Dang Cricket League (Nepal) 2023/24

The Dang Cricket League operates as a district-level franchise tournament within Dang District, Nepal. Organised by the Dang Cricket Association, the competition sits outside the national domestic pyramid, focusing instead on local development rather than promotion to the National T20 Championship. The structure relies on five franchise teams: Deukhuri Warriors, Tulsipur Royals, Purandhara Challengers, Ghorahi Tigers and Dangali Lions. Player selection mirrors the auction model used in international leagues, contrasting with the representative nature of standard domestic cricket.

Competition format follows a round-robin league stage before concluding with a single final match. All fixtures take place at the Ghorahi Cricket Stadium. The second season, widely documented as the 2023/24 edition, ran through February and March 2024. Dangali Lions secured victory in that campaign, beating Tulsipur Royals by 45 runs in the final held on March 2, 2024. Previous editions exist without confirmed details in public records, leaving the inaugural winner unverified.

The league functions independently of the national hierarchy despite being listed on the Cricket Association of Nepal website. Affiliation remains with the Lumbini Province Cricket Association, but no official promotion or relegation system links the two structures. This arrangement allows the tournament to serve specifically as a developmental platform for regional talent without the pressure of national qualification.

Private management defines the operational style, distinguishing it from government-sanctioned provincial teams. While affiliated bodies provide oversight, daily administration rests with local organisers. The five participating franchises maintain their own identities and squads throughout the short season, creating a distinct atmosphere compared to longer-standing regional competitions. The tournament continues to grow as a key event for cricket in the western region of Nepal.