NPL 2026 · 26 Oct to 21 Nov 2026
NPL 2026 questions and answers
The Nepal Premier League 2026 started on 26 Oct 2026 and ends on 21 Nov 2026. NPL 2026 has 8 teams, 28 league matches and 4 playoff matches, all at Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground, Kirtipur.
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When does NPL 2026 start and end?
NPL 2026 started on Monday 26 October 2026 and ends on Saturday 21 November 2026. The opening match was Match 1, Sudurpaschim Royals v Lumbini Lions.
When is the NPL 2026 final?
The NPL 2026 final is on Saturday 21 November 2026 at 5:00 PM NPT, at Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground, Kirtipur. The two finalists are decided in the playoffs. The start time can change, so the match page always shows the latest.
Which teams play in NPL 2026?
NPL 2026 has 8 teams: Biratnagar Kings, Chitwan Rhinos, Janakpur Bolts, Karnali Yaks, Kathmandu Gorkhas, Lumbini Lions, Pokhara Avengers and Sudurpaschim Royals. Each team has a page with its squad, fixtures and results.
Where are the NPL 2026 matches played?
All 32 matches of NPL 2026 are played at Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground, Kirtipur.
What is the format of NPL 2026?
NPL 2026 has a league stage and a playoff stage, 32 matches in all. In the league stage the 8 teams play each other once, which makes 28 matches. The top four teams then play Qualifier 1, the Eliminator, Qualifier 2 and the Final. Every match is a T20 with 20 overs a side.
Which teams reach the NPL 2026 playoffs?
The top four teams after the league stage reach the playoffs. After 24 of 28 league matches the top four are Sudurpaschim Royals, Lumbini Lions, Kathmandu Gorkhas and Biratnagar Kings.
How do points work in NPL 2026?
A win earns 2 points in NPL 2026, a tie earns 1 point and a loss earns 0 points. A match with no result, or an abandoned match, earns 1 point for each team. Our table ranks teams by points, then most wins, then net run rate, then the result between the two teams.
What is net run rate in NPL 2026?
Net run rate (NRR) is the runs a team scores per over minus the runs it gives away per over, across its league matches. A higher number is better. A team that is bowled out counts as having used all its overs. No-result and abandoned matches and super overs do not count. Net run rate separates teams that are level on points and wins.
Who leads the NPL 2026 points table?
After 24 of 28 league matches, Sudurpaschim Royals lead the NPL 2026 table with 10 points and a net run rate of +0.135, ahead of Lumbini Lions on 9 points. Our table is worked out from the match scorecards and updates after every match.
Who won the previous NPL seasons?
Janakpur Bolts won NPL 2024 and Lumbini Lions won NPL 2025. Janakpur Bolts beat Sudurpaschim Royals by 5 wickets in the NPL 2024 final on Saturday 21 December 2024. Lumbini Lions beat Sudurpaschim Royals by 6 wickets in the NPL 2025 final on Saturday 13 December 2025.
What time do NPL 2026 matches start?
NPL 2026 matches start at 12:30 PM or 5:00 PM Nepal time (NPT, UTC+5:45). On a day with two matches the first starts at 12:30 PM and the second at 5:00 PM. A day with one match starts at 5:00 PM. The times by country page shows every match in the local time of 13 countries, including Australia, UAE, UK and USA.
Where can I follow NPL 2026 live scores?
You can follow every NPL 2026 match live on Himal Cricket. The home page leads with the match that is on now, and each match page has ball-by-ball commentary, the scorecard and graphs. Times are in Nepal time, with your own time shown next to them.