Kathmandu. The third edition of Nepal Premier League (NPL) is starting from today. In the opening match of the tournament, the former winner Lumbini Lions and the runner-up Sudurpaschim Royals are competing.
The match will start at 5 pm at TU ground in Kirtipur. The organizer Nepal Cricket Association (CAN) has brought extensive changes for the tournament which will last for about a month.
DRS system has been implemented for the first time. Similarly, the arrival of foreign star players has made the competition more level. Eight teams are participating in the competition. Janakpur Bolts won the title in the first season and Lumbini Lions became champions in the second season.
The winner of the competition will receive 15 million and the runner-up will receive 80 million. Similarly, the third and fourth place teams will receive 40 and 30 lakh respectively.