The U-16 National Cricket Tournament 2082 is all set to begin on Jestha 19 in Surkhet, as announced by the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN). The event will serve as the qualifier for the ACC Men’s U-16 East Zone Cup 2025.
Matches to Be Held at Two Grounds in Surkhet
All matches of the U-16 National Cricket Tournament 2082 will be played across two local venues—Kaluanchok Ground and Birendranagar Cricket Ground in Surkhet. These grounds will host a total of seven provincial teams participating in the event.
Format: Single Round Robin
The tournament will follow a single round-robin format, with all seven provincial teams facing each other once. The top two teams at the end of the league stage will clash in the final match, scheduled for Jestha 31.
Road to ACC Men’s U-16 East Zone Cup 2025
This tournament is more than just a national contest—it will help determine Nepal’s representatives for the ACC Men’s U-16 East Zone Cup 2025. So, strong performances here are crucial for young talents hoping to shine on the Asian stage.
U-16 National Cricket Tournament: Key Dates
- Tournament starts: Jestha 19, 2082
- Final match: Jestha 31, 2082
- Venue: Kaluanchok & Birendranagar Grounds, Surkhet