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Lumbini Lions vs Pokhara Avengers, NPL, Today Match Prediction
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LBL vs PKA Win Probability
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Can the Lumbini Lions make it 2 wins in NPL 2026?
- Pokhara Avengers’ Kushal Bhurtel has scored 56 runs in NPL 2026, can bet as top batter.
- Kishore Mahato to take at least 2 wickets in this match.
- Lumbini Lions have won 70% of the last 10 matches at Tribhuvan University Ground.
Lumbini Lions to Win
| Tournament: | Nepal Premier League 2026 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Nepal, Nepal |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
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LBL vs PKA Betting Odds
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LBL vs PKA Match Prediction & Analysis
The second of the Tuesday double-header in the Nepal Premier League 2026 on November 3 will be played between Lumbini Lions and Pokhara Avengers. The match will be at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Stadium in Kirtipur.
Lumbini Lions have played only one game this season so far and registered a convincing 7 wickets win over SudurPaschim Royals but their following game against Chitwan Rhinos ended without a result. Pokhara Avengers meanwhile have lost both their matches.
The two teams have been involved in 4 head-to-head matches in which both teams have won two matches each.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
LBL
W
W
W
W
W
LBL
111/10 in 19.1 5.79
112/6 in 17.4 6.34
PKA
L
L
W
L
W
PKA
145/7 in 20.0 7.25
148/4 in 16.5 8.79
152/10 in 20.0 7.6
165/8 in 20.0 8.25
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 2 Matches
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TEAMS PREVIEW
Lumbini Lions Preview
Lumbini Lions head into their clash against Pokhara Avengers in strong position, sitting third on the points table with three points from two matches.
They opened their campaign with a dominant 7 wicket victory over SudurPaschim Royals, chasing down a modest total with 61 balls to spare, before their subsequent match against Chitwan Rhinos was abandoned without a ball being bowled. D’Arcy Short has been the leading run scorer for the side with 40 runs, closely followed by Aasif Sheikh with 32.
On the bowling front, Kishore Mahato has been outstanding with 4 wickets, while Sher Malla has claimed 3 wickets himself. Rohit Paudel and Tilak Raj Bhandari have also chipped in with a wicket each.
Lumbini Lions Predicted Playing XI:
D’Arcy Short, Aasif Sheikh, Niroshan Dickwella (WK), Shamim Hossain, Rohit Paudel (C), Sundeep Jora, Tilak Raj Bhandari, Dilip Malla, Sher Malla, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Kisor Mahato.
Pokhara Avengers Preview
Pokhara Avengers come into this match searching for their first win of the Nepal Premier League 2026, currently sitting near the bottom of the table with zero points from two defeats. They suffered a 6 wicket loss to SudurPaschim Royals in their opening game and followed it up with a 9 run defeat to Janakpur Bolts in their previous outing.
Kushal Bhurtel has been the top run scorer for the Avengers with 56 runs across two innings, supported by Arjun Gharti (47) and Mahedi Hasan (40). Shakib Al Hasan has been the pick of the bowlers with 4 wickets, while Chamika Karunaratne and Mahedi Hasan have taken two each.
Despite the early setbacks, the side possesses quality overseas talent and local experience. Pokhara Avengers will be eager to turn their campaign around and register their first victory of the season against Lumbini Lions.
Pokhara Avengers Predicted Playing XI:
Dinesh Kharel, Mahedi Hasan, Kushal Bhurtel (C), Shakib Al Hasan, Arjun Gharti (WK), Chamika Karunaratne, Kiran Thagunna, Mohammad Saifuddin, Bipin Acharya, Bipin Khatri, Pratik Pokharel.
Pokhara Avengers Key Players From Previous Game Of Nepal Premier League 2026
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The early estimated weather forecast in Kirtipur is likely to be cloudy with 30-40% chance of rain. The temperature around the evening during the game would be approx 20-18°C.
LBL vs PKA Pitch Report
Pitch Condition
BalancedBatting Conditions
Moderate ScoringPace Bowling
SwingSpin Bowling
High Turn
This is a typical Nepali pitch that starts with decent pace and bounce for the seamers. It tends to slow down and grip more as the match progresses, giving good help to the spinners. Batters need to be careful early but can accelerate later if they get in. The average first inning score at the venue is 145.
Toss: To Bowl
There is no significant advantage of coin toss here. However, the last few games have been low scoring and with cloud cover likely, bowling first is ideal.
LBL vs PKA
Winning Prediction
Lumbini Lions are clear favourites. They started the season with a dominant win and possess a strong bowling unit led by Kishore Mahato’s four wickets and Sher Malla’s three. Pokhara Avengers remain winless and have struggled for consistency despite Shakib Al Hasan’s efforts. Back Lumbini Lions to win.
Lumbini Lions to Win
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