Prime Minister Balendra Shah to attend NPL opening, wishes tournament success

Summary

Prime Minister Balendra Shah will attend the opening ceremony of the third Nepal Premier League and has wished players, organisers and the Cricket Association of Nepal success. The tournament begins at TU International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur with higher commercial stakes, new DRS use and expected turnover of up to Rs1.5 billion.

Key Points
  • Prime Minister Balendra Shah will attend the opening ceremony of the third edition of the Nepal Premier League on Monday.
  • Shah wished success to Nepali and international players, organisers and the Cricket Association of Nepal.
  • The league begins at TU International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur and runs until November 21.
  • CAN expects the tournament to generate up to Rs1.5 billion in total turnover, boosted by sponsorship, ticketing and broadcasting.
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