The NPL effect

Nepal is on its way to developing as a vibrant cricket destination in South Asia.

The second season of the Nepal Premier League, which commenced on November 17, concluded on Saturday with Lumbini Lions winning the tournament. Throughout the tournament, thousands travelled to the national capital from their home provinces to cheer for their favourite teams, while others who couldn’t, enjoyed the matches from the comfort of their homes. Their love for the tournament was unmatched as they wholeheartedly embraced the ‘Festival of Himalayas’. It became a medium for collective joy, especially in the aftermath of the traumatic Gen Z uprising during which 76 people were killed.