Cricket fans can gear up for an exciting day in the Nepal Premier League (NPL) on Friday as two thrilling matches are lined up at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur.

The day begins at 9:15 am with Karnali Yaks, led by marquee player and captain Sompal Kami, battling against the Chitwan Rhinos, captained by Kushal Malla. Karnali boasts an impressive lineup, including stars like Paul Stirling, Babar Hayat, and Zeeshan Maqsood, alongside emerging talents like Gulshan Kumar Jha and Dev Khanal.

The Rhinos, meanwhile, bring a mix of experience and firepower, featuring international players like Sohail Tanvir, Ravi Bopara, and Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton. With both teams eager to dominate, this match promises to set the tone for the day.

The second clash at 1:15 pm sees the Lumbini Lions, captained by Rohit Kumar Paudel, taking on the Pokhara Avengers, led by Kushal Bhurtel. The Lions’ squad includes foreign stars such as Ben Cutting and Ramon Simmonds, supported by young talents like Bibek Yadav and Sundeep Jora.

The Avengers will rely on their marquee player Bhurtel and international players like Bas de Leede, Matt Critchley, and Michael Leask to turn the game in their favour. Both teams are aiming to climb the league standings with a win in this encounter.

With stakes high and talented squads in action, Friday’s matches are set to offer thrilling moments for cricket enthusiasts and could significantly impact the league’s playoff race.