The Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2024 is set to be the biggest T20 cricket event in Nepal, running from November 30 to December 21. The matches will be held at the Tribhuvan International Cricket Stadium, Kirtipur, Kathmandu, bringing together top teams from Nepal and abroad. Here’s everything you need to know about the full match schedule, standings, and playoffs for NPL 2024.
NPL 2024 Full Match Schedule
All times listed below are in Nepal Standard Time (NPT), UTC+5:45.
League Stage Matches
| Date | Time | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Nov Sat | 12:15 PM | Biratnagar Kings vs Janakpur Bolts | |
| 2 Dec Tue | 09:15 AM | Kathmandu Gurkhas vs Chitwan Rhinos | |
| 2 Dec Tue | 01:15 PM | Janakpur Bolts vs Karnali Yaks | |
| 3 Dec Wed | 09:15 AM | Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings | |
| 3 Dec Thu | 01:15 PM | Chitwan Rhinos vs Pokhara Avengers | |
| 4 Dec Fri | 09:15 AM | Karnali Yaks vs Kathmandu Gurkhas | |
| 4 Dec Sat | 01:15 PM | Biratnagar Kings vs Lumbini Lions | |
| 5 Dec Sun | 09:15 AM | Pokhara Avengers vs Janakpur Bolts | |
| 5 Dec Tue | 01:15 PM | Kathmandu Gurkhas vs Sudurpaschim Royals | |
| 6 Dec Wed | 09:15 AM | Karnali Yaks vs Chitwan Rhinos | |
| 6 Dec Thu | 01:15 PM | Lumbini Lions vs Pokhara Avengers | |
| 7 Dec Fri | 09:15 AM | Lumbini Lions vs Sudurpaschim Royals | |
| 7 Dec Sat | 01:15 PM | Karnali Yaks vs Biratnagar Kings | |
| 8 Dec Sun | 09:15 AM | Janakpur Bolts vs Lumbini Lions | |
| 8 Dec Mon | 01:15 PM | Sudurpaschim Royals vs Chitwan Rhinos | |
| 10 Dec Tue | 09:15 AM | Chitwan Rhinos vs Lumbini Lions | |
| 10 Dec Tue | 01:15 PM | Karnali Yaks vs Pokhara Avengers | |
| 11 Dec Wed | 09:15 AM | Janakpur Bolts vs Sudurpaschim Royals | |
| 11 Dec Wed | 01:15 PM | Kathmandu Gurkhas vs Lumbini Lions | |
| 12 Dec Thu | 09:15 AM | Pokhara Avengers vs Biratnagar Kings | |
| 12 Dec Thu | 01:15 PM | Janakpur Bolts vs Kathmandu Gurkhas | |
| 13 Dec Fri | 09:15 AM | Lumbini Lions vs Karnali Yaks | |
| 13 Dec Fri | 01:15 PM | Biratnagar Kings vs Chitwan Rhinos | |
| 14 Dec Sat | 09:15 AM | Pokhara Avengers vs Kathmandu Gurkhas | |
| 14 Dec Sat | 01:15 PM | Chitwan Rhinos vs Janakpur Bolts | |
| 15 Dec Sun | 09:15 AM | Biratnagar Kings vs Kathmandu Gurkhas | |
| 15 Dec Sun | 01:15 PM | Pokhara Avengers vs Sudurpaschim Royals | |
| 16 Dec Sun | 09:15 AM | Sudurpaschim Royals vs Karnali Yaks |
Playoff Schedule
After the league stage, the top teams will advance to the playoffs. Here’s how the playoff matches are scheduled:
| Match | Team A | Team B | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qualifier 1 | 1st placed team | 2nd placed team | 18 Dec 2024 | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur |
| Eliminator | 3rd placed team | 4th placed team | 18 Dec 2024 | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur |
| Qualifier 2 | Winner of Eliminator | Loser of Qualifier 1 | 19 Dec 2024 | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur |
| Final | Winner of Qualifier 1 | Winner of Qualifier 2 | Dec 2024 | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur |
NPL 2024 Standings and Points Table
The points table will track team performances throughout the league stage:
| Position | Team | Matches Played | Wins | Losses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biratnagar Kings | |||
| 2 | Chitwan Rhinos | |||
| 3 | Janakpur Bolts | |||
| 4 | Karnali Yaks | |||
| 5 | Kathmandu Gurkhas | |||
| 6 | Lumbini Lions | |||
| 7 | Pokhara Avengers | |||
| 8 | Sudurpaschim Royals |
Conclusion
With an exciting lineup of matches and a comprehensive playoff structure, the Nepal Premier League 2024 promises to be an unmissable event for cricket fans across Nepal and beyond. As the tournament progresses, the league standings will keep fans engaged as they eagerly await the knockout phase and eventual champion. Make sure to tune in to all the action live on Star Sports starting from November 30!