Pokhara Avengers
Pokhara Avengers Season 3 Players
NPL Season 3
Pokhara Avengers
12 confirmed players: 7 retained, 5 bought in auction
Auction spend: NPR NaN lakh • Purse left: NPR NaN lakh
The Pokhara Avengers enter the NPL 2026 season looking to improve on last year's performance. After a difficult debut season, the franchise has rebuilt its squad with better signings and stronger leadership to create a more balanced team.
Representing Pokhara, the team enjoys strong local support and continues to grow as one of the most followed sides in the league heading into 2026.
The management has focused on improving last season’s weaknesses, especially in finishing close matches, by blending experienced international players with young domestic talent.
Pokhara Avengers 2026 Squad
All-rounders
NPL 2026 Season 3 squad status
Pokhara Avengers retained core and auction buys
Only confirmed retained players and July 6, 2026 auction buys are shown here, so older squad names stay out of the team page.
Retained core
- Kushal BhurtelMarquee
- Sagar Dhakal
- Arjun Kumal
- Bipin Khatri
- Aakash Chand
- Kiran Thagunna
- Dinesh Kharel
Auction buys
5 players bought on July 6, 2026
Source status
Retained list + completed auction tracker
Auction buys with confirmed prices
Confirmed squad list
Pokhara Avengers Confirmed Season 3 Squad
Only players retained before the auction or bought in the July 6, 2026 auction are included.
Updated from Kathmandu Post retained-player report and Cricnepal's completed NPL Season 3 auction tracker.
Probable Playing XI 2026
N/A
Key Players
Kushal Bhurtel captains again, anchoring the top order with aggressive strokeplay (avg. 35+ in NPL). His leadership stabilized the side last season. Squad shines with internationals: WK-bats Adam Rossington (ENG, power-hitter), all-rounder Bas de Leede (NED, 150+ T20Is equiv.), opener Andries Gous (USA), Raymon Reifer (WI seamer), Michael Leask (SCO spinner), Matt Critchley (ENG leggie), Daniel Douthwaite (ENG all-rounder), and Anderson Phillip (WI pacer). Locals like Anil Sah (wicketkeeper), Karan KC (pace), and Sandeep Lamichhane (mystery spin) add flair.
Key Players to Watch:
| Player | Role | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Kushal Bhurtel | Captain – Top-order batsman | Nepal |
| Adam Rossington | Wicketkeeper | England |
| Bas de Leede | All-rounder | Netherlands |
| Raymon Reifer | All-rounder | West Indies |
| Michael Leask | All-rounder | Scotland |
| Anderson Phillip | Fast bowler | West Indies |
Team Stats & Records
| Stat | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 14 |
| Wins | 4 |
| Losses | 9 |
| Highest Team Score | 201/2 vs Karnali Yaks (2025) |
| Top Run Scorer | Adam Rossington - 323 runs (7 inns, 150.9 SR) statsnpl+1 |
| Top Wicket Taker | 17 wkts (13 inns, 7.84 eco) |
Pokhara Avengers NPL Schedule
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