KATHMANDU, Oct. 22: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially recognized all matches of the third edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) as List A T20 events.
The matches will be played at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, starting October 26.
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With this recognition, players' performances in the tournament will be included in official T20 statistics, enhancing the visibility and credibility of Nepali cricket.
Paras Khadka, secretary of the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN), said the recognition would significantly contribute to the development and professionalization of cricket in Nepal and strengthen its international standing.
The NPL will run from October 26 to November 21, featuring eight teams.