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The inaugural Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2024 kicked off on Saturday, November 30, at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, Nepal. The competition began with a dominant performance by the Janakpur Bolts, who defeated the Biratnagar Kings by eight wickets in the opening match.
Organized by the Cricket Association of Nepal, the NPL 2024 features eight teams competing in a total of 32 matches in a T20 format.
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Nepal Premier League: Get NPL 2024 points table and standings
| NPL 2024 | Played | Win | Loss | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sudurpaschim Royals | 5 | 4 | 1 | 8 |
| Janakpur Bolts | 5 | 4 | 1 | 8 |
| Chitwan Rhinos | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| Karnali Yaks | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| Kathmandu Gurkhas | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Lumbini Lions | 6 | 1 | 5 | 2 |
| Pokhara Avengers | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| Biratnagar Kings | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
NPL 2024 Format
- The league phase follows a single round-robin format, where each team plays against the other seven teams once.
- Teams earn:
- 2 points for a win.
- 1 point for a tie or no result.
- If teams are tied on points, the Net Run Rate (NRR) determines the rankings.
Playoffs Structure
- Eliminator: 3rd-placed team vs. 4th-placed team on December 18.
- Qualifier 1: 1st-placed team vs. 2nd-placed team on December 18.
- Qualifier 2: Winner of Eliminator vs. Loser of Qualifier 1.
- Final: December 21 at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground.
Prominent Players
- Janakpur Bolts: James Neesham
- Biratnagar Kings: Martin Guptill
- Karnali Yaks: Shikhar Dhawan
- Lumbini Lions: Ben Cutting
- Pokhara Avengers: Bas De Leede, Andries Gous
The tournament promises an exciting mix of domestic talent and international stars, showcasing the growth of cricket in Nepal.
Stay tuned for updates on standings and match results as the NPL 2024 unfolds!
