Biratnagar Kings meet Kathmandu Gorkhas in Match 15 of NPL 2026. The game is set for 5 November at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur.
Both teams have one win in their completed 2026 games. Kathmandu won a high-scoring chase on 2 November. Biratnagar also won its last game, a rain-cut five-over match. This makes the final XI very important.
In This Match Preview
Match Preview And Pre-Toss Note
Biratnagar Kings beat Sudur Paschim Royals by 35 runs on 31 October. That game lasted only five overs per side. So, its big hitting numbers need care.
Kathmandu Gorkhas beat Karnali Yaks by four wickets on 2 November. Karan KC made 44 from 20 balls. Rashid Khan also made 50 from 33 balls.
This is a pre-toss preview. The final XI, toss, and match-day conditions were not known at the research cutoff. Check the official XI before using any fantasy cricket plan.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Biratnagar Kings vs Kathmandu Gorkhas, 15th T20 |
| Series | Nepal Premier League 2026 |
| Date | 5 November 2026 |
| Venue | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur |
| Time | 4:15 PM IST, 10:45 AM GMT, 4:30 PM Nepal local time |
For the wider tournament list, see the Nepal Premier League 2026 schedule.
Team Form
Biratnagar Kings
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Oct 2026 | Chitwan Rhinos | 149 all out; Chitwan 157/3 | Loss by 8 runs |
| 29 Oct 2026 | Karnali Yaks | 186/7; Karnali 187/6 | Loss by 4 wickets |
| 31 Oct 2026 | Sudur Paschim Royals | 105/2 in 5 overs; Sudur 70/3 | Win by 35 runs |
The last match was rain-reduced. Do not treat it like a full 20-over game.
Kathmandu Gorkhas
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct 2026 | Janakpur Bolts | 115 all out; Janakpur 116/2 | Loss by 8 wickets |
| 2 Nov 2026 | Karnali Yaks | Karnali 180/6; Kathmandu 181/6 | Win by 4 wickets |
Kathmandu come in with a chase win. Their top order still needs a good start.
Pitch Report And Fantasy Impact
The ground page describes a grass surface. It also notes new-ball movement and a bigger spin role in the middle overs. This is a general venue note, not a match-day forecast.
The named sample is seven completed NPL 2026 scorecards at this ground. Full-match scores included 157/3, 149, 132/9, 113, 115, 116/2, 186/7, 187/6, 180/6, and 181/6. One other result was a rain-cut five-over game.
This sample does not prove one fixed pitch average. New-ball bowlers can matter early. Spinners and all-rounders can matter in the middle overs. Batters who play long innings can still gain value.
Head-to-Head
No Biratnagar Kings versus Kathmandu Gorkhas match was completed in the 2026 season by the 2 November cutoff. This preview does not use older results as current 2026 form.
Probable Playing XIs — Not Confirmed
These are editorial candidates from 2026 team pages and completed 2026 scorecards. They are not the confirmed XIs.
Biratnagar Kings Probable XI
- Lokesh Bam, wicketkeeper
- Imran Sheikh
- Shehan Jayasuriya
- Charith Asalanka
- Angelo Mathews
- Andre Russell
- Basir Ahamad
- Sandeep Lamichhane
- Pratis GC
- Rupesh Singh
- Naren Saud
Kathmandu Gorkhas Probable XI
- Smit Patel, wicketkeeper
- David Warner
- Mohammad Aadil Alam
- Rashid Khan
- Bhim Sharki
- Karan KC
- Jahandad Khan
- Santosh Yadav
- Ripon Mondol
- Dev Shah
- Shahab Alam
Keep a reserve option ready for each side. The app role tags may differ from these editorial bands.
Six Provisional Dream11 Scenario Teams
These six cards are provisional scenarios only. They are not final app teams. Check the final XI, player availability, and app rules before making a selection.
Team 1: Balanced Core
Both top orders contribute before the all-rounders finish the innings.
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WK: Lokesh Bam, Smit Patel
BAT: Imran Sheikh, Shehan Jayasuriya, David Warner
AR: Andre Russell, Angelo Mathews, Karan KC
BOWL: Sandeep Lamichhane, Pratis GC, Ripon Mondol
Captain: Andre Russell · Vice-Captain: David Warner
Risk: The Kings have seven players and need their bowlers to hold the late overs.
Team 2: Kathmandu Chase
Kathmandu’s top order controls a chase and its attack takes early wickets.
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WK: Smit Patel, Lokesh Bam
BAT: David Warner, Bhim Sharki, Imran Sheikh, Shehan Jayasuriya
AR: Rashid Khan, Karan KC
BOWL: Ripon Mondol, Shahab Alam, Sandeep Lamichhane
Captain: David Warner · Vice-Captain: Karan KC
Risk: Seven Kathmandu players makes this team sensitive to their final XI.
Team 3: Middle-Overs Battle
Spin and all-round skills decide the middle overs in a balanced game.
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WK: Lokesh Bam, Smit Patel
BAT: Shehan Jayasuriya, David Warner, Bhim Sharki
AR: Charith Asalanka, Andre Russell, Jahandad Khan
BOWL: Sandeep Lamichhane, Rupesh Singh, Shahab Alam
Captain: Andre Russell · Vice-Captain: David Warner
Risk: The batting group is thinner if the openers fall early.
Team 4: Kings Power Start
Biratnagar’s top three set a strong base and its attack defends it.
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WK: Lokesh Bam
BAT: Imran Sheikh, Shehan Jayasuriya, David Warner
AR: Angelo Mathews, Rashid Khan, Karan KC
BOWL: Sandeep Lamichhane, Pratis GC, Rupesh Singh, Ripon Mondol
Captain: Lokesh Bam · Vice-Captain: Rashid Khan
Risk: This script needs the Kings’ middle order to support the top three.
Team 5: Kathmandu All-Round Depth
Kathmandu gets runs from its all-rounders and finishes with control.
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WK: Smit Patel, Lokesh Bam
BAT: David Warner, Bhim Sharki, Imran Sheikh, Shehan Jayasuriya
AR: Rashid Khan, Jahandad Khan
BOWL: Ripon Mondol, Dev Shah, Sandeep Lamichhane
Captain: Rashid Khan · Vice-Captain: David Warner
Risk: The team has only four Kings players and needs Kathmandu to dominate.
Team 6: Spin And Finishers
Spin controls the middle overs before late hitters decide the finish.
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WK: Smit Patel, Lokesh Bam
BAT: David Warner, Imran Sheikh, Sumit Maharjan
AR: Andre Russell, Charith Asalanka, Karan KC
BOWL: Sandeep Lamichhane, Shahab Alam, Ripon Mondol
Captain: Karan KC · Vice-Captain: Andre Russell
Risk: This team has only three specialist batters by editorial role.
Captain And Vice-Captain Choices
Karan KC is a strong captain option after his 44 from 20 balls and two wickets on 2 November. Andre Russell is a high-impact alternative because he can score quickly and bowl.
Rashid Khan made 50 in Kathmandu’s last match. Sandeep Lamichhane remains a wicket-taking spin option. These are editorial choices, not a claim about app credits or scoring.
Top 3 Player Battles
- Andre Russell against Kathmandu’s middle overs: Russell can change a chase with power. Rashid Khan and Shahab Alam may test him with spin. The result depends on the final bowling plan.
- Rashid Khan against Biratnagar’s spin: Rashid made 50 in the last game. Sandeep Lamichhane will be a key challenge if Rashid faces spin early.
- Karan KC against the Kings’ late bowlers: Karan made 44 from 20 balls on 2 November. Pratis GC and Rupesh Singh may need accurate yorkers at the end.
These are conditional match-ups. They are not direct head-to-head records.
Top Players To Look Out For
- Karan KC: He leads Kathmandu and made 44 from 20 balls in the last game. He also took two wickets.
- Rashid Khan: He scored 50 from 33 balls against Karnali Yaks.
- Andre Russell: He made 29 from 10 balls in the five-over win. He also took one wicket.
- Lokesh Bam: He made 87 from 52 balls against Karnali Yaks.
- Angelo Mathews: He made 31 and took three wickets against Karnali Yaks.
- Sandeep Lamichhane: He is Biratnagar’s captain and a middle-over spin option.
Match Winner Prediction
This looks close before the toss. Kathmandu have the fresher completed result, while Biratnagar have more recent winning momentum. My qualified lean is Kathmandu Gorkhas because their chase showed more depth on 2 November.
That view can change after the toss or final XI. Do not treat it as a fact.
Frequently Asked Questions
When Is The KINGS Vs KMG Match?
The match is set for 5 November 2026. It starts at 4:15 PM IST.
Where Is The KINGS Vs KMG Match?
The game is at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur.
Who Can Be In The KINGS Vs KMG Hero11 Team?
Karan KC, Rashid Khan, Andre Russell, Lokesh Bam, and Sandeep Lamichhane are provisional options. Check the final XI and the Hero11 rules first.
What Is The KINGS Vs KMG Best Dream11 Team Plan?
A balanced KINGS vs KMG Fantasy team can mix one or two wicketkeepers, top-order batters, all-rounders, and three or four bowlers. The KINGS vs KMG best dream11 team depends on the confirmed XI, toss, and app rules.
