (3rd vs 4th), Qualifier 2, followed by the Grand Final in Kathmandu.
Floodlit TU Ground
Matches hosted at the upgraded Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur featuring high-grade floodlights.
Overseas & Domestic Core
Each squad features marquee domestic captains, retained stars, and up to 4 international marquee signings.
Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground
Located in Kirtipur, Kathmandu, TU Ground is Nepal's premier cricket cathedral. Upgraded with modern high-lumen floodlight towers and enhanced seating infrastructure for NPL 2026.
Where to Watch NPL 2026 Live Worldwide
FAQs
Quick answers for fans following Nepal Premier League 2026 fixtures, teams, tickets, streaming and auction updates.
When will Nepal Premier League 2026 start?
Nepal Premier League Season 3 is scheduled from October 26 to November 21, 2026; the full match-by-match fixture list is still awaiting release.
How many teams play in NPL 2026?
Eight franchises are part of NPL 2026: Janakpur Bolts, Kathmandu Gurkhas, Chitwan Rhinos, Karnali Yaks, Biratnagar Kings, Pokhara Avengers, Lumbini Lions and Sudurpaschim Royals.
Where are the NPL 2026 matches played?
Kirtipur remains the main venue to monitor, but final venue allocation should be checked once the official fixture list is released.
Where can I check NPL 2026 latest news?
The Latest News section on this homepage links to current NPL auction, squad, streaming and tournament updates, with the full archive available from the News page.
Where can I follow NPL 2026 tickets and streaming?
Use the Tickets, Schedule and Streaming links to follow official ticket availability, fixture timing and match viewing updates as they are released.