Latest NPL news
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- Pokhara Avengers Open Fan Parks in Pokhara, Bhaktapur
Pokhara Avengers have opened official NPL fan parks at Camping Chaur in Pokhara and Newa Nanee in Bhaktapur, with free entry on opening day and matches live.
- Sahibzada Farhan to Miss Karnali's First Two NPL Matches
Karnali Yaks' Sahibzada Farhan will return to Pakistan for national duty and miss the first two NPL Season 3 matches, with his return expected on October 31.
- NPL Season 3 to Generate Rs1.5 Billion in Business
CAN projects NPL Season 3 turnover of Rs1.5 billion: Rs750 million direct revenue, matching franchise spending, and a record Rs15 million winner prize.
- NPL Season 3 Begins Today: Lumbini vs Sudurpaschim
NPL Season 3 begins today at Kirtipur: Lumbini Lions face Sudurpaschim Royals in the 5 PM opener, with ICC recognition, DRS debut and a Rs15 million prize.
- Chitwan Rhinos Give 5% of Merchandise Sales to Rhinos
Chitwan Rhinos will give 5% of merchandise sales to one-horned rhino conservation, turning the franchise's rhino identity into support for Chitwan's animal.
- PM Balendra Shah to Attend NPL Season 3 Opening
PM Balendra Shah will attend the NPL Season 3 opening ceremony at Kirtipur on October 26, as Lumbini Lions face Sudurpaschim Royals in the 5 PM opener.
- Paras Khadka: NPL Must Build Nepal's Next Generation
CAN secretary Paras Khadka says NPL Season 3 must create a secure future for Nepal's next generation, with a 25,000-seat stadium and ICC full membership.
- TU Campus ID Card Mandatory During NPL Season 3
TU Campus in Kirtipur asks professors, employees and students to carry ID cards on entry during NPL Season 3 at TU Ground, from October 26 to November 21.
- Mark Watt Arrives in Nepal for Karnali Yaks NPL Season 3
Scotland all-rounder Mark Watt has arrived in Kathmandu for NPL Season 3, welcomed by Karnali Yaks ahead of their October 27 opener against Janakpur Bolts.
- CAN Urges Fans to Shun Piracy for NPL Season 3 Streams
CAN secretary Paras Khadka has urged fans to watch NPL Season 3 only via official platforms, saying piracy denies Nepali cricket revenue for grassroots cricket.
- Pakistan Players' NPL Participation in Doubt Over NOCs
Pakistan players' NPL participation is in doubt on the eve of the opener, after ESPNcricinfo reported PCB no-objection certificates have been put on hold.
- NPL Season 3 Winner Prize Raised to Rs15 Million
The NPL Season 3 winner will receive Rs15 million, up from Rs10 million in the first two seasons, after CAN raised the prize money before the Kirtipur opener.
- Hunain Shah Joins Janakpur Bolts for NPL Season 3
Pakistan fast bowler Hunain Shah has signed for Janakpur Bolts for NPL Season 3, bringing strong 2026 PSL and CPL wicket-taking form to the inaugural champions.
- Kirtipur Dressed Up as NPL Season 3 Eve Arrives
Kirtipur is decked out for the Nepal Premier League as Season 3 opens at the TU Ground on October 26, with decorated gates, new stands and a festival feel.
- Over 1,000 Police to Guard NPL Season 3 Daily
More than 1,000 police will be deployed daily for NPL Season 3 at Kirtipur, with drones, CCTV, sniffer dogs and Armed Police Force cover for players and fans.
- Biratnagar Kings Launch Official Mobile App for Fans
Biratnagar Kings have launched the beta version of their mobile app, giving fans live updates, predictions, a store and rewards ahead of NPL Season 3.
- Sam Heazlett Joins Kathmandu Gurkhas for NPL Season 3
Australian batter Sam Heazlett has joined Kathmandu Gurkhas for NPL Season 3 after leaving Biratnagar Kings, adding left-handed batting depth to the side.
- Fabian Allen Joins Sudurpaschim Royals for NPL Season 3
West Indies all-rounder Fabian Allen has signed for Sudurpaschim Royals for NPL Season 3, adding left-arm spin and lower-order power to the runners-up.
- Muktinath Bank Becomes Janakpur Bolts Banking Partner
Muktinath Bikas Bank has signed as the official banking partner of Janakpur Bolts for NPL Season 3, backing the first champions in their bid to win the title again.
- NPL Batting Records: Neesham, Rohit Lead the Charts
James Neesham's 31 sixes and Rohit Paudel's 44 fours lead the NPL batting records from two seasons, with Gous, Watt and Rossington owning the three centuries.