Nepal Premier League Season 3
An independent, comprehensive guide to Nepal’s premier domestic Twenty20 cricket competition. Featuring 8 regional franchise teams, 32 high-stakes fixtures, and complete tournament coverage from Tribhuvan University International Cricket Stadium in Kirtipur.
Tournament Overview
The Nepal Premier League (NPL) represents the highest echelon of domestic franchise cricket in Nepal. Governed by the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN), Season 3 features eight province-based franchises competing in a month-long Twenty20 tournament at the central Tribhuvan University Ground.
Verified NPL Season 3 Factsheet
- Official Tournament Name
- Siddhartha Bank Nepal Premier League
- Sanctioning Body & Organizer
- Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN)
- Host Country & Jurisdiction
- Nepal (Domestic T20 Tier-1)
- Match Schedule Format
- Single Round-Robin followed by Page-Playoff System
- Official Match Timing (NPT)
- 12:30 PM & 5:00 PM Nepal Standard Time (UTC+5:45)
- Calendar Systems Displayed
- Bikram Sambat (BS 2083) primary · Gregorian secondary
8 Participating Franchise Teams
Eight city- and province-based franchises compete in Nepal Premier League Season 3. Each team represents a distinct regional heritage and passionate cricket community from across the country. All franchises play their scheduled fixtures at the central TU International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur.
Lumbini Lions
Base: Rupandehi
Sudurpaschim Royals
Base: Dhangadhi
Biratnagar Kings
Base: Biratnagar
Chitwan Rhinos
Base: Chitwan
Karnali Yaks
Base: Surkhet
Kathmandu Gorkhas
Base: Kathmandu
Pokhara Avengers
Base: Pokhara
Janakpur Bolts
Base: JanakpurTournament Format & Competition Rules
NPL Season 3 uses an internationally recognized franchise Twenty20 structure: a single round-robin group phase of 28 fixtures, followed by a 4-team Page-Playoff system designed to reward regular season consistency.
1. Round-Robin League Stage (28 Matches)
Every franchise plays each of the other 7 teams once during the group stage. Each franchise contests 7 league matches to determine their rank on the unified standings table.
- Match Win2 Points
- Tie / No Result / Weather Abandoned1 Point
- Match Loss0 Points
When two or more teams finish tied on points, rank is decided by the following hierarchy:
- Superior Net Run Rate (NRR)
- Greater number of total match wins
- Head-to-head match result between tied teams
Note: If a side is bowled out before completing 20 overs, their overs faced count as the full 20.0 overs for NRR computation.
2. Page-Playoff Progression (4 Matches)
Only the top 4 teams on the points table qualify for the post-season. The Page system gives the top two seeds an advantage via a second chance.
The top two teams on the league points table battle for direct entry to the Final. The winner advances straight to the Grand Final, while the loser earns a second opportunity in Qualifier 2.
Teams finishing 3rd and 4th face sudden death. The winner stays alive to contest Qualifier 2, while the loser is immediately eliminated from NPL Season 3 contention.
The loser of Qualifier 1 takes on the high-momentum winner of the Eliminator. The winner captures the second spot in the Grand Final, while the loser exits the tournament.
The crowning match of the season between the winners of Qualifier 1 and Qualifier 2. The winning team lifts the prestigious Siddhartha Bank Nepal Premier League Season 3 Trophy.
Follow real-time calculations and top-4 cutoff scenarios on our dedicated table.
Host Venue & Ground Information
All 32 fixtures of Nepal Premier League Season 3 are scheduled to take place exclusively at the Tribhuvan University (TU) International Cricket Stadium in Kirtipur. As the historical spiritual home of cricket in the country, the ground serves as the unified epicenter of the entire tournament.
Tournament Venue vs Franchise Home Ground Distinction
Key Editorial Clarification: While all eight NPL franchises draw their identities, fan bases, and pride from Nepal’s various provinces and cities (such as Koshi, Madhesh, Gandaki, Lumbini, Karnali, Sudurpaschim, Chitwan, and Kathmandu), no franchise possesses an individual home ground for NPL Season 3.
Every match is contested at the central TU International Cricket Stadium in Kirtipur. NPL Hub Nepal maintains strict data accuracy by never erroneously labeling TU Ground as the private home stadium of any single team.
Venue Environment & Spectator Setting
Situated amidst the rolling hills of Kirtipur on the outskirts of Kathmandu, TU Ground is renowned worldwide for its passionate, tree-lined grass-bank spectator hills and electric atmosphere. The stadium regularly hosts international fixtures, ICC World Cricket League matches, and national championships under natural daytime and afternoon lighting conditions.
Stadium Specifications
- Official Stadium Name
- Tribhuvan University International Cricket Stadium
- Common Designation
- TU Cricket Ground / TU Stadium
- Location
- Kirtipur, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Province, Nepal
- Proximity to City Center
- Approximately 5 km southwest of central Kathmandu
- Role in NPL Season 3
- Sole host venue for all 32 tournament fixtures (28 League + 4 Playoffs)
- Governing Authority
- Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) / Tribhuvan University
- Playing Surface
- Natural turf pitch with open outfield and surrounding grass banks
Platform Mission & Editorial Policy
Our Mission
NPL Hub Nepal was founded by Nepali cricket enthusiasts to provide domestic fans and diaspora followers with a clean, fast, authoritative, and ad-clutter-free digital guide to the Nepal Premier League.
In an era of clickbait rumors and outdated schedules, our goal is to deliver precision: real-time points tables, complete dual-calendar fixtures, verified squad updates, and transparent tournament reporting.
NPL Hub Nepal is an independent cricket information portal. It is not affiliated with, authorized, maintained, sponsored, or endorsed by the Nepal Premier League (NPL), the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN), or any participating cricket franchise.
All tournament names, franchise titles, team crests, and associated trademarks referenced on this website remain the exclusive property of their respective owners. Their presentation here is strictly for informational, editorial, and non-commercial fan reference.
Editorial & Data Accuracy Standards
Our platform operates under strict journalistic standards to guarantee unimpeachable data accuracy throughout NPL Season 3:
1. Zero Fabricated Data
We never invent player scores, match results, contract figures, or unverified squad rosters. When official details have not been released by CAN or franchise teams, we clearly label content as provisional or state 'To be announced'.
2. Dual-Calendar Respect
We recognize the paramount importance of the Nepali national calendar. All fixtures, match days, and schedules feature verified Bikram Sambat (BS 2083) dates alongside Gregorian dates.
3. Independent Editorial Integrity
Our analysis, schedules, and standings calculations are conducted independently to serve cricket fans. We do not accept promotional bias or alter statistics for commercial interests.
4. Rapid & Rigorous Corrections
If a tournament fixture time, venue condition, or squad registration changes, our centralized data layer updates synchronously across all pages without delay.
Explore NPL Season 3
Franchise Teams
Explore all 8 team profiles, regional backgrounds, confirmed captains, and squad announcements.
Players Directory
Verified profiles, playing roles, batting/bowling styles, and leadership rosters across all 8 teams.
Full Match Schedule
All 32 fixtures with Bikram Sambat dates, match times in NPT, stage breakdowns, and team filters.
Points Table & Standings
Live standings, wins, losses, Net Run Rates (NRR), and top-4 Page-Playoff qualification scenarios.
News & Tournament Updates
Independent reporting on draft announcements, stadium preparations, and editorial cricket insights.
Individual Match Pages
Dedicated match centers for every fixture with team crests, head-to-head info, and result-ready scorecards.