Biratnagar Kings vs Pokhara Avengers Prediction, NPL 2026 Match 22: Pitch Report, Playing XI, Live Streaming & Who Will Win
Two teams fighting to stay alive in the playoff race meet in Match 22 of the Nepal Premier League 2026, as Biratnagar Kings take on Pokhara Avengers at the TU International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. Pokhara arrive buoyed by a record-breaking 217 in their first win, while Biratnagar were bowled out for 83 in their last game. In this BK vs PA prediction, we cover the pitch report, Kirtipur weather, probable playing XI, live streaming details, head-to-head record, key players and our today match winner prediction. Readers can also explore Mahadev Book and Mahadevbook for additional online cricket-related information.
⚡ Quick prediction: Pokhara Avengers to win · Win probability: Pokhara 55% – Biratnagar 45% · Toss: bat first · Par score: 165–175 · Rain risk: low
BK vs PA Match Details
| Match | Biratnagar Kings vs Pokhara Avengers, Match 22 |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Nepal Premier League 2026 (NPL Season 3) |
| Date | Thursday, 12 November 2026 |
| Time | 12:15 PM IST · 12:30 PM Nepal time · 6:45 AM GMT |
| Venue | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur |
| Captains | Sandeep Lamichhane (BK) · Kushal Bhurtel (PA) |
| Live streaming (India) | FanCode app and website |
| Live in Nepal | Himalaya TV · NetTV app |
NPL 2026 Points Table: The Playoff Race
| Pos | Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kathmandu Gorkhas | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 8 | +1.168 |
| 2 | Lumbini Lions | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 7 | +1.501 |
| 3 | Sudurpaschim Royals | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 6 | -0.275 |
| 4 | Chitwan Rhinos | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5 | +0.009 |
| 5 | Janakpur Bolts | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 4 | -0.083 |
| 6 | Biratnagar Kings | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 4 | -0.820 |
| 7 | Karnali Yaks | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 4 | -0.846 |
| 8 | Pokhara Avengers | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 2 | -0.707 |
Standings after Match 20. The top four reach the playoffs, which start on 17 November. Each team has two league games left.
What’s at Stake in BK vs PA
This is close to a knockout. Biratnagar Kings are sixth on four points, one point behind fourth-placed Chitwan Rhinos, with Lumbini Lions still to play after this. Pokhara Avengers are bottom on two points and must win both remaining games – this one and Kathmandu Gorkhas on 15 November – to have any chance of reaching the playoffs. Both teams also have negative net run rates, so a big win would help whichever side can get it. The loser is very likely to be knocked out of the playoff race.
Biratnagar Kings vs Pokhara Avengers form guide – NPL 2026 points, NRR and results
Recent Form: Biratnagar Kings vs Pokhara Avengers
Biratnagar Kings – 2 wins, 3 losses
| Match | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Match 2 | Chitwan Rhinos | Lost by 8 runs – chasing 158 |
| Match 6 | Karnali Yaks | Lost by 4 wickets – made 186/7 |
| Match 8 | Sudurpaschim Royals | Won by 35 runs – rain-shortened 5-over game; Shehan Jayasuriya hit five sixes in an over |
| Match 12 | Janakpur Bolts | Won by 2 runs – made 174/3 (Imran Sheikh 56) |
| Match 15 | Kathmandu Gorkhas | Lost by 9 wickets – bowled out for 83 |
Biratnagar’s batting can explode – they posted 186 and 174 in two of their games – but the collapse to 83 against Kathmandu shows how fragile it can be. Andre Russell, who starred against Janakpur, has since been playing in the Abu Dhabi T10, so check his availability at the toss.
Pokhara Avengers – 1 win, 4 losses
| Match | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Match 4 | Sudurpaschim Royals | Lost by 6 wickets – made 145/7 |
| Match 9 | Janakpur Bolts | Lost by 9 runs – 138/9 chasing 148 |
| Match 13 | Lumbini Lions | Lost by 8 wickets – made 97/9 |
| Match 17 | Chitwan Rhinos | Lost by 30 runs – 121 all out chasing 152 |
| Match 19 | Karnali Yaks | Won by 63 runs – made 217/3 (Yuvraaj Samra 102 off 48, Kushal Bhurtel 62 off 39) |
Pokhara finally clicked against Karnali. Samra’s century was the first of the season, and the 217 was the highest total of NPL 2026. Mahedi Hasan then took three wickets to seal a 63-run win.
Head-to-Head: BK vs PA in the NPL
| Meeting | Result |
|---|---|
| NPL 2025 | Biratnagar Kings won by 53 runs after posting 220 – then a record NPL total |
| NPL 2026 records | Biratnagar 2W–3L · Pokhara 1W–4L |
BK vs PA Pitch Report: TU Ground, Kirtipur
TU Ground Kirtipur pitch report – recent first-innings totals in NPL 2026
The trend at Kirtipur has flipped in the second half of the league. Every first-innings total of 149 or more from Match 12 to Match 19 has been defended, and only collapses under 100 have been chased down. The surface has slowed a little, and spinners are getting more grip in the middle overs.
| Pitch factor | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Average 1st-innings score (Matches 12–19) | ~151 |
| Par score for this match | 165–175 |
| Highest total this season | 217/3 (Pokhara vs Karnali) |
| Pace or spin? | Seam early; spin key from overs 7–15 |
| Bat first or chase? | Batting first has won 6 of the last 8 games |
| Boundaries | Short square boundaries – expect plenty of sixes |
🏟️ Pitch verdict: post a big total and defend it. 170+ batting first gives either side a strong chance.
Kirtipur Weather Forecast for Thursday (Match 22)
| Detail | Forecast |
|---|---|
| Conditions | Mostly sunny after possible showers on Wednesday |
| Temperature during play | ~16–18°C |
| Chance of rain | ~15% |
| Impact on match | Full 40 overs expected; early moisture could help seamers |
BK vs PA Toss Prediction
With teams batting first winning six of the last eight games at Kirtipur, the captain who wins the toss should bat first.
Biratnagar Kings vs Pokhara Avengers Probable Playing XI
Biratnagar Kings probable XI
- Imran Sheikh
- Lokesh Bam (wk)
- Shehan Jayasuriya
- Angelo Mathews
- Shubham Ranjane
- Narayan Joshi
- Rupesh Singh
- Basir Ahamad
- Sandeep Lamichhane (c)
- Pratish GC
- Surya Tamang
Pokhara Avengers probable XI
- Yuvraaj Samra
- Kushal Bhurtel (c)
- Kiran Thagunna
- Dhananjaya Lakshan
- Shakib Al Hasan
- Mahedi Hasan
- Arjun Kumal (wk)
- Dinesh Kharel
- Sagar Dhakal
- Bipin Khatri
- Bipin Acharya
Probable XIs are based on recent line-ups. Confirmed XIs are announced at the toss, around 11:45 AM IST.
Team Analysis: Strengths and Weaknesses
| Team | Strengths | Weaknesses |
|---|---|---|
| Biratnagar Kings | Lamichhane’s leg-spin on a gripping surface; big hitting from Jayasuriya, Bam and Imran Sheikh; have posted 174 and 186 this season | Bowled out for 83 in their last game; possible absence of Andre Russell; two narrow defeats while chasing |
| Pokhara Avengers | Openers Samra and Bhurtel in form after a 217-run total; quality spin in Shakib and Mahedi Hasan | Batting failed in four of five games; only one win all season; confidence can swing quickly |
How the match could unfold
Powerplay (overs 1–6): Samra and Bhurtel took Karnali apart, so Biratnagar’s seamers must strike early. If Pokhara get past 50 without loss, a total of 180+ is possible. Middle overs (7–15): this is where the game is likely to be decided – Lamichhane against Pokhara’s middle order, and Shakib and Mahedi against Jayasuriya and Mathews. Death overs (16–20): neither team has a settled finisher, so the side with wickets in hand after 15 overs should take control.
Key Players to Watch
| Player | Team | Role | Why he matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandeep Lamichhane | BK | Captain, leg-spinner | Nepal’s best T20 spinner; key on a gripping surface |
| Shehan Jayasuriya | BK | All-rounder | Hit five sixes in one over vs Sudurpaschim |
| Imran Sheikh | BK | Opener | Top-scored with 56 vs Janakpur |
| Lokesh Bam | BK | Wicketkeeper-batter | Fifty vs Janakpur; fast starter |
| Yuvraaj Samra | PA | Opener | 102 off 48 vs Karnali – the season’s first century |
| Kushal Bhurtel | PA | Captain, opener | 62 off 39 with seven sixes vs Karnali |
| Shakib Al Hasan | PA | All-rounder | 3/15 vs Janakpur; controls the middle overs |
| Mahedi Hasan | PA | Off-spinning all-rounder | Three wickets in the win over Karnali |
Key battles
- Yuvraaj Samra vs Sandeep Lamichhane – Pokhara’s centurion against Nepal’s best leg-spinner.
- Shehan Jayasuriya vs Shakib Al Hasan – big hitting against experience and control.
- Kushal Bhurtel vs Pratish GC – the powerplay battle that could set the tone.
BK vs PA Prediction: Who Will Win Today?
Pokhara have the momentum after their record win, and their spin pair of Shakib and Mahedi suits this surface. Biratnagar have the better record this season and the best spinner in the game in Lamichhane, but their batting collapse against Kathmandu and doubts over Russell’s availability tip the balance.
| Scenario | Prediction |
|---|---|
| Pokhara bat first | Pokhara post 170+ and defend |
| Pokhara chase | Even contest – depends on Samra and Bhurtel’s start |
| Biratnagar bat first | Biratnagar need 170+ from Jayasuriya and the openers |
| Biratnagar chase | Hard – most recent chases at Kirtipur have failed |
🏆 Our BK vs PA prediction: Pokhara Avengers to win Match 22. Win probability: Pokhara Avengers 55% · Biratnagar Kings 45%.
BK vs PA Live Streaming & TV Channels: Where to Watch NPL 2026
| Country | TV channel | Live streaming |
|---|---|---|
| India | No dedicated TV listing confirmed | FanCode app and website (paid pass) |
| Nepal | Himalaya TV; also on DishHome | NetTV app and website |
| Rest of the world | – | NetTV app (paid package) |
Match Prediction Insights
| Market | Our pick | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Match winner | Pokhara Avengers | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Toss decision | Bat first | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Top Biratnagar batter | Shehan Jayasuriya | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Top Pokhara batter | Kushal Bhurtel | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Top Biratnagar bowler | Sandeep Lamichhane | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Top Pokhara bowler | Shakib Al Hasan | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| 1st-innings score | 160–180 | ⭐⭐ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win today’s match between Biratnagar Kings and Pokhara Avengers?
Our prediction is Pokhara Avengers to win Match 22 of NPL 2026, with a 55–45 edge over Biratnagar Kings.
What time does BK vs PA start in India?
The match starts at 12:15 PM IST (12:30 PM Nepal time) on Thursday, 12 November 2026.
Where can I watch Biratnagar Kings vs Pokhara Avengers live in India?
Live streaming is on the FanCode app and website in India with a paid pass. In Nepal, watch on Himalaya TV or the NetTV app.
What is the pitch report for TU Ground, Kirtipur?
Recent first-innings totals average about 151, and every total of 149 or more from Match 12 to Match 19 was defended. Par for this game is 165–175.
Who scored the first century of NPL 2026?
Pokhara Avengers opener Yuvraaj Samra, with 102 off 48 balls against Karnali Yaks on 9 November.
What is the head to head between Biratnagar Kings and Pokhara Avengers?
In their 2025 meeting, Biratnagar Kings won by 53 runs after posting 220.
Who are the captains of Biratnagar Kings and Pokhara Avengers?
Sandeep Lamichhane captains Biratnagar Kings and Kushal Bhurtel captains Pokhara Avengers.
Can Biratnagar Kings and Pokhara Avengers still reach the NPL 2026 playoffs?
Both are still in the race but need to win their remaining games. The loser of this match will be close to elimination.
Final Word
This is a must-win game for both sides. Pokhara’s new-found batting confidence and spin depth give them a slight edge, but Lamichhane and Jayasuriya can swing it Biratnagar’s way. Check back after the toss for confirmed playing XIs.