The Nepal Premier League (NPL) continues its thrilling run on Saturday with two exciting matches at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur.

The first game at 9:15 am sees the Lumbini Lions, led by marquee player Rohit Kumar Paudel, locking horns with the Sudurpaschim Royals, captained by marquee player Dipendra Singh Airee. Lumbini will rely on their key players like Ben Cutting, Unmukt Chand, and Tom Moores, supported by domestic talents including Surya Tamang and Bibek Yadav.

The Royals, on the other hand, bring a balanced mix of international experience and local skills, featuring players such as Scott Kuggeleijn, Brandon McMullen, and Rohan Mustafa, alongside national stars like Aarif Sheikh and Binod Bhandari.

At 1:15 pm, the second game pits Karnali Yaks, captained by marquee player Sompal Kami, against the Biratnagar Kings, led by marquee player Sandeep Lamichhane. Karnali’s squad boasts global stars like Shikhar Dhawan, Chadwick Walton, and Babar Hayat, along with promising Nepali cricketers like Dev Khanal and Gulshan Kumar Jha.

Biratnagar Kings feature a formidable lineup, including Martin Guptill, Nicholas Kirton, and Chris Sole, supported by Nepali talents such as Rajesh Pulami Magar and Jitendra Mukhiya.

Saturday’s matches come after Friday’s games, where Pokhara Avengers claimed a record-breaking 10-wicket win over Lumbini Lions, and Karnali Yaks secured a comfortable 6-wicket victory against Chitwan Rhinos.

With playoff spots up for grabs, Saturday’s doubleheader promises high stakes and electrifying cricket action for fans.