Wikipedia - Nepal T20 League

The Nepal T20 League (abbreviated as NepalT20) was a Nepalese men's Twenty20 cricket league which was established by the Cricket Association of Nepal in 2022. The only edition of the tournament was held from 24 December 2022 to 11 January 2023, before it was scrapped and replaced by the Nepal Premier League.

History

The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) signed a NPR 330 million agreement with Indian sports management company Seven3Sports for a period of eight years to hold a franchise Twenty20 league tournament on 26 April 2022. On 18 May 2022, CAN announced that the first edition of the tournament would be held in 24 September to 22 October of the year. The league was authorized by the International Cricket Council on 11 July 2022. On 19 July 2022, four franchises, Lumbini All Stars, Kantipur Capital, Biratnagar Super Kings and Janakpur Royals, and their owners were announced. Two more franchises, Pokhara Avengers and Far West United were announced on 8 September 2022 along with their owners. The draft for the first edition of the league was held from 10 September 2022 to 11 September 2022. On 15 September 2022, the league was postponed to December of the same year after security concerns following announcement of the 2022 Nepalese general election. The league was supposed to be held from 11 December 2022 but was postponed to 23 December after Kathmandu Gurkhas (renamed from Kantipur Capital) withdrew from the tournament. The team was replaced by a new Kathmandu franchise, the Kathmandu Knights. The league was again postponed for a day and the 2022 edition officially began on 24 December 2022.

**Nepal T20 Tournament: A Celebration of Cricket and Culture**

The Nepal T20 Tournament is an exhilarating cricketing event that showcases the best of Nepal's talent and passion for the sport. Held annually, this tournament brings together local teams, emerging players, and seasoned cricketers from across the nation, creating a vibrant platform for competition and camaraderie.

Set against the stunning backdrop of the Himalayas, the Nepal T20 Tournament not only highlights the skills and athleticism of the players but also celebrates the rich cultural heritage of Nepal. Each match is a thrilling spectacle, filled with high-energy performances, nail-biting finishes, and unforgettable moments that keep fans on the edge of their seats.

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