NPL set to kick off with bigger stars and Rs1.5 billion in sight
Summary
The Nepal Premier League is set to begin its third season in Kirtipur with bigger international stars, DRS and projected turnover of Rs1.5 billion. Organizers say rising sponsorship, ticket sales and franchise spending are turning the tournament into a major commercial force in Nepal.
Key Points
- The third season of the Nepal Premier League starts Monday at the TU International Cricket Stadium in Kirtipur, Kathmandu, with global cricket stars and DRS added to the competition.
- CAN expects the tournament to generate more than Rs1.5 billion in turnover, driven by sponsorships, ticket sales, broadcasting and franchise spending.
- Prize money has been increased, with the winner set to receive Rs15 million and CAN’s operational costs projected to rise to around Rs300 million.
- Business leaders and franchise officials say the league is boosting the economy, brand activity, tourism and sports-related spending across Nepal.
