Think Beyond Franchises
Summary
The Nepal Premier League’s third edition is being held entirely at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, raising questions about centralization and access for fans outside Kathmandu. The article calls for the league and the government to prioritize sports infrastructure in other regions and eventually host matches beyond the capital.
Key Points
- All 32 matches of the third Nepal Premier League are being played at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur.
- The article says the setup benefits Kathmandu businesses while depriving other regions of economic and fan engagement opportunities.
- It argues that Nepal needs better cricket infrastructure, including completion of the Mulpani ground, to support decentralization.
- The piece urges the Nepal Premier League to gradually move some matches to other grounds across the country.
