- Teams (8 franchises):
Why NPL 2025 Matters
- This is the second edition of the NPL franchise-based T20 tournament — a significant step in boosting domestic cricket in Nepal.
- With 8 franchises competing, including well-known names like Janakpur Bolts, Biratnagar Kings, Sudurpaschim Royals, and more, the league brings talent from across the country.
- All matches are hosted at a single, central venue — the TU Cricket Ground at Kirtipur — making it easier for fans and creating a consistent playing environment.
- The playoff format (Qualifier, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, Grand Finale) ensures every top-ranked team gets a fair chance — keeping competition fierce until the last ball.
The wait is finally over! Nepal Premier League Season 2 brings together eight power-packed teams, one iconic venue, and nearly a month of cricketing thrill. From explosive opening clashes to nerve-wracking playoffs, this season promises a celebration of Nepali cricket at its finest.
Tournament Overview
- League Stage: November 17, 2025 – December 7, 2025
- Playoffs & Knockouts: December 9–11, 2025
- Grand Finale: December 13, 2025 at 3:30 PM local time
- Venue: All matches will be held at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur, Kathmandu.
Get ready — it’s going to be a thrilling ride from the first ball to the Grand Finale.
| Date | Day (English / Nepali) | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 17, Mon / १ मंसिर | Janakpur Bolts vs Kathmandu Gorkhas — 4:00 PM | |
| Nov 18, Tue / २ मंसिर | Chitwan Rhinos vs Karnali Yaks — 11:45 AM Biratnagar Kings vs Pokhara Avengers — 4:00 PM |
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| Nov 19, Wed / ३ मंसिर | Kathmandu Gorkhas vs Sudurpaschim Royals — 4:00 PM | |
| Nov 20, Thu / ४ मंसिर | Lumbini Lions vs Chitwan Rhinos — 4:00 PM | |
| Nov 21, Fri / ५ मंसिर | Pokhara Avengers vs Sudurpaschim Royals — 4:00 PM | |
| Nov 22, Sat / ६ मंसिर | Karnali Yaks vs Lumbini Lions — 11:45 AM Kathmandu Gorkhas vs Biratnagar Kings — 4:00 PM | |
| Nov 24, Mon / ८ मंसिर | Janakpur Bolts vs Biratnagar Kings — 11:45 AM Sudurpaschim Royals vs Karnali Yaks — 4:00 PM | |
| Nov 25, Tue / ९ मंसिर | Kathmandu Gorkhas vs Lumbini Lions — 4:00 PM | |
| Nov 26, Wed / १० मंसिर | Biratnagar Kings vs Chitwan Rhinos — 4:00 PM | |
| Nov 27, Thu / ११ मंसिर | Lumbini Lions vs Sudurpaschim Royals — 11:45 AM Janakpur Bolts vs Pokhara Avengers — 4:00 PM | |
| Nov 28, Fri / १२ मंसिर | Chitwan Rhinos vs Kathmandu Gorkhas — 11:45 AM Karnali Yaks vs Biratnagar Kings — 4:00 PM | |
| Nov 29, Sat / १३ मंसिर | 1. Pokhara Avengers vs Lumbini Lions — 11:45 AM 2. Sudurpaschim Royals vs Janakpur Bolts — 4:00 PM |
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| Nov 30, Sun / १४ मंसिर | Karnali Yaks vs Kathmandu Gorkhas — 3:30 PM | |
| Dec 02, Tue / १६ मंसिर | 1. Janakpur Bolts vs Chitwan Rhinos — 11:45 AM Pokhara 2. Avengers vs Karnali Yaks — 4:00 PM |
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| Dec 03, Wed / १७ मंसिर | 1. Biratnagar Kings vs Lumbini Lions — 4:00 PM | |
| Dec 04, Thu / १८ मंसिर | 1. Pokhara Avengers vs Kathmandu Gorkhas — 11:45 AM 2. Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings — 4:00 PM |
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| Dec 05, Fri / १९ मंसिर | 1. Lumbini Lions vs Janakpur Bolts — 4:00 PM | |
| Dec 06, Sat / २० मंसिर | 1.Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings — 11:15 AM 2. Chitwan Rhinos vs Pokhara Avengers — 3:30 PM |
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| Dec 07, Sun / २१ मंसिर | 1. Karnali Yaks vs Janakpur Bolts — 3:30 PM |
Knockouts & Grand Finale
| Date | Day (Nepali) | Match | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 09, Tue / २३ मंसिर | Qualifier 1 — 1st Place vs 2nd Place | 4:00 PM | |
| Dec 10, Wed / २४ मंसिर | Eliminator — 3rd vs 4th | 4:00 PM | |
| Dec 11, Thu / २५ मंसिर | Qualifier 2 — Loser of Q1 vs Winner of Eliminator | 4:00 PM | |
| Dec 13, Sat / २६ मंसिर | GRAND FINALE | 3:30 PM |
- Teams (8 franchises):
Why NPL 2025 Matters
- This is the second edition of the NPL franchise-based T20 tournament — a significant step in boosting domestic cricket in Nepal.
- With 8 franchises competing, including well-known names like Janakpur Bolts, Biratnagar Kings, Sudurpaschim Royals, and more, the league brings talent from across the country.
- All matches are hosted at a single, central venue — the TU Cricket Ground at Kirtipur — making it easier for fans and creating a consistent playing environment.
- The playoff format (Qualifier, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, Grand Finale) ensures every top-ranked team gets a fair chance — keeping competition fierce until the last ball.
