Sudurpaschim Royals secured a victory over Pokhara Avengers in the fourth match of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2026 at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur on Wednesday, October 28. Sudurpaschim captain Dipendra Singh Airee was named Player of the Match for his match-winning contribution.

Pokhara Avengers posted 145/7 in 20 overs, setting Sudurpaschim Royals a target of 146 runs. The Royals chased down the target to claim the win, with Airee playing a key role in the result.

Pokhara Avengers Post 145/7

Batting first, the Pokhara Avengers finished on 145/7 after 20 overs. Arjun Gharti top-scored with an unbeaten 40 off 25 balls, while Mahedi Hasan added 32 from 21 deliveries. Captain Kushal Bhurtel contributed 21 runs.

For Sudurpaschim Royals, Anil Kharel was the leading wicket-taker, claiming three wickets for 23 runs in three overs. Dipendra Singh Airee, Hemant Dhami, and Scott Kuggeleijn also picked up wickets to help restrict Pokhara to a chaseable total.

Dipendra Singh Airee Leads Sudurpaschim Royals to Victory

Chasing 146, Sudurpaschim Royals worked towards the target with contributions from their batting lineup. Captain Dipendra Singh Airee played a decisive role in the victory and earned the Player of the Match award.

The result gave Sudurpaschim Royals an important win in the early stages of the NPL 2026 season, while Pokhara Avengers were left to reflect on a total that proved insufficient.

Pokhara Avengers vs Sudurpaschim Royals Player of the Match & Result

• Match: 4th Match, Nepal Premier League 2026

• Date: October 28, 2026

• Venue: Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur

• Pokhara Avengers: 145/7 (20 overs)

• Target: 146 runs

• Result: Sudurpaschim Royals won

• Player of the Match: Dipendra Singh Airee

• Pokhara's top scorer: Arjun Gharti – 40* (25 balls)

• Best bowler for Sudurpaschim: Anil Kharel – 3/23

For the complete scorecard, batting and bowling figures, partnerships and match details, visit the Pokhara Avengers vs Sudurpaschim Royals NPL 2026 Full Scorecard.