Kathmandu Gurkhas vs Biratnagar Kings Prediction, Fantasy Tips & Dream11 Team | NPL 2026 Match 15

| Updated - 22 Oct 2026, 18:48 GMT+5:45

Kathmandu Gorkhas take on Biratnagar Kings in the 15th match of the Nepal Premier League 2026 (Season 3) on Thursday, 5 November 2026, at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. The evening fixture (scheduled for 5:00 PM NST following the DRS-related schedule adjustment) comes early in the league phase and pits two sides rebuilt around strong domestic cores and high-profile overseas additions.

Match Details

Match	Kathmandu Gurkhas vs Biratnagar Kings
Tournament	NPL 2026 (Season 3)
Match	Match 15
Date	November 05
Time	04:30 PM
Venue	Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground, Kirtipur
Teams	Kathmandu Gurkhas, Biratnagar Kings

Kathmandu Gurkhas vs Biratnagar Kings:

Both teams enter after solid but incomplete previous campaigns. Biratnagar finished third in 2025 and reached Qualifier 2, while Kathmandu finished fourth. Their head-to-head is level at one win each across the first two NPL seasons: Kathmandu won by one wicket in December 2024, and Biratnagar chased down a modest target by five wickets in November 2025 at the same venue.

The squads have evolved. Kathmandu retained Karan KC (captain), Bhim Sharki, Mohammad Aadil Alam, Rashid Khan, Shahab Alam, and Santosh Yadav, then added David Warner, KS Bharat, and Sahan Arachchige. Biratnagar retained Sandeep Lamichhane (captain), Lokesh Bam, Basir Ahamad, Narayan Joshi, Pratish GC, and Subash Bhandari, and brought in Charith Asalanka, Andre Russell, and Shubham Ranjane. Early-season points and net-run-rate will matter as the table starts taking shape.

Track the Kathmandu Gorkhas vs. Biratnagar Kings full scorecard for live scores, ball-by-ball commentary, toss updates, and match developments as the 15th match of NPL 2026 unfolds at Kirtipur.

Team News

Kathmandu Gurkhas

The retained bowling spine (Karan KC’s pace-medium, Shahab Alam’s left-arm spin, and Rashid Khan) gives them continuity. Warner’s presence should strengthen the top order, while KS Bharat adds reliable wicketkeeping and middle-order batting. The side has historically relied on domestic all-rounders such as Aadil Alam and Santosh Yadav for balance. Their previous NPL campaigns showed competitive middle-over control but occasional top-order fragility under pressure.

Biratnagar Kings

Lamichhane remains the primary spin weapon and a consistent wicket-taker. The overseas additions of Asalanka (left-handed power and part-time off-spin) and Russell (high-impact batting and bowling) increase both batting depth and death-over options. Lokesh Bam and Basir Ahamad provide domestic batting continuity. In 2025 they showed better finishing ability than most sides when chasing modest totals.

Players to Watch

David Warner – Kathmandu Gurkhas

Opens or bats in the top three; high boundary potential and experience under pressure.

Karan KC – Kathmandu Gurkhas

Experienced seamer and lower-order contributor.

Kirtipur Pitch Report

The Kirtipur surface has historically been balanced. In recent NPL seasons the average first-innings total has sat roughly in the 145–165 range, with both batting-first and chasing sides recording wins. The high elevation (around 1,300–1,400 m) helps lofted shots travel, while the pitch has offered grip for spinners later in the innings, especially under lights. Powerplay scoring is generally manageable; death overs can become expensive if bowlers miss their lengths. Conditions are expected to favor a competitive contest rather than a one-sided high- or low-scoring game. Toss may carry moderate importance depending on dew or surface dryness on the night.

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Pace Bowling

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Spin Bowling

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Batting Pitch

145-165

Average Score

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Bowling Pitch

Expect a true but not overly flat track. Batters who play straight and time the ball well can score freely, particularly through the powerplay and when the ball is hard. As the surface dries and the evening cools, spinners (especially wrist-spinners and finger-spinners who hit the right length) gain more purchase. Pacers who mix cutters, slower balls, and hard lengths remain effective throughout. Overall, the venue rewards sides with balanced attacks and the ability to adapt between the two innings rather than one that relies purely on raw pace or pure spin.

Kathmandu Gurkhas vs Biratnagar Kings: Head-to-Head NPL Record

Matches played	2
Won by Kathmandu Gurkhas	1
Won by Biratnagar Kings	1
Tied / No Results	—
First-ever fixture	15 December 2024 (Kathmandu Gurkhas won by 1 wicket)
Most recent fixture	22 November 2025 (Biratnagar Kings won by 5 wickets)

The two sides are level at one win each across the first two seasons of the Nepal Premier League. Both matches were played at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur. Kathmandu edged a low-scoring contest in 2024, while Biratnagar successfully chased a modest target of 135 in 2025. The rivalry remains close, with no clear dominance established.

Kathmandu Gurkhas vs Biratnagar Kings Prediction

Biratnagar’s combination of Lamichhane’s control, Russell’s explosive upside, and Asalanka’s left-handed power gives them a slight edge in squad balance for T20 conditions at Kirtipur. Kathmandu’s Warner-led batting and retained bowling core keep the match close, especially if their top order fires and Shahab Alam or Karan KC take early wickets. The recent head-to-head result and Biratnagar’s stronger 2025 finishing record support the narrow preference for the Kings. Early-season form, toss, and actual playing XI will be decisive.

Our prediction: Kathmandu Gurkhas 45% – Biratnagar Kings 45%.

Fantasy Tips

Focus on players with clear batting positions, expected overs, and dual scoring routes. Top-order batters and strike bowlers who bowl three or four overs offer the highest floor. All-rounders are premium because of their batting and bowling contributions. Adjust after the official playing XI and toss.

Safe Fantasy Picks

David Warner (Kathmandu Gurkhas)

Higher-Risk, Higher-Reward Picks

Sandeep Lamichhane (Biratnagar Kings)

Dream11 Team for KAG vs BIK

Wicketkeepers

KS Bharat (Kathmandu Gurkhas)

Batters

David Warner (Kathmandu Gurkhas)
Charith Asalanka (Biratnagar Kings)
Lokesh Bam (Biratnagar Kings)

All-rounders

Sahan Arachchige (Kathmandu Gurkhas)

This is a provisional pre-toss team based on expected roles and squad availability. Check the official playing XI, batting order, and toss decision, then adjust selections before locking your team. No fantasy selection guarantees points.

Captain Picks

Captain pick: Sandeep Lamichhane

Captain pick reason: Primary spinner with a consistent wicket-taking role across phases. Reliable floor on a surface that offers grip later.

Captain pick: Karan KC

Final Prediction

Biratnagar Kings hold a narrow edge on squad balance, recent head-to-head result, and finishing ability, but Kathmandu’s Warner-led top order and retained bowling core keep the match competitive. Early-season form, toss, and actual playing XI will decide the outcome. The analytical win probability estimate remains close.

Predicted winner: Biratnagar Kings

Win probability:

Kathmandu Gurkhas – 45%
Biratnagar Kings – 45%

NPL T20 Team

Written by the NPL T20 Team — cricket writers and editors covering the Nepal Premier League 2026. We share match reports, player profiles, points table updates, venue guides, and fantasy tips, verified through official and local sources.