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Wikipedia - National T20 Cup
The National T20 Cup is a men's professional domestic Twenty20 cricket competition in Pakistan. Established in 2005, it is one of the world's oldest Twenty20 cricket leagues. It was the principal T20 competition in the country until 2016, when the Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise tournament was introduced. Since 2019–20, the National T20 Cup has been contested by six regional teams, having previously been contested mainly by teams representing the various city, district and area cricket associations.
The league's team offices are directed out of its head offices located at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Karachi Whites are the defending champions, winning the 2023-24 edition.
History
The National T20 Cup began in the 2004–05 season as the ABN-AMRO Twenty-20 Cup and quickly became the premier professional Twenty20 cricket league in Pakistan with 14 teams. It was the first T20 cricket league in the world outside of Australia and England.
As ownership of the title sponsor changed, the competition was renamed to the RBS Twenty-20 Cup in 2008–09, and to the Faysal Bank Twenty-20 Cup in 2010–11. In the 2014–15 season, the league was renamed to the Haier T20 Cup.
Sialkot Stallions have been the most successful team, winning the title a total of six times.
Typically held annually, the National T20 Cup brings together a mix of seasoned professionals, emerging players, and local talents, providing a platform for cricketers to shine and potentially earn a spot in the national team. The tournament is played in a round-robin format, culminating in knockout stages that lead to an exciting final, where the champion is crowned.
With matches often held in vibrant stadiums filled with passionate fans, the Pakistan National T20 Cup is not just a competition; it’s a celebration of cricketing culture in Pakistan. The tournament is known for its thrilling matches, high-scoring games, and the emergence of future stars, making it a must-watch event for cricket enthusiasts both locally and internationally.