Now, runs scored by Nepali players in the NPL would carry equal value to runs scored in big leagues like the IPL, PSL, Big Bash, etc. Getting List A T20 status is definitely the biggest news for the NPL.
WIN to end the pain.
14 wins and 20 losses just doesn't add up.
This shows a lot has to be done in domestic circuit (NOT NPL).
Hopefully we will have time to rethink about this. For now, lets hope ICC stays with their Top 6 ODI retention.
and now that we are 'celebrating' this win. at the same time, lets not forget Women's Cricket. They are still waiting for PM Cup, our premier domestic competition :))
I overheard that each of the 12 teams would play 33 games in the next 2027-31 CWC League 2 Cycle. That means reduction of total games from 36. Most likely to be bilateral rather than a tri-series.
But if true, that would mean 12 Associate ODI teams next cycle. Difficult to see the 50 over structure staying the same in that case, as that would imply Challenge League would be a mixed ODI/List A comp, like the last WCLC was. 12 team League 2 also unworkable in current format.
@BdJcricket Also overheard that 12 ODI teams would play a total of 33 games each in the next 2027-31 CWC League 2 Cycle, reduced from the current 36 games. That would be 3 games against each opponent.
The ICC may grant ODI status to four additional Associate teams!
Rumours are circulating that a total of 12 Associate teams, including the eight teams currently competing in CWC League 2 and the top four teams from the Challenge League, could be granted ODI status. (1/2)
If this happens, Nepal's ODI status will automatically be secured.
Additionally, teams such as Italy, Uganda, Jersey, and Kuwait could also receive ODI status until the 2031 World Cup Qualifier.
However, no official confirmation has been made yet. (2/2)