NPL 2026 Schedule & Fixtures
October 26 – November 21, 2026 · All matches at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur · Reviewed 24 October 2026
The Nepal Premier League Season 3 match schedule runs from October 26 to November 21, 2026, featuring 32 fixtures at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, Kathmandu. Eight franchise teams contest 28 group stage matches before advancing to the four-match playoff phase comprising Qualifier 1 on 17 November, the Eliminator on 18 November, Qualifier 2 on 19 November, and the Grand Finale on Saturday, 21 November. Defending champions Lumbini Lions play Sudurpaschim Royals in the opening match on Monday, October 26, at 5:00 PM NST. Matches broadcast live on Himalaya Television in Nepal and stream worldwide on the NetTV app.
NPL 2026 Schedule & Match Fixtures Overview
- Tournament Window: Nepal Premier League Season 3 runs from October 26 to November 21, 2026, staging 32 fixtures at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur.
- Opening Match: Defending champions Lumbini Lions face Sudurpaschim Royals in Match 1 on Monday, October 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM NST.
- Daily Match Slots: Standard double-header days feature afternoon fixtures at 12:30 PM NST and evening games at 5:00 PM NST under stadium floodlights.
- Playoff Stage: Post-league action begins with Qualifier 1 on 17 November, the Eliminator on 18 November, Qualifier 2 on 19 November, and the Grand Finale on Saturday, 21 November 2026.
- Broadcast & Ticketing: Live television broadcast airs on Himalaya TV, global live streaming streams on NetTV, and digital match passes are issued on eSewa.
Nepal Premier League Season 3 is scheduled from October 26 to November 21, 2026. The Cricket Association of Nepal released the complete day-by-day fixture list on September 20, 2026: 28 league matches followed by the Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2 and the Grand Finale. This independent fan guide brings together the full fixture list, match timings and links to team rosters.
The full 32-match season is scheduled at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, Kathmandu — the same venue that hosted the first two seasons. Defending champions Lumbini Lions open the tournament against Sudurpaschim Royals on Monday, October 26, at 5:00 PM NST.
Nepal Premier League NPL Match Schedule, Season 3
The confirmed fixtures for NPL Season 3 are listed below. All matches are scheduled to be played at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur.
Lumbini Lions
Sudurpaschim Royals
Biratnagar Kings
Chitwan Rhinos
Karnali Yaks
Janakpur Bolts
Pokhara AvengersSudurpaschim RoyalsJanakpur Bolts
Kathmandu GorkhasKarnali YaksBiratnagar KingsLumbini LionsChitwan RhinosSudurpaschim RoyalsBiratnagar KingsJanakpur BoltsPokhara AvengersKathmandu GorkhasKarnali YaksSudurpaschim RoyalsChitwan RhinosBiratnagar KingsJanakpur BoltsLumbini LionsPokhara AvengersLumbini LionsJanakpur BoltsKathmandu GorkhasBiratnagar KingsSudurpaschim RoyalsKarnali YaksChitwan RhinosPokhara AvengersKathmandu GorkhasLumbini LionsPokhara AvengersKarnali YaksChitwan RhinosKathmandu GorkhasSudurpaschim RoyalsJanakpur BoltsBiratnagar KingsPokhara AvengersKarnali YaksLumbini LionsKathmandu GorkhasSudurpaschim RoyalsJanakpur BoltsChitwan RhinosBiratnagar KingsLumbini LionsChitwan RhinosKarnali YaksPokhara AvengersKathmandu Gorkhas
Qualifier 1 (1st Place)(2nd Place)Eliminator (3rd Place)(4th Place)Qualifier 2 (Loser of Q1)(Winner of Eliminator)Grand FinaleFinalistsNPL 2026 Fixtures Table
Complete tabular view of all 32 fixtures, times, and venues for Nepal Premier League Season 3.
| Match | Date & Day | Fixture | Time (NST) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match 1 | 26 Oct | Mon | Lumbini Lions vs Sudurpaschim Royals | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 2 | 27 Oct | Tue | Biratnagar Kings vs Chitwan Rhinos | 12:30 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 3 | 27 Oct | Tue | Karnali Yaks vs Janakpur Bolts | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 4 | 28 Oct | Wed | Pokhara Avengers vs Sudurpaschim Royals | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 5 | 29 Oct | Thu | Janakpur Bolts vs Kathmandu Gorkhas | 12:30 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 6 | 29 Oct | Thu | Karnali Yaks vs Biratnagar Kings | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| — | 30 Oct | Fri | REST DAY | ||
| Match 7 | 31 Oct | Sat | Lumbini Lions vs Chitwan Rhinos | 12:30 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 8 | 31 Oct | Sat | Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 9 | 1 Nov | Sun | Janakpur Bolts vs Pokhara Avengers | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 10 | 2 Nov | Mon | Kathmandu Gorkhas vs Karnali Yaks | 12:30 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 11 | 2 Nov | Mon | Sudurpaschim Royals vs Chitwan Rhinos | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 12 | 3 Nov | Tue | Biratnagar Kings vs Janakpur Bolts | 12:30 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 13 | 3 Nov | Tue | Lumbini Lions vs Pokhara Avengers | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| — | 4 Nov | Wed | REST DAY | ||
| Match 14 | 5 Nov | Thu | Lumbini Lions vs Janakpur Bolts | 12:30 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 15 | 5 Nov | Thu | Kathmandu Gorkhas vs Biratnagar Kings | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 16 | 6 Nov | Fri | Sudurpaschim Royals vs Karnali Yaks | 12:30 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 17 | 6 Nov | Fri | Chitwan Rhinos vs Pokhara Avengers | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 18 | 7 Nov | Sat | Kathmandu Gorkhas vs Lumbini Lions | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| — | 8 Nov | Sun | REST DAY | ||
| Match 19 | 9 Nov | Mon | Pokhara Avengers vs Karnali Yaks | 12:30 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 20 | 9 Nov | Mon | Chitwan Rhinos vs Kathmandu Gorkhas | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 21 | 10 Nov | Tue | Sudurpaschim Royals vs Janakpur Bolts | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| — | 11 Nov | Wed | REST DAY | ||
| Match 22 | 12 Nov | Thu | Biratnagar Kings vs Pokhara Avengers | 12:30 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 23 | 12 Nov | Thu | Karnali Yaks vs Lumbini Lions | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 24 | 13 Nov | Fri | Kathmandu Gorkhas vs Sudurpaschim Royals | 12:30 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 25 | 13 Nov | Fri | Janakpur Bolts vs Chitwan Rhinos | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 26 | 14 Nov | Sat | Biratnagar Kings vs Lumbini Lions | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 27 | 15 Nov | Sun | Chitwan Rhinos vs Karnali Yaks | 12:30 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Match 28 | 15 Nov | Sun | Pokhara Avengers vs Kathmandu Gorkhas | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Qualifier 1Playoff | 17 Nov | Tue | Qualifier 1 (1st Place) vs (2nd Place) | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| EliminatorPlayoff | 18 Nov | Wed | Eliminator (3rd Place) vs (4th Place) | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Qualifier 2Playoff | 19 Nov | Thu | Qualifier 2 (Loser of Q1) vs (Winner of Eliminator) | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
| Grand FinalePlayoff | 21 Nov | Sat | Grand Finale vs Finalists | 5:00 PM | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground |
Tournament Phases & Schedule Breakdown
Nepal Premier League Season 3 unfolds across three structured phases in Kirtipur:
Phase 1: League Stage
Matches 1 to 28 run from October 26 to 15 November 2026. Each of the eight franchise teams plays seven round-robin matches. Standard double-header timings run at 12:30 PM NST and 5:00 PM NST.
Phase 2: Scheduled Rest Days
Scheduled rest days on 30 October, 4 November, 8 November and 11 November 2026 allow pitch maintenance, squad recovery, and practice sessions at Kirtipur.
Phase 3: Playoff Stage
The top four teams advance to the playoffs: Qualifier 1 on 17 November, Eliminator on 18 November, Qualifier 2 on 19 November, and the championship Grand Finale on Saturday, 21 November 2026.
Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur
Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur is the confirmed venue for every fixture in the Season 3 schedule released by the Cricket Association of Nepal on September 20, 2026.
Pitch behaviour depends on the prepared surface and match-day conditions. This schedule does not forecast spin, dew or a toss advantage. A useful pitch report needs observations close to the match, not assumptions based on the tournament month.
For a ground visit, check the entrance, seat category, accessibility arrangements and permitted items on the event notice. See the Kirtipur venue guide and ticket information before making plans.
Participating Franchise Teams in NPL 2026
Eight franchise teams appear in the Season 3 directory. Their pages separate retentions, auction records and reported overseas signings. These recruitment lists are not match-day starting XIs. The points table remains in preseason state.
Broadcasting, Live Streaming, and Match Tickets
The September 7 rights announcements identify separate providers for Nepal television, worldwide OTT streaming and ticketing. Consumer prices, channel listings and ticket-sale openings require separate confirmation.
📺 Television Broadcast
Himalaya Television Network holds Nepal linear television rights. Confirm the channel and match listing with your TV provider; the rights announcement does not specify studio programming or a consumer package.
📱 Live Streaming (OTT)
NetTV holds worldwide OTT rights. Check the provider’s Season 3 listing for country access, devices and pass prices before subscribing.
🎟️ Match Tickets
eSewa holds ticketing rights. The reviewed rights announcement does not give an opening date for sales, ticket prices or seat categories. Follow the provider’s event notice before paying.
Competition Rules & Championship Decider
The tournament window alone does not settle the match order or competition regulations. Use the published Season 3 rules for points awards, tie-breakers, qualification and any reserve-day arrangements.
November 21 is the announced final date. Qualifier and eliminator dates, start times and pairings require the fixture release; they should not be inferred from the final date.
Frequently Asked Questions About NPL 2026 Schedule
When does NPL 2026 start and end?
Nepal Premier League Season 3 runs from October 26 to November 21, 2026. The tournament spans 27 days with the championship final closing the schedule.
Where will NPL 2026 matches be played?
Every match is played at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, Kathmandu — the sole venue in the fixture list released by the Cricket Association of Nepal on September 20, 2026.
How can I watch NPL 2026 live?
Himalaya Television holds Nepal TV rights and NetTV holds worldwide OTT rights. Match listings and consumer access terms require separate confirmation.
How many teams compete in NPL 2026?
Eight franchise teams compete: Lumbini Lions (defending champions), Sudurpaschim Royals, Janakpur Bolts, Kathmandu Gorkhas, Pokhara Avengers, Chitwan Rhinos, Biratnagar Kings, and Karnali Yaks.
Has the day-by-day match schedule been released?
Yes. The Cricket Association of Nepal released the full day-by-day fixture list on September 20, 2026: 28 league matches from October 26 to November 15, then Qualifier 1 (17 November), the Eliminator (18 November), Qualifier 2 (19 November) and the Grand Finale on Saturday, 21 November. Single-header days start at 5:00 PM NST; double-header days feature games at 12:30 PM and 5:00 PM NST.
Where can I buy NPL 2026 tickets?
eSewa holds Season 3 ticketing rights. Check its event notice for sales opening, prices and booking conditions; no sale date is established by the reviewed rights announcement.
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