
Captain: Karan KC
Nepal Premier League Season 3 brings together eight franchises, star captains, retained cores, and auction signings — everything you need to follow every NPL 2026 squad.
8
Teams
2026
Season
Kirtipur
Venue
T20
Format
Cricket excitement is growing in Nepal as the country's top T20 league, the Nepal Premier League Season 3, returns with even more energy and competition. The NPL T20 tournament brings together young talent and experienced players, giving local cricketers a strong platform while adding international coaching expertise to raise the overall standard of the game.
Organized by the Cricket Association of Nepal, the Nepal Premier League has quickly become the nation's premier domestic T20 competition since its launch in 2024. With strong fan support and improved production, NPL 2026 Season 3 is expected to deliver even more competitive and entertaining cricket.
The previous season saw Janakpur Bolts lift the title after a thrilling final against Sudurpaschim Royals, setting the stage for another exciting campaign in the Nepal Premier League.
The 2026 edition features eight city-based teams, increasing regional rivalries and fan engagement. Matches will be played at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur from October to November, with day and night fixtures scheduled throughout the tournament.
Before the auction, all eight franchises locked in their core squads. Each team could retain up to seven players — building a stable foundation before completing their roster through the mini auction.
52
Total Retained
8
Franchises
7
Max Per Team
Jul 6
Auction Date

Captain: Karan KC

Captain: Rohit Paudel

Captain: Sandeep Lamichhane

Captain: Kushal Malla

Captain: Anil Sah

Captain: Kushal Bhurtel

Captain: Sompal Kami

Captain: Dipendra Singh Airee
NPL 2026 follows a round-robin league format where every match matters. The top four teams advance to a high-stakes playoff bracket culminating in the final.
8 Franchises
City-based teams compete in Nepal Premier League Season 3.
Oct 17 – Nov 13
League stage followed by playoffs and the grand final.
TU Ground, Kirtipur
All matches hosted at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground.
Round-Robin League
Each team plays every other team once in the league stage.
Top 4 Playoffs
Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the Final decide the champion.
Day & Night Games
Fixtures scheduled across day and evening slots throughout the tournament.
NPL Season 3 is the 2026 edition of Nepal Premier League, the country’s top domestic T20 cricket tournament.
Eight franchises will compete in the 2026 season, each representing a different city of Nepal.
Janakpur Bolts won the previous season after defeating Sudurpaschim Royals in the final.
The tournament runs from October to November 2026.
The top four teams move into playoffs, featuring Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the Final.
Players like Dev Khanal, Arjun Saud, Pawan Sarraf, and Mohammad Aadil Alam were among the top-priced picks.