Kathmandu:The winner of the third edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) will receive Rs 15 million in prize money, marking an increase of Rs 4 million from the previous year. The NPL, a franchise-based T20 cricket tournament, has been held annually for the past two years.
According to National News Agency RSS, the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) announced the revised prize money during a press conference.
CAN Treasurer Padam Bahadur Khadka detailed that the runner-up will receive Rs 8 million, while the third and fourth place teams will earn Rs 4 million and Rs 3 million, respectively. The increased prize money is expected to boost the tournament’s competitive and commercial appeal.
The previous champion, Lumbini Lions, was awarded Rs 11 million for winning the title last year. The upcoming third edition of the NPL is scheduled to commence on Monday at the TU International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, featuring eight teams competing for the title.