Status · 22 Oct 2026
The NPL 2026 points table starts at zero: the first match is on 26 October. We update the standings after every match day. The top four after 28 league matches reach the playoffs; the top two get two chances to reach the final.
NPL standings 2026
| # | Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| – | Biratnagar Kings | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| – | Chitwan Rhinos | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| – | Janakpur Bolts | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| – | Karnali Yaks | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| – | Kathmandu Gorkhas | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| – | Lumbini Lions | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| – | Pokhara Avengers | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| – | Sudurpaschim Royals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
P = played, W = won, L = lost, NR = no result, Pts = points, NRR = net run rate. Teams are listed alphabetically until the first result.
How the NPL standings work
- Each team plays 7 league matches, one against every other team.
- A win is worth 2 points in standard T20 league play; a no result splits the points. Check the official tournament rules for tied matches decided by a Super Over.
- Teams level on points are separated by net run rate.
- The top four go through to the playoffs on 17–21 November.
Net run rate in the NPL points table
In the NPL standings, net run rate is a team's scoring rate minus the scoring rate it concedes, over the whole season. A team that scores 1,100 runs in 140 overs (7.86 an over) and concedes 1,000 runs in 140 overs (7.14) has an NRR of +0.71. In a seven-match league, NRR often decides the fourth playoff place: in 2025 Lumbini Lions finished fourth and went on to win the title.
| Example | Runs for / overs | Runs against / overs | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Team A | 1,100 / 140 | 1,000 / 140 | +0.71 |
| Team B | 980 / 136 | 1,050 / 140 | −0.29 |
When a team is bowled out, the full 20 overs count for its overs faced, which is why heavy collapses hurt NRR so much.
How many wins to make the playoffs
With seven league matches each, a team on five wins (10 points) is almost certain of a top-four place. Four wins (8 points) usually leaves the team in a group decided on net run rate. Three wins or fewer needs other results to fall the right way.
| League wins | Points | Typical outcome in an 8-team, 7-game league |
|---|---|---|
| 6–7 | 12–14 | Top two, Qualifier 1 |
| 5 | 10 | Top four, often top two |
| 4 | 8 | In the fight for third or fourth on NRR |
| 3 | 6 | Outside chance |
| 0–2 | 0–4 | Out |
These are typical outcomes, not rules; the final NPL standings depend on how results spread across all eight teams.
From the points table to the final
| Finish | Route |
|---|---|
| 1st or 2nd | Qualifier 1 (17 Nov). Winner to the final; loser gets another chance in Qualifier 2. |
| 3rd or 4th | Eliminator (18 Nov). Winner to Qualifier 2 (19 Nov); loser is out. |
| 5th–8th | Season over. |
Finishing in the top two of the NPL standings is worth a second life. Fourth place is enough to win the title, as Lumbini showed in 2025, but it takes three straight knockout wins.
NPL standings in previous seasons
The NPL points table has decided two seasons so far. In 2024 Janakpur Bolts won the title; in 2025 Lumbini Lions did after finishing fourth. Sudurpaschim Royals reached both finals and lost both. Full results are on the NPL winners page, and the season's fixtures by team are on the NPL schedule.
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FAQ
How many teams qualify for the NPL playoffs?
The top four after 28 league matches.
How is net run rate calculated?
Runs scored per over minus runs conceded per over across the season.
Can the fourth-placed team win the NPL?
Yes. Lumbini Lions finished fourth in 2025 and won the title.
When is the points table updated?
After every match day of the 2026 season.