Kirtipur Afternoon — Gorkhas and Kings Meet in a Match Neither Can Afford to Drop
The Kathmandu Gorkhas have shown glimpses of their potential, including a morale-boosting win over the Karnali Yaks. The Biratnagar Kings, with their mix of local talent and overseas experience, remain one of the more dangerous sides in the NPL. The afternoon slot at Kirtipur, where the surface tends to slow down and reward variations, could produce a tactical battle between two evenly-matched sides.
The Contest
The Gorkhas' recent form — buoyed by their victory over the Yaks — gives them confidence, but the Kings are a different proposition. The Kings' batting lineup has the firepower to post big totals at Kirtipur, where the short boundaries and altitude reward clean hitting.
The afternoon session at Kirtipur is a different prospect to the morning. The surface tends to slow, the ball grips more, and the spinners come into their own. The team that manages the middle overs more effectively — both with the bat and ball — will likely come away with the two points.
Kathmandu Gorkhas vs Biratnagar Kings, Nepal Premier League 2026, TU Ground, Kirtipur — Wednesday, November 5, 4:15 PM IST / 4:00 PM NPT.