Last checked: 27 October 2026, IST.
Lumbini Lions have made a winning start to the season. They beat Sudurpaschim Royals by seven wickets in the opener. The Nepal Premier League 2026 schedule runs until November 21.
Eight teams are playing for the title in Kirtipur. The season started on October 26 with 32 games planned. Indian fans can watch the matches on FanCode.
NPL 2026 Dates and Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Season | Nepal Premier League 2026 |
| Status | In progress as of 27 October 2026 |
| Dates | 26 October to 21 November 2026 |
| Total matches | 32 |
| League matches | 28 |
| Playoff matches | 4 |
| Teams | 8 |
| Venue | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur |
| India streaming | FanCode app and website |
The Cricket Association of Nepal has a notice for this event. ESPN lists the fixtures and opening result. The table below uses that current match list.
Full Nepal Premier League 2026 schedule
All matches are at the ground named above. The table shows Nepal time and India time. Every date is in 2026.
Nepal time is 15 minutes ahead of India. NPT means Nepal Standard Time. IST means Indian Standard Time.
The opening match has already ended. Later games show the listed start times. Playoff teams depend on the final league table.
League Matches
| Match | Date | Fixture | Nepal time (NPT) | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26 Oct | Lumbini Lions vs Sudurpaschim Royals | Completed | Completed |
| 2 | 27 Oct | Biratnagar Kings vs Chitwan Rhinos | 12:30 PM | 12:15 PM |
| 3 | 27 Oct | Janakpur Bolts vs Karnali Yaks | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
| 4 | 28 Oct | Pokhara Avengers vs Sudurpaschim Royals | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
| 5 | 29 Oct | Janakpur Bolts vs Kathmandu Gorkhas | 12:30 PM | 12:15 PM |
| 6 | 29 Oct | Biratnagar Kings vs Karnali Yaks | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
| 7 | 31 Oct | Chitwan Rhinos vs Lumbini Lions | 12:30 PM | 12:15 PM |
| 8 | 31 Oct | Biratnagar Kings vs Sudurpaschim Royals | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
| 9 | 1 Nov | Janakpur Bolts vs Pokhara Avengers | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
| 10 | 2 Nov | Karnali Yaks vs Kathmandu Gorkhas | 12:30 PM | 12:15 PM |
| 11 | 2 Nov | Chitwan Rhinos vs Sudurpaschim Royals | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
| 12 | 3 Nov | Biratnagar Kings vs Janakpur Bolts | 12:30 PM | 12:15 PM |
| 13 | 3 Nov | Lumbini Lions vs Pokhara Avengers | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
| 14 | 5 Nov | Janakpur Bolts vs Lumbini Lions | 12:30 PM | 12:15 PM |
| 15 | 5 Nov | Biratnagar Kings vs Kathmandu Gorkhas | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
| 16 | 6 Nov | Karnali Yaks vs Sudurpaschim Royals | 12:30 PM | 12:15 PM |
| 17 | 6 Nov | Chitwan Rhinos vs Pokhara Avengers | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
| 18 | 7 Nov | Kathmandu Gorkhas vs Lumbini Lions | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
| 19 | 9 Nov | Karnali Yaks vs Pokhara Avengers | 12:30 PM | 12:15 PM |
| 20 | 9 Nov | Chitwan Rhinos vs Kathmandu Gorkhas | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
| 21 | 10 Nov | Janakpur Bolts vs Sudurpaschim Royals | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
| 22 | 12 Nov | Biratnagar Kings vs Pokhara Avengers | 12:30 PM | 12:15 PM |
| 23 | 12 Nov | Karnali Yaks vs Lumbini Lions | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
| 24 | 13 Nov | Kathmandu Gorkhas vs Sudurpaschim Royals | 12:30 PM | 12:15 PM |
| 25 | 13 Nov | Chitwan Rhinos vs Janakpur Bolts | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
| 26 | 14 Nov | Biratnagar Kings vs Lumbini Lions | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
| 27 | 15 Nov | Chitwan Rhinos vs Karnali Yaks | 12:30 PM | 12:15 PM |
| 28 | 15 Nov | Kathmandu Gorkhas vs Pokhara Avengers | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
Playoff Matches
| Match | Date | Fixture | Nepal time (NPT) | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | 17 Nov | Qualifier 1: 1st vs 2nd | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
| 30 | 18 Nov | Eliminator: 3rd vs 4th | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
| 31 | 19 Nov | Qualifier 2: Qualifier 1 loser vs Eliminator winner | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
| 32 | 21 Nov | Final: Qualifier 1 winner vs Qualifier 2 winner | 4:30 PM | 4:15 PM |
Cricinfo also lists the full schedule. Future start times may change. Check the match page before tuning in.
Teams in NPL 2026
Eight teams are playing in the third NPL season. Cricinfo’s team page lists the names below.
| No. | Team |
|---|---|
| 1 | Biratnagar Kings |
| 2 | Chitwan Rhinos |
| 3 | Janakpur Bolts |
| 4 | Karnali Yaks |
| 5 | Kathmandu Gorkhas |
| 6 | Lumbini Lions |
| 7 | Pokhara Avengers |
| 8 | Sudurpaschim Royals |
How the NPL Playoffs Work
Each team plays seven league games. They face each of the other teams once. The top four move to the playoffs.
First and second place play in Qualifier 1. The winner goes straight to the final. The loser gets one more chance.
Third and fourth place play in the Eliminator. Its loser is out of the title race. Its winner moves to Qualifier 2.
Qualifier 2 decides the other finalist. It pairs the Qualifier 1 loser with the Eliminator winner. The final winner lifts the trophy.
Nepal Premier League 2026 live streaming in India
Indian fans can use the FanCode app or website. Its NPL 2026 page has the matches and viewing links. This is the current season listing, not last year’s.
Live Mint also reports FanCode streaming in India. Check the match page for current access details. This page does not promise free viewing.
FAQs
When did the NPL 2026 season start?
The season started on 26 October 2026. The final is set for 21 November 2026.
Is the full NPL 2026 schedule available?
Yes. Current ESPN and Cricinfo fixture pages list all 32 matches. The playoff team names remain unknown until the league ends.
Where can Indian fans stream NPL 2026?
Indian fans can use the FanCode app or website. FanCode has the current match list and live pages.
Where are the matches being played?
All listed matches are at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, Nepal.
