Pokhara Avengers are still looking for their first win of the season after four defeats, the latest a 30-run loss to Chitwan Rhinos in Match 17. Karnali Yaks started with two wins but have lost their last two NPL matches, including a 39-run defeat to Sudurpaschim Royals in Match 16, and will want to get back to winning ways.

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 previews, playing XI announcements, and live-score information ahead of the first ball.

Pokhara Avengers vs Karnali Yaks Match Details

Match: Pokhara Avengers vs Karnali Yaks

Match Number: 19th Match

Tournament: Siddhartha Bank Nepal Premier League 2026

Date: Monday, November 9, 2026

Time: 12:30 PM NST (confirm against the latest official fixture)

Venue: Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur

Format: T20

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Live Streaming: NPL 2026 Live Streaming Guide

Match Preview: Pokhara Avengers vs Karnali Yaks

Pokhara Avengers have lost all four of their matches in NPL 2026. They lost to Sudurpaschim Royals by 6 wickets, to Janakpur Bolts by 9 runs, to Lumbini Lions by 8 wickets after being bowled out for 97, and to Chitwan Rhinos by 30 runs, with Pokhara all out for 121 chasing 152. Captain Kushal Bhurtel leads a side that includes Bangladesh all-rounders Shakib Al Hasan and Mahedi Hasan, Sri Lankan players Chamika Karunaratne, Dhananjaya Lakshan and Sadeera Samarawickrama, and head coach Ajantha Mendis. Pokhara is the only franchise that has not reached the NPL playoffs in the first two seasons.

Karnali Yaks beat Janakpur Bolts by 19 runs and Biratnagar Kings by 4 wickets, then lost to Kathmandu Gurkhas by 4 wickets (Karnali scored 180/6 and Kathmandu chased it down) and to Sudurpaschim Royals by 39 runs. Captain Sompal Kami scored 62 and took 4/33 in the win over Biratnagar. Ariful Islam scored 44 off 22 balls, and Hussain Talat made 40 and took 2/32 against Kathmandu.

The two teams have met twice in the NPL. Karnali won by 7 wickets in 2024, bowling Pokhara out for 103 with William Bosisto taking 6/28, and Pokhara won by 34 runs in 2025, scoring 201/2. For Pokhara, a first win would be a big boost, and for Karnali, the playoff race is getting tighter.

Pokhara Avengers vs Karnali Yaks Predicted Playing XI

Pokhara Avengers are expected to be led by Kushal Bhurtel. In their last two matches they have used Aakash Chand, Arjun Kumal, Arjun Gharti, Bipin Acharya, Bipin Khatri, Kiran Thagunna, Chamika Karunaratne, Mahedi Hasan, Shakib Al Hasan, and Sadeera Samarawickrama. Karunaratne scored 25 off 17 balls against Lumbini Lions.

Karnali Yaks are expected to be led by Sompal Kami, with Ariful Islam and Deepak Dumre at the top. Pawan Sarraf, Gulshan Jha, and Mark Watt add depth. Hussain Talat, Jishan Alam, and Nandan Yadav give them bowling and all-round options, along with Unish Thakuri and Yuvraj Khatri.

Pitch Report: TU Cricket Ground, Kirtipur

Scores at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground have varied a lot in NPL 2026. In the 15 completed 20-over matches up to Match 17, first-innings totals ranged from 83 to 186, with an average of about 140. The team batting second won 8 of those matches, and the team batting first won 7.

Pokhara have been bowled out cheaply twice, for 97 and 121, so the batters will want a better start. The toss could help determine whether a team prefers to bat first or chase, but a reliable match-day pitch assessment and weather update should be added once current conditions are available.

Pokhara Avengers vs Karnali Yaks Match 

Karnali Yaks have a slight edge. They have won two matches and have more consistent batting, with Ariful Islam, Pawan Sarraf, and Sompal Kami all making runs. Pokhara Avengers have two key match-winners in Shakib Al Hasan and Mahedi Hasan and good head-to-head memories from 2025, but they have not scored above 145 in four matches.

If Pokhara's top order gets through the powerplay and their spinners control the middle overs, they can pick up their first win. If Karnali's batters get a good start, they should be able to win. The toss, confirmed playing XI, and conditions on the day could change the balance between the teams. This prediction is a pre-match assessment, not a confirmed result.

Pokhara Avengers vs Karnali Yaks 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: 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.

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:

Pokhara Avengers Playing XI: To be confirmed.

Karnali Yaks 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 19: What to Expect

This match brings together two teams that are both under pressure. Pokhara Avengers will aim to end their losing streak and open their account, while Karnali Yaks will look to return to winning ways and stay in the playoff race.

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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