NPL 2025 Schedule : Nepal Premier League Fixtures, Match Dates & Venues
The Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2025 is back for its second season, running from 17 November to 15 December 2025. Matches will be played across 1 venues — Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground (Kirtipur). Fans can now check the full NPL Schedule 2025, including match dates, times, venues, and team fixtures. Whether you’re looking for the NPL Match Schedule 2025, the NPL cricket 2025 Schedule, or the Nepal Premier League 2025 schedule, this page provides everything in one place.
Eight top teams will compete in 32 matches, featuring a mix of league games and playoffs. After the success of NPL 2024, this year promises even more competitive cricket and local talent. For live fixtures and daily updates, visit the NPL Schedule Today section.
Quick Tournament Overview
| Tournament | Siddhartha Bank NPL 2025 |
|---|---|
| Edition | 2nd |
| Start Date | 17 November 2025 |
| Final Date | 15 December 2025 |
| Total Teams | 8 |
| Total Matches | 32 |
| Venue | TU International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur |
| Prize Money | रू3 Crore |
NPL Schedule 2025 – Full Fixtures and Match Dates
Below is the complete NPL match schedule featuring dates, times, venues, and team details for the 2025 season.
NPL Match Schedule 2025
View NPL Schedule 2025 Full Match Schedule by Team
| Date | Time (Local NPT) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, 27 Nov ’25 | 11:45 AM | Lumbini Lions vs Sudur Paschim Royals | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Thu, 27 Nov ’25 | 4:00 PM | Janakpur Bolts vs Pokhara Avengers | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Fri, 28 Nov ’25 | 11:45 AM | Chitwan Rhinos vs Kathmandu Gorkhas | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Fri, 28 Nov ’25 | 4:00 PM | Biratnagar Kings vs Karnali Yaks | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Sat, 29 Nov ’25 | 11:15 AM | Lumbini Lions vs Pokhara Avengers | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Sat, 29 Nov ’25 | 3:30 PM | Janakpur Bolts vs Sudur Paschim Royals | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Sun, 30 Nov ’25 | 3:30 PM | Karnali Yaks vs Kathmandu Gorkhas | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Tue, 02 Dec ’25 | 11:45 AM | Chitwan Rhinos vs Janakpur Bolts | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Tue, 02 Dec ’25 | 4:00 PM | Karnali Yaks vs Pokhara Avengers | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Wed, 03 Dec ’25 | 4:00 PM | Biratnagar Kings vs Lumbini Lions | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Thu, 04 Dec ’25 | 11:45 AM | Kathmandu Gorkhas vs Pokhara Avengers | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Thu, 04 Dec ’25 | 4:00 PM | Chitwan Rhinos vs Sudur Paschim Royals | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Fri, 05 Dec ’25 | 4:00 PM | Janakpur Bolts vs Lumbini Lions | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Sat, 06 Dec ’25 | 11:15 AM | Biratnagar Kings vs Sudur Paschim Royals | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Sat, 06 Dec ’25 | 3:30 PM | Chitwan Rhinos vs Pokhara Avengers | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Sun, 07 Dec ’25 | 3:30 PM | Janakpur Bolts vs Karnali Yaks | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Tue, 09 Dec ’25 | 4:00 PM | Qualifier 1 (1st vs 2nd) | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Wed, 10 Dec ’25 | 4:00 PM | Eliminator (3rd vs 4th) | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Thu, 11 Dec ’25 | 4:00 PM | Qualifier 2 | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
| Sat, 13 Dec ’25 | 3:30 PM | Final | Kirtipur, Nepal Premier League |
Check out the live Points Table for NPL 2025 as it’s updated after every match.
NPL Fixtures 2025
NPL Schedule PDF download
You can also download PDFs of all Nepal Premier League matches from our website, so you won’t have to bother every time. Because with the dozens of matches, the knockout stages, it is difficult to keep track of every match, so that’s why we have this organized NPL T20 schedule for you.
For more details, visit the NPL T20 League website at nplt20league.com
Playoff & Final Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 12, 2025 | Eliminator | Kirtipur | 12:00 PM |
| Dec 13, 2025 | Qualifier 1 | Kirtipur | 12:00 PM |
| Dec 14, 2025 | Qualifier 2: Winner of Eliminator vs Loser of Qualifier 1 | Kirtipur | 12:00 PM |
| Dec 15, 2025 | Final: Winner of Qualifier 1 vs Winner of Qualifier 2 | Kirtipur | 12:00 PM |
The NPL 2025 Final will take place on 15 December 2025 at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, with thousands of fans expected to attend the grand finale.
NPL 2025 Match Timings
All matches of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2025 will follow Nepal Standard Time (NST, UTC +5:45).
- Day Matches: Start at 9:00 AM NST
- Evening Matches: Start at 1:30 PM NST
Timings may vary slightly depending on weather and venue conditions. Fans are advised to check the NPL Schedule Today page for daily updates, live scores, and any last-minute changes to the fixture list.
NPL 2025 Format & Points System
- 8 teams will compete in a round-robin stage.
- Each team plays 7 matches.
- The top 4 teams qualify for playoffs.
- The playoff includes Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and Final.
- Net Run Rate (NRR) decides rankings in case of tie points.
NPL 2025 Prize Money
| Position | Prize | Equivalent (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Champion | रू1.1 crore | $80,000–82,000 |
| Runner-up | रू51 lakh | $37,000–38,000 |
| 3rd Place | रू25 lakh | $18,000–19,000 |
| 4th Place | रू15 lakh | $11,000 |
Broadcast and Live Streaming
Fans can watch NPL 2025 live on official broadcasters and digital platforms.
| Region | Broadcaster |
|---|---|
| Nepal | Star Sports, DishHome |
| India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka | Star Sports |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV |
| Mobile/OTT | Action Sports HD, Go OTT |
NPL 2025 Venues
1. Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur
The heart of Nepal cricket and the main venue for NPL 2025. It’s known for its scenic setting and enthusiastic crowds.
NPL 2025 Teams
- Kathmandu Gurkhas
- Biratnagar Kings
- Chitwan Rhinos
- Janakpur Bolts
- Lumbini Lions
- Pokhara Avengers
- Karnali Yaks
- Sudurpaschim Royals
NPL 2025 Team Squads and Captains List
Chitwan Rhinos
- Captain: Kushal Malla
- Coach: Umesh Patwal
Chitwan Rhinos Squad for NPL 2025
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Kushal Malla | All-rounder (Captain) |
| Sharad Vesawkar | Batsman |
| Rijan Dhakal | Bowler |
| Kamal Singh Airee | Bowler |
| Deepak Bohara | All-rounder |
| Amar Routela | Bowler |
| Bipin Rawal | Batsman |
| Dipesh Shrestha | Bowler |
| Santosh Karki | All-rounder |
| Gautam KC | Bowler |
| Ranjit Kumar | Batsman |
Biratnagar Kings
- Captain: Sandeep Lamichhane
- Coach: Kevin O’Brien
Biratnagar Kings squad for NPL 2025
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Sandeep Lamichhane | Bowler (Captain) |
| Pratish GC | Bowler |
| Basir Ahamad | All-rounder |
| Lokesh Bam | Batsman |
| Jitendra Mukhiya | Bowler |
| Rajesh Pulami | Batsman |
| Dipak Bohara | All-rounder |
| Anil Kharel | Bowler |
| Subash Bhandari | Bowler |
| Naren Bhatt | All-rounder |
| Mrinal Gurung | Bowler |
Janakpur Bolts
- Captain: Aasif Sheikh
- Coach: Not Announced
Janakpur Bolts squad for NPL 2025
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Aasif Sheikh | Wicketkeeper-Batsman (Captain) |
| Anil Sah | Batsman |
| Lalit Rajbanshi | Bowler |
| Kishore Mahato | Bowler |
| Hemant Dhami | All-rounder |
| Sher Malla | Bowler |
| Rupesh Singh | Bowler |
| Aakash Tripathi | Batsman |
| Shubh Kansakar | Batsman |
| Tul Thapa | All-rounder |
| Arniko Yadav | Bowler |
Karnali Yaks
- Captain: Sompal Kami
- Coach: Not Announced
Karnali Yaks squad for NPL 2025
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Sompal Kami | All-rounder (Captain) |
| Gulshan Jha | All-rounder |
| Dev Khanal | Batsman |
| Mousom Dhakal | Bowler |
| Bhuvan Karki | Bowler |
| Nandan Yadav | Bowler |
| Rit Gautam | Batsman |
| Arjun Gharti | All-rounder |
| Deepak Dumre | Batsman |
| Dipendra Rawat | All-rounder |
| Unish Singh | Bowler |
Kathmandu Gurkhas
- Captain: Karan KC
- Coach: Not Announced
Kathmandu Gurkhas squad for NPL 2025
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Karan KC | Bowler (Captain) |
| Bhim Sharki | Batsman |
| Shahab Alam | Bowler |
| Rashid Khan | All-rounder |
| Raju Rijal | Wicketkeeper-Batsman |
| Dipesh Kandel | Bowler |
| Krishna Karki | Batsman |
| Sumit Maharjan | Batsman |
| Shankar Rana | All-rounder |
| Bibek KC | Bowler |
| Pratik Shrestha | Batsman |
Lumbini Lions
- Captain: Rohit Paudel
- Coach: Not Announced
Lumbini Lions squad for NPL 2025
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Rohit Paudel | Batsman (Captain) |
| Sundeep Jora | Batsman |
| Surya Tamang | Bowler |
| Bibek Yadav | All-rounder |
| Arjun Saud | Wicketkeeper-Batsman |
| Durgesh Gupta | Bowler |
| Tilak Raj Bhandari | Bowler |
| Ashutosh Ghiraiya | All-rounder |
| Bikash Aagri | Batsman |
| Abhishesh Gautam | Bowler |
| Dinesh Adhikari | Bowler |
Pokhara Avengers
- Captain: Kushal Bhurtel
- Coach: Not Announced
Pokhara Avengers squad for NPL 2025
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Kushal Bhurtel | Batsman (Captain) |
| Aakash Chand | Bowler |
| Sagar Dhakal | Bowler |
| Dilip Nath | Wicketkeeper-Batsman |
| Bipin Khatri | All-rounder |
| Kiran Thagunna | Bowler |
| Narayan Joshi | Batsman |
| Sunam Gautam | All-rounder |
| Trit Raj Das | Bowler |
| Amrit Gurung | Batsman |
| Dinesh Kharel | Bowler |
Sudurpaschim Royals
- Captain: Dipendra Singh Airee
- Coach: Not Announced
Sudurpaschim Royals squad for NPL 2025
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Dipendra Singh Airee | All-rounder (Captain) |
| Binod Bhandari | Wicketkeeper-Batsman |
| Aarif Sheikh | Batsman |
| Abinash Bohara | Bowler |
| Ishan Pandey | Batsman |
| Naresh Budhayer | Batsman |
| Arjun Kumal | Bowler |
| Khadak Bohora | All-rounder |
| Bhoj Raj Bhatta | Bowler |
| Naren Saud | Batsman |
| Amit Shrestha | Batsman |
Conclusion
The Nepal Premier League 2025 marks another big step for Nepal cricket, offering fans a month full of thrilling T20 action. Stay tuned to nplschedule.com for daily match updates, team squads, results, points table, and live coverage throughout the tournament.
FAQ
When does NPL 2025 start?
NPL Season 2 starts on 17 November 2025 and ends on 15 December 2025.
How many teams are playing in NPL 2025?
A total of 8 teams are competing in the second season.
Where can I watch NPL 2025 live?
NPL 2025 will be broadcast live on Star Sports, DishHome, and Willow TV, with OTT streaming via Go OTT and Action Sports HD.
What is the prize money for NPL 2025?
The winning team will receive रू1.1 crore, while the runner-up earns रू51 lakh.
Which venues will host NPL 2025 matches?
Matches will be held in Kirtipur.