The top-performing Nepali player in the Nepal Premier League (NPL) will be awarded a car by Omoda & Jaecoo, a prominent Chinese automobile brand, through SPG Automobiles, the authorized distributor in Nepal. The announcement was made during a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) exchange program on Tuesday, attended by Paras Khadka, secretary of the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN).
As the ‘Driven by’ partner for the Siddhartha Bank-sponsored NPL, Omoda & Jaecoo has committed to supporting the tournament.
“Yes, the best Nepali player will receive a car from Omoda & Jaecoo. We are grateful to the Chinese company and SPG Automobiles of Sharada Group for their contribution to the league,” Khadka stated.
Although the partnership is currently limited to a one-year contract, both Khadka and Gaurav Sharada, director of Sharada Group, expressed optimism about extending the collaboration in the future.
“Sharada Group is committed to giving back to the community as part of our CSR. By supporting cricket, which inspires millions of Nepalis, we hope to strengthen this relationship,” Sharada remarked.
The specific car model for the award has not been disclosed, with an announcement expected soon. SPG Automobiles has been distributing Omoda & Jaecoo vehicles in Nepal for about seven months.
Action Sports Secures YouTube Rights for NPL
Action Sports has acquired the YouTube streaming rights for the inaugural Nepal Premier League. The agreement, signed between Brand Logic, the NPL’s commercial rights manager, and Dish Media Network, will enable live broadcasts on Action Sports’ official YouTube channel.
Additionally, Star Sports Network will air the matches on television. The tournament will run from Mangsir 15 to Push 6 at the Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground in Kirtipur.
Janakpur Bolts Announce Title Sponsor
Janakpur Bolts has partnered with DNA International Nepal Pvt. Ltd., a premium clothing brand, as its title sponsor. The MoU was exchanged during a ceremony in Kathmandu by Niroj Khatiwada, General Manager of Janakpur Bolts, and Anup Ghimire, Managing Director of DNA International.
At the event, marquee player Aasif Sheikh and head coach Pubudu Dassanayake unveiled the team’s official jersey. DNA International, established in 2016, aims to strengthen its presence in Nepali sports through this collaboration.