Kathmandu. Prime Minister Balen Shah will inaugurate the third edition of Nepal Premier League (NPL). The NPL is starting today at Tribhuvan University (Trivi) International Cricket Ground.
Press and research expert Deepa Dahal informed that Prime Minister Balen will inaugurate the NPL tournament. Prime Minister Balen has wished Nepali cricket, calling the NPL starting today the biggest sports tournament in Nepal.
Nepal’s biggest sports tournament NPL is starting today. Within a few years it has evolved into a major sports festival. A warm welcome to all international players and commentators who have come to participate in the league. Best wishes to the Nepalese players, organizers and CAN for this beautiful tournament. May Nepali cricket live forever,” he said.
The winners of the previous edition, Lumbini Lions, and the runners-up, Sudurpaschim Royals, will compete in today’s inaugural match. The match between these two is scheduled to start at 4:30 PM.
Along with Lumbini Lions and Sudurpaschim Royals, Janakpur Bolts, Kathmandu Gorkhaz, Chitwan Rhinos, Biratnagar Kings, Pokhara Avengers and Karnali Yaks have participated in the tournament.