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The International Cricket Council has officially sanctioned the Nepal Premier League ahead of its third season. CAN confirmed the approval on October 16, 2026, just days before NPL Season 3 begins on October 26. The recognition strengthens the league’s international standing and removes a major regulatory hurdle for franchises recruiting overseas players.
The NPL 2026 schedule has been announced. Nepal Premier League Season 3 begins on October 26 with Lumbini Lions facing Sudurpaschim Royals, while the playoffs begin November 17 and the final will be played on November 21.
The Nepal Premier League (NPL) Season 3 is set to take place from October 26 to November 21, 2026. Promoted as the “Festival of Himalayas,” the third edition will once again bring Nepal’s premier franchise cricket competition to fans for nearly a month of action.
Team-wise NPL Season 3 auction sold list covering all 53 players bought by Biratnagar Kings, Chitwan Rhinos, Janakpur Bolts, Karnali Yaks, Kathmandu Gorkhas, Lumbini Lions, Pokhara Avengers and Sudurpaschim Royals.
Cricket fans across Nepal have another exciting date to mark on their calendars as the Nepal Premier League (NPL) Season 3 Player Auction is set to take place on July 6, 2026.