Wikipedia - National T20 Cup

The National T20 Cup is a men's professional domestic Twenty20 cricket competition in Pakistan. Established in 2005, it is one of the world's oldest Twenty20 cricket leagues. It was the principal T20 competition in the country until 2016, when the Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise tournament was introduced. Since 2019–20, the National T20 Cup has been contested by six regional teams, having previously been contested mainly by teams representing the various city, district and area cricket associations.

The league's team offices are directed out of its head offices located at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Lahore Blues are the defending champions, having won the 2024-25 edition.

History

The National T20 Cup began in the 2004–05 season, when it was called the ABN-AMRO Twenty-20 Cup for sponsorship reasons, and quickly became the premier professional Twenty20 cricket league in Pakistan with 14 teams. It was the first T20 cricket league in the world outside of Australia and England.

As ownership of the title sponsor changed, the competition was renamed to the RBS Twenty-20 Cup in 2008–09, and to the Faysal Bank Twenty-20 Cup in 2010–11. In the 2014–15 season, the league was renamed to the Haier T20 Cup.

Sialkot Stallions have been the most successful team, winning the title a total of six times.

The Pakistan National T20 Cup is a premier domestic Twenty20 cricket tournament held annually in Pakistan. Organized by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), this tournament showcases the country's top cricketing talent across various regional teams. Featuring fast-paced and exciting T20 cricket, the Pakistan National T20 Cup serves as a platform for emerging players to demonstrate their skills and earn opportunities at the international level. The tournament attracts passionate cricket fans and garners significant media attention, contributing to the growth and popularity of cricket in Pakistan. With thrilling matches, competitive spirit, and a rich history, the Pakistan National T20 Cup remains a highlight of Pakistan's cricketing calendar.