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KATHMANDU:<\/strong> The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially recognized the third edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL), according to a press release issued by the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The tournament is scheduled to take place from October 26 to November 21, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CAN expressed confidence that the ICC\u2019s recognition would help enhance the international profile of the NPL and contribute to the growth and development of Nepali cricket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a statement signed by CAN Secretary Paras Khadka, the association expressed its gratitude to the ICC for its recognition and acknowledged the council\u2019s continued support, cooperation, and collaboration in promoting the NPL and Nepali cricket on the international stage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

KATHMANDU: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially recognized the third edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL), according to a press release issued by the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN). The tournament is scheduled to take place from October 26 to November 21, 2026. CAN expressed confidence that the ICC\u2019s recognition would help enhance the international profile of the NPL and contribute to the growth and development of Nepali cricket. 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