Lalitpur Mayor Women's Championship (Nepal) 2021/22

Lalitpur Mayor Women's Championship functions as a secondary domestic Twenty20 cricket tournament in Nepal. Organised by the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) with backing from the local municipality, the competition provides pathways for players who do not feature in the premier Women’s Prime Minister’s Cup. The structure relies on five teams engaging in a single round-robin group stage, after which the top two sides contest the final.

The field includes four provincial representatives and the host team, Lalitpur Mayor’s XI. This composite squad is assembled from players who failed to reach the semi-finals of the national championship, offering a chance for those from lower-ranked provinces to compete at a higher level. Participation operates on an invitation basis tied to previous results, without formal promotion or relegation mechanisms. The APF Club Women hold a commanding record, securing victory in every edition staged since the tournament’s inception.

Recent history highlights the tight nature of the competition. In the 2024 final, the APF side edged past Sudurpaschim Province by a margin of two runs. This result reinforces their status as the dominant force in the event. The format differs from the franchise model used elsewhere in the country, utilising a provincial and departmental arrangement instead. While the primary aim is to develop talent, the tournament also serves as a crucial platform for identifying players for broader national selection. The absence of a direct relegation system ensures stability for the participating provincial bodies. The CAN manages the logistical aspects, ensuring the schedule aligns with the wider cricket calendar in Nepal. The event remains distinct from the Nepal Women’s T20 League through its specific team composition and developmental focus.