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NPL-3: Pokhara Avengers to Face Sudurpaschim Royals Today

October 28, 2026

Kathmandu – Pokhara Avengers and Sudurpaschim Royals are set to face off today in the third edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL).

The match will begin at 5:00 PM at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur.

Pokhara, led by Kushal Bhurtel, has yet to reach the NPL final. Meanwhile, Sudurpaschim, captained by Dipendra Singh Airee, has reached the final in each of the previous two editions but has failed to win the title.

Eight teams are competing in this season’s NPL, which, according to the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN), will continue until November 21.

Meanwhile, Sri Lankan cricketer Sadeera Samarawickrama is set to play for Pokhara Avengers.