Last Updated on September 7, 2026
Summary✨
- The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) has finalized media and ticketing rights for the NPL 2026, with significant partnerships established.
- NetTV Pvt. Ltd. secured worldwide OTT rights for NPL 2026 with a bid of Rs 18.04 crore, ensuring international access.
- Himalaya Television Network Pvt. Ltd. acquired linear broadcasting rights in Nepal for NPL 2026 with a bid of Rs 14.64 crore.
- eSewa Ltd. gained ticketing rights for NPL 2026, agreeing to pay Rs 85 lakh, with a revenue-sharing model in place.
- The total value of the media rights exceeds Rs 33.53 crore, enhancing the commercial scope of NPL 2026.
The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) has completed the bidding and procurement process for the media and ticketing rights of the third edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL).
According to CAN, NetTV Pvt. Ltd., Himalaya Television Network Pvt. Ltd. and eSewa Ltd. have secured the rights for streaming, television broadcasting and ticketing, respectively.
It’s expected that the third edition of the popular franchise cricket competition gets wider coverage in 2026 with the combination of worldwide OTT streaming and television broadcasting in Nepal.
NetTV gets worldwide OTT rights for NPL 2026
NetTV Pvt. Ltd. has secured the OTT rights for the third edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2026. The company secured the rights with a bid of Rs 18.04 crore (Rs 180.4 million).
Therefore, all the NPL 2026 matches will have an official OTT streaming partner with coverage extending beyond Nepal, potentially making the tournament accessible to viewers in international markets as well.
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Himalaya Television gets Nepal TV rights for NPL 2026
Likewise, Himalaya Television Network Pvt. Ltd. has secured the linear television broadcasting rights for Nepal for NPL 2026. The company won the rights with a bid of Rs 14.64 crore (Rs 146.4 million). That means Himalaya Television is the television broadcaster for NPL matches in Nepal under the rights awarded by CAN.
eSewa wins NPL ticketing rights for NPL 2026
Leading digital wallet eSewa has secured the rights as a ticketing partner for the NPL 2026 tournament. As part of the deal, eSewa has agreed to pay Rs 85 lakh for the ticketing rights, along with the agreed commercial terms.
Under the revenue-sharing arrangement, 95% of the revenue generated from ticket sales will go to CAN, while eSewa receives 5%.
The partnership makes NPL ticket purchases easier through eSewa’s digital platform.
NPL media rights worth over Rs 32 crore
The OTT and television rights alone have generated NPL 2026 a combined value of Rs 32.68 crore. Including the ticketing rights fee, the three agreements amount to a total value of Rs 33.53 crore.
| Rights | Winner | Amount |
| OTT Rights – Worldwide | NetTV Pvt. Ltd. | Rs 18.04 crore |
| Linear TV Rights – Nepal | Himalaya Television Network Pvt. Ltd. | Rs 14.64 crore |
| Ticketing Rights | eSewa Ltd. | Rs 85 lakh |
CAN has congratulated NetTV, Himalaya Television and eSewa for acquiring their respective rights.
The cricket governing body also said it will work with all three partners to make the third edition of the NPL more successful, well-managed and impactful.
With dedicated OTT, television and digital ticketing partners now confirmed, the third edition of the NPL is set to receive a broader commercial and broadcasting platform than previous editions.
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NPL 2026: OTT, TV, and Ticketing Partners
NetTV Pvt. Ltd. has secured the worldwide OTT streaming rights for the Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2026. It acquired the rights with a bid of Rs 18.04 crore.
Himalaya Television Network Pvt. Ltd. has secured the linear television broadcasting rights for NPL 2026 in Nepal, with a bid of Rs 14.64 crore.
eSewa Ltd. has secured the official ticketing rights for NPL 2026. Fans are expected to be able to purchase NPL tickets through the eSewa platform.
The OTT and television broadcasting rights are worth a combined Rs 32.68 crore. Including the Rs 85 lakh ticketing rights fee, the three agreements are worth Rs 33.53 crore in total.
Yes. NetTV has secured the worldwide OTT rights for NPL 2026, meaning the tournament’s official streaming coverage extends beyond Nepal and can potentially be accessed by viewers in international markets.
