KATHMANDU: The Siddhartha Bank Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2025 returns for its electrifying second season, showcasing Nepal’s finest cricketing talent alongside global stars like Faf du Plessis, Jason Roy, and Chris Lynn. Organized by the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN), this men’s T20 franchise league promises non-stop action, fierce rivalries, and unforgettable moments as eight city-based teams battle for supremacy.
Key Dates: The tournament kicks off on November 17, 2025, with defending champions Janakpur Bolts facing Kathmandu Gurkhas in the opener. The league stage runs through December 7, featuring 28 matches, followed by playoffs from December 9–13. The grand final is set for December 13, 2025, crowning the champions in a high-stakes showdown.
Competing Teams:
- Biratnagar Kings
- Chitwan Rhinos
- Janakpur Bolts
- Karnali Yaks
- Kathmandu Gurkhas
- Pokhara Avengers
- Sudurpaschim Royals
- Lumbini Lions
Each team boasts a dynamic squad of retained domestic stars and auction buys, blending local heroes with international flair for explosive T20 cricket.
Venues: All 32 matches (28 league + 4 playoffs) will light up Nepal’s iconic Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur (home to all fixtures with new floodlights for day-night thrillers) bringing the action closer to fans nationwide.
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