Pokhara Avengers face Lumbini Lions in the 17th match of Nepal Premier League 2025 on November 29, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur. Pokhara enter as favorites after a recent 27-run win over Janakpur Bolts, holding a 1-0 head-to-head edge with a prior 10-wicket victory over Lumbini. Lumbini sit near the bottom with one win in four matches and need a strong showing to boost playoff hopes.
Pokhara boast momentum from Kushal Bhurtel (112 runs, SR 175) and Bipin Khatri (4 wickets, eco 5.42), with Adam Rossington providing top-order stability. James Neesham and Daniel Douthwaite add all-round depth, though middle-order consistency from Sumeet Verma and Trit Raj Das remains key. Their balanced attack suits the batting-friendly yet wearing pitch.
Lumbini rely heavily on captain Rohit Paudel (134 runs, avg 33.50) and Ruben Trumpelmann (6 wickets, eco 8.15) amid three straight losses. D’Arcy Short has underperformed (avg <18), while Gulbadin Naib offers dual contributions but fielding lapses hurt. Openers like Sundeep Jora must fire to ease middle-order pressure.
Nepal Premier League 2025 Live Streaming info
This setup ensures that cricket fans in India and Nepal have access to all the exciting matches of the inaugural NPL 2025 season, which runs from November 17 to December 15, 2025.
Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2025 live through various channels and streaming services:
The matches will be broadcast on the Star Sports Network. Viewers can tune in to specific Star Sports channels to catch the live action.
- India: FanCode is the official live-streaming partner. You can watch the matches online via the FanCode app or website by purchasing a pass.
- Nepal: Fans can watch the matches on the Action Sports HD YouTube channel and the DishHome Go app.
Live Streaming Info:
Star Sport will be live: LUL vs POA
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Lumbini Lions vs Pokhara Avengers
Predicted Playing XI
Pokhara Avengers
Dinesh Kharel | Adam Rossington (wk) | Kushal Bhurtel (c) | Kiran Thagunna | James Neesham | Sumeet Verma | Trit Raj Das | Daniel Douthwaite | Bipin Khatri | Aakash Chand | Sagar Dhakal
Lumbini Lions
Sundeep Jora | D’Arcy Short | Rohit Paudel (c) | Gulbadin Naib | Dilip Nath (wk) | Thomas Draca | Sumit Maharjan | Ruben Trumpelmann | Sher Malla | Abhishesh Gautam | Tilak Bhandari
Pokhara Avengers Analysis
Pokhara Avengers lead NPL 2025 with strong recent form, including a 27-run victory over Janakpur Bolts and a prior 10-wicket win against Lumbini Lions. Their batting thrives on Kushal Bhurtel (112 runs, SR 175) and Dinesh Kharel’s explosive starts, backed by Adam Rossington’s stability and all-rounders James Neesham and Daniel Douthwaite. Bowling relies on Bipin Khatri (4 wickets, eco 5.42) and Sagar Dhakal, though middle-order depth from Sumeet Verma needs improvement on wearing pitches.
Strengths
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Dynamic top order with high strike rates exceeding 170.
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Balanced overseas options like Neesham for death overs.
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Momentum from 235 team runs in key matches.
Weaknesses
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Inconsistent middle order post-powerplay.
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Limited spin variety beyond Aakash Chand.
Lumbini Lions Analysis
Lumbini Lions struggle with one win from four matches and three consecutive losses, heavily dependent on captain Rohit Paudel (134 runs, avg 33.50). Overseas stars D’Arcy Short and Gulbadin Naib provide firepower, but openers like Sundeep Jora underperform, easing middle-order pressure. Bowling hinges on Ruben Trumpelmann (6 wickets, eco 8.15), yet lacks pace depth beyond Thomas Draca and Sher Malla.
Strengths
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Experienced core with Paudel’s consistency.
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Potential in all-rounders like Naib for dual impact.
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Batting capable of 170+ totals when clicking.
Weaknesses
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Weak bowling attack, especially pace, prone to high economies.
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Fielding errors and poor chases in recent outings.