Ncell and Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) have reached an partnership agreement just ahead of the Nepal Premiere League (NPL) T20 cricket league. The cooperation will see Ncell enhance the ante of highly-anticipated T20 tournament and contribute to develop home-grown talents. For this inaugural NPL cricket, Ncell has entered into the agreement with CAN as the “Powered by” sponsor.
The agreement between the private telco and CAN was reached by Jabbor Kayumov, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Ncell, and Paras Khadka, Secretary of CAN, respectively, at a recent meeting. This partnership adheres to Ncell‘s norm of ‘Here for You’ and seeks to promote the growth of Nepali cricket.
NPL is already creating buzz for a lot of good reasons. First, it’s Nepal’s first-ever IPL-like T20 league. Then, it’s consists of 8 franchise teams with many international players in them. And on top of it, it’s coming live on Star Sports, which will surely provide exposure to Nepali cricket to the world. Don’t forget to check out all the NPL T20 schedules.
Ncell is combining connectivity, love for the game, and passion this NPL season. The T20 tournament brings together unbeatable combination of national and international cricketing talents sharing their same passion for the game and competitiveness.
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The partnership is for more than just the sport
But it is also about connectivity than just the sporting event. Jabbor said, “Following the resounding achievement of the U-19 women’s cricket team qualifying for the ICC Women’s U-19 T20 World Cup for the first time, we are elated to announce this partnership with CAN for Nepal premier League powered by Ncell, which aims to provide Nepal’s cricketers with excellent exposure and a platform to showcase their immense talent.”
“This is a testament to the immense value and appeal we place on sports in Nepal. Our commitment to cricket and sports is truly commendable, and we look forward to reaching new heights together, contributing to the development of sports, youth empowerment, and social unity. This collaboration embodies the spirit of growth, innovation, and a mutual dedication to excellence and is a significant milestone in Nepal’s cricketing journey,” he added.
Ncell stresses that the the cooperation between Ncell and CAN is about promoting the sport talent and also for the viewers and fans who are the catalysts for its success. The telco is aso acknowledging the sport and supporting the spirit of Nepali audiences.
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Ncell to live screen NPL matches
Ncell is also enabling on-the-go viewing of NPL matches through live screening. It will also conduct on-ground activations and provide offers for the customers during the runtime of the competition that runs through November 30 till December 21. There will be a total of 32 NPL matches all taking place at the TU cricket ground in a round-robin format.
“NPL’s goal is to support the development of cricket and our players. Similarly, we want to establish NPL as one of the world’s most renowned cricket leagues, and we are grateful to Ncell, a consistent supporter of sports, for this collaboration as we pursue our long-term goals,” said Khadka.
For the sports
As part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR), Ncell has contributed profoundly for the sports development in Nepal. Besides cricket, it’s significantly played roles to uplift the development and morale of football, volleyball, golf, and para-athletes in various national and international events. Just recently, Ncell Foundation extended its appreciation with Rs 1 million and certificates to para Taekwondo player Palesha Goverdhan and her team for their achievements at the Paris Paralympics 2024. The telco also supported the ‘Triangular T20i Series 2024,’ ICC League 2, and the Nepal-Canada ODI Series.
In addition, the company has also supported various sporting events such as the Birgunj Gold Cup and Jhapa Gold Cup. Likewise, in 2024, Ncell organized the first-ever domestic cricketing event—the Ncell Nepal Premier League with support from CAN.
Additionally, Ncell organizes an annual invitational corporate golf tournament, including the recent ‘Ncell Corporate Golf Tournament’ held two weeks ago. Recognizing the importance of sports, Ncell prioritizes growth and development in the field.
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