Chitwan Rhinos will face Kathmandu Gurkhas in Match 20 of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2026 on Monday, November 9, at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur.

Kathmandu Gurkhas come in with three wins in a row, the latest a 36-run win over unbeaten Lumbini Lions in Match 18. Chitwan Rhinos beat Pokhara Avengers by 30 runs in Match 17 after a 5-wicket defeat to Sudurpaschim Royals in Match 11. The teams have split their two earlier NPL meetings.

The match is scheduled for 5:00 PM Nepal Standard Time (NST), the second game of a double-header. Fans can follow team updates, match previews, playing XI announcements, and live-score information ahead of the first ball.

Chitwan Rhinos vs Kathmandu Gurkhas Match Details

Match: Chitwan Rhinos vs Kathmandu Gurkhas

Match Number: 20th Match

Tournament: Siddhartha Bank Nepal Premier League 2026

Date: Monday, November 9, 2026

Time: 5:00 PM NST (confirm against the latest official fixture)

Venue: Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur

Format: T20

Live Score: Follow NPL Live Scores

Live Streaming: NPL 2026 Live Streaming Guide

Match Preview: Chitwan Rhinos vs Kathmandu Gurkhas

Kathmandu Gurkhas lost their first match to Janakpur Bolts by 8 wickets, but have won their last three. They chased 181 to beat Karnali Yaks by 4 wickets, bowled Biratnagar Kings out for 83 and won by 9 wickets, and then beat Lumbini Lions by 36 runs. In that win, David Warner scored 66 off 50 balls and was Player of the Match, and he and Sahil Patel (38) put on 104 for the first wicket. Captain Karan KC took 2/24, and Sahan Arachchige made an unbeaten 34 late in the innings.

Chitwan Rhinos started with an 8-run win over Biratnagar Kings, in which Dawid Malan scored 70 off 50 balls, and Kamal Singh Airee took 4/26. Their Match 7 against Lumbini Lions was abandoned because of rain. They then lost to Sudurpaschim Royals by 5 wickets after scoring 129/6, with Ravi Bopara making 49, and beat Pokhara Avengers by 30 runs, scoring 151/6 and bowling Pokhara out for 121. Chitwan have a strong overseas group of Dawid Malan, Sikandar Raza, Ravi Bopara and Dan Mousley, and Sohail Tanvir is their head coach.

The two teams have met twice in the NPL. Chitwan won by 5 wickets in 2024, and Kathmandu won by 53 runs in 2025, bowling Chitwan out for 89. The match could come down to whether Chitwan's overseas batters can get through the powerplay against Karan KC and the Kathmandu spinners.

Chitwan Rhinos vs Kathmandu Gurkhas Predicted Playing XI

Chitwan Rhinos are expected to open with Dev Khanal and Dawid Malan, with Arjun Saud, Ravi Bopara and Sikandar Raza in the middle order. Dan Mousley adds batting and spin depth, and the bowling attack could include Rijan Dhakal, Ranjit Kumar, Kamal Singh Airee and Mousam Dhakal.

Kathmandu Gurkhas are expected to be led by Karan KC, with David Warner and Sahil Patel opening. William Bosisto, Rashid Khan, Jahandad Khan and Mohammad Aadil Alam give them batting depth, while Santosh Yadav, Sahan Arachchige, Shahab Alam and Bhim Sharki provide bowling options.

Pitch Report: TU Cricket Ground, Kirtipur

Scores at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground have varied a lot in NPL 2026. In the 16 completed 20-over matches up to Match 18, first-innings totals ranged from 83 to 186, with an average of about 142. The teams batting first and second have each won 8 of those matches.

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 5:00 PM start. A reliable match-day pitch assessment should be added once current conditions are available.

Chitwan Rhinos vs Kathmandu Gurkhas Match Prediction

Kathmandu Gurkhas have a slight edge. They have won three in a row, their openers Warner and Patel have given them strong starts, and they have bowled well in the middle overs. Chitwan Rhinos have the batting quality to threaten any total, and they come off a 30-run win, but they have been inconsistent, with scores of 157, 129 and 151.

If Kathmandu's openers get through the powerplay, they should win. If Chitwan's overseas batters get a start and their spinners control the middle overs, they can win. The toss, confirmed playing XIs and conditions on the day could change the balance between the teams. This prediction is a pre-match assessment, not a confirmed result.

Chitwan Rhinos vs Kathmandu Gurkhas 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 9, 2026

Scheduled start: 5:00 PM NST

Start time in other countries: 4:45 PM IST in India, 4:15 PM PKT in Pakistan, 5:15 PM BST in Bangladesh, 3:15 PM GST in the UAE and 11:15 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.

Availability and access conditions may vary by location and platform.

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:

Chitwan Rhinos Playing XI: To be confirmed.

Kathmandu Gurkhas Playing XI: To be confirmed.

Toss Winner: To be confirmed.

Decision: To be confirmed.

Follow our NPL Live Scores page for match progress and score updates.

NPL 2026 Match 20: What to Expect

This match brings together two teams in the middle of the playoff race. Kathmandu Gurkhas will aim to extend their winning run and stay near the top of the table, while Chitwan Rhinos will look to build on their win over Pokhara and move into the top four.

With the league stage running until November 15, every point now matters. For upcoming fixtures, visit the NPL 2026 Schedule. Return to this article for confirmed toss information, playing XIs and match updates.

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