ICC grants official List A T20 status to Nepal Premier League

The International Cricket Council has formally awarded official List A T20 classification to every match in the third edition of the Nepal Premier League. The decision was confirmed on Wednesday by the Cricket Association of Nepal, marking a key structural upgrade for the domestic tournament. Governing officials highlighted that the official standing will assist in enhancing the country's overall sporting framework and advance the ongoing professionalisation of domestic cricket. The forthcoming competition is scheduled to run from 26 October to 21 November 2026. All fixtures during the near month-long event are set to be held at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground located in Kirtipur. Receiving international recognition ensures that performances during the tournament will carry formal statistical weight in global records, providing players with an established standard of competition during the matches. Cricket administrators expect the new status to elevate the profile of the tournament while supporting national ambitions to nurture competitive players. The recognition is anticipated to reinforce Nepal's standing on the global sporting stage and enhance international visibility for domestic fixtures. The upcoming season will represent the first time all matches in the league carry official List A T20 record accreditation.