The best 16 teams of Rajshahi and Natore districts are taking part in the 17-day tournament.

The champions will receive Taka 25,000 and the runners-up Tk 15,000 respectively. Awards will also be given to the best player, best batsman and best fielder on match days.

The tournament, which will have 50-over matches, will be conducted on a knockout basis.

Mayor of Rajshahi City Corporation Mizanur Rahman Minu will inaugurate the tournament as chief guest. Rajshahi College principal Abdul Baser will be present as special guest.