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Defending Champions Lumbini Lions open NPL as PM extends best wishes

The Himalayan Times •
October 26, 2026 • 05:27 AM
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Prime Minister Balendra Shah has described the Nepal Premier League (NPL) as a celebration of Nepali sports, extending his best wishes for the successful staging of its third edition, which begins on Monday.

Defending Champions Lumbini Lions open NPL as PM extends best wishes

Key Takeaways: PM Shah calls NPL a celebration of Nepali sports Best wishes extended to players organisers and CAN International players and commentators welcomed to Nepal Lumbini Lions face Sudurpashchim Royals in opening match KATHMANDU, OCTOBER 26

Prime Minister Balendra Shah has described the Nepal Premier League (NPL) as a celebration of Nepali sports, extending his best wishes for the successful staging of its third edition, which begins on Monday.

In a social media message, Shah welcomed international players and commentators arriving for the tournament and wished Nepal's players, organisers and the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) success.

The opening match, scheduled for 5pm on Monday, will see defending champions Lumbini Lions take on runners-up Sudurpashchim Royals from the second edition.

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