Biratnagar Kings Will Face Pokhara Avengers in Match 22 of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2026 on Thursday, November 12, at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur.

Pokhara Avengers finally opened their account on Monday, beating Karnali Yaks by 63 runs after posting 217/3, powered by Yuvraaj Samra's 102 off 48 balls. Biratnagar Kings have two wins and three defeats, and they will want to bounce back after a 9-wicket loss to Kathmandu Gurkhas in Match 15. With the league stage ending on November 15, both teams are fighting to stay in the playoff race.

The match is scheduled for 12:30 PM Nepal Standard Time (NST), the first game of a double header. Fans can follow team updates, match predictions, playing XI announcements, and live-score information ahead of the first ball.

Biratnagar Kings vs Pokhara Avengers Match Details

Match: Biratnagar Kings vs Pokhara Avengers

Match Number: 22nd Match

Tournament: Siddhartha Bank Nepal Premier League 2026

Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026

Time: 12:30 PM NST 

Venue: Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur

Format: T20

Live Score: Follow NPL Live Scores

Live Streaming: NPL 2026 Live Streaming Guide

Match Preview: Biratnagar Kings vs Pokhara Avengers

Biratnagar Kings lost their first two matches to Chitwan Rhinos by 8 runs and Karnali Yaks by 4 wickets, then beat Sudurpaschim Royals by 35 runs in a rain-affected match reduced to five overs a side. In Match 12 they beat Janakpur Bolts by 2 runs after posting 174/3. Imran Sheikh made 56, Lokesh Bam 50 and Andre Russell an unbeaten 52 off 29 balls, and Russell then took 4/45, including two wickets in the final over. Biratnagar was bowled out for 83 by the Kathmandu Gurkhas in Match 15. The Kings are led by Sandeep Lamichhane.

Pokhara Avengers lost their first four matches to Sudurpaschim Royals, Janakpur Bolts, Lumbini Lions, and Chitwan Rhinos. In Match 19 they won the toss, batted first, and scored 217/3, the second-highest team total in NPL history. Samra's century was the first of this season, and Captain Kushal Bhurtel added a half-century. Mehedi Hasan took 3 wickets, and Dhananjaya Lakshan, Bhurtel, and Bipin Khatri took two each, as Karnali were bowled out for 154. Shakib Al Hasan, Chamika Karunaratne, and Sadeera Samarawickrama are also in the squad.

The two teams have met twice in the NPL. In 2024 the match was tied, and Pokhara won the Super Over, and in 2025 Biratnagar won by 53 runs, posting 220/6. A win for Pokhara would keep them in contention, and Biratnagar needs points to move into the top four.

Biratnagar Kings vs Pokhara Avengers Predicted Playing XI

Biratnagar Kings are expected to be led by Sandeep Lamichhane, with Lokesh Bam, Imran Sheikh, and Shehan Jayasuriya at the top of the order. Overseas players Angelo Mathews and Charith Asalanka add power and all-round depth, supported by Basir Ahamad, Shubham Ranjane, Narayan Joshi, and Rupesh Singh.

Pokhara Avengers are expected to be led by Kushal Bhurtel, with Yuvraaj Samra opening after his century. Shakib Al Hasan, Mahedi Hasan, Dhananjaya Lakshan, and Chamika Karunaratne provide all-round options, and Arjun Gharti, Bipin Khatri, and Sunny BK are among the domestic players.

Pitch Report: TU Cricket Ground, Kirtipur

Scores at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground have varied a lot in NPL 2026. In the 18 completed 20-over matches up to Match 20, the teams batting first have won 10 and the teams batting second have won 8. First-innings totals up to Match 19 ranged from 83 to 217.

Rain has affected play at this ground. Match 7 was abandoned because of rain, and Match 8 was reduced to five overs a side, so the weather forecast should be checked closer to the 12:30 PM start. A reliable match-day pitch assessment should be added once current conditions are available.

Biratnagar Kings vs Pokhara Avengers Match Preview

This is expected to be a close contest. Biratnagar Kings have a slight edge because of the all-round depth provided by Russell, Mathews and Lamichhane, and because they have beaten Pokhara by a big margin before. Pokhara Avengers have the momentum of their first win and a batting lineup that has shown it can score heavily.

If Biratnagar's top order handles Pokhara's overseas bowlers, they should win. If Samra and Bhurtel give Pokhara another strong start, the Avengers can get a second win. 

Biratnagar Kings vs Pokhara Avengers Live Streaming: Where to Watch

Cricket fans can check the official broadcast and online streaming options before the match.

TV in Nepal: Himalaya Sports

Online streaming: NetTV

Match date: November 12, 2026

Scheduled start: 12:30 PM NST

Start times in other countries: 12:15 PM IST in India, 11:45 AM PKT in Pakistan, 12:45 PM BST in Bangladesh, 10:45 AM GST in the UAE, and 6:45 AM GMT in the UK.

No official free stream has been announced. NetTV runs a paid pass, and the Cricket Association of Nepal set maximum prices of Rs 400 in Nepal, Rs 600 in Gulf countries, and $10 in other countries. For viewing details and access information, visit our NPL 2026 live streaming guide.

Playing XI: When Will Teams Be Confirmed?

The official playing XIs are expected to be announced after the toss. Until the teams are confirmed, predicted lineups should not be presented as official selections.

Update this section on match day:

Biratnagar Kings Playing XI: To be confirmed.

Pokhara Avengers Playing XI: To be confirmed.

Toss Winner: To be confirmed.

Decision: To be confirmed.