Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings Live Score, Match 8, NPL 2026
Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings live score and ball-by-ball updates for Match 8 of NPL 2026 begin at 5:00 PM NST on Saturday, 31 October 2026 at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur. The full scorecard, commentary and squads are all in the match centre below, and the playing XIs are added as soon as they are confirmed at the toss.
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Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings Live Score
The 8th Match of the Nepal Premier League 2026 (Season 3) is Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings, scheduled for Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 5:00 PM NST. It is one of the 28 league-stage matches, the second game of a double-header, played at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur.
Sudurpaschim Royals have Saif Zaib, Kuggeleijn and McMullen among their overseas signings confirmed for Season 3, while Biratnagar Kings have confirmed Asalanka and Ranjane. Full squads and player profiles are on the Sudurpaschim Royals and Biratnagar Kings team pages.
Players to watch: Saif Zaib, Kuggeleijn and McMullen for Sudurpaschim Royals; Asalanka and Ranjane for Biratnagar Kings.
8th Match is one of 28 league-stage matches in NPL Season 3, which runs from October 26 to November 21, 2026 with eight franchises playing a single round-robin — seven league games each for Sudurpaschim Royals and Biratnagar Kings. The top four teams on the points table advance to the playoffs, so every win and every net-run-rate swing in the league stage matters.
A win for either Sudurpaschim Royals or Biratnagar Kings here is worth 2 points. In a round-robin this tight, results like 8th Match decide who reaches the playoffs — check the points table after the match for the updated standings.
Watch Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings live: NetTV streams every NPL match worldwide and Himalaya TV broadcasts in Nepal — see the streaming guide for all viewing options.
Sudurpaschim Royals Innings — Yet to bat
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yet to bat — playing XI confirmed after the toss. | ||||||
Extras: to be confirmed
Total: to be confirmed
Yet to bat: Playing XI confirmed after the toss.
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | NB | WD | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowling figures will appear once play begins. | |||||||
Fall of wickets: to be confirmed
Biratnagar Kings Innings — Yet to bat
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yet to bat — playing XI confirmed after the toss. | ||||||
Extras: to be confirmed
Total: to be confirmed
Yet to bat: Playing XI confirmed after the toss.
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | NB | WD | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowling figures will appear once play begins. | |||||||
Fall of wickets: to be confirmed
Match Flow
Ball-by-ball match flow — every wicket, milestone and momentum shift — will appear here once the match begins.
The live score will appear here automatically once the match begins. No playing XI is published yet — the XI is confirmed after the toss.
Ball-by-ball commentary
Commentary begins at the toss on match day — about 30 minutes before the 5:00 PM NST start on Saturday, 31 October 2026. Ball-by-ball updates will run here during play, alongside the live score in the Scorecard tab and on the live scores page.
Overs
Over-by-over details will appear here once play begins on 31 October 2026.
| # | Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Biratnagar Kings | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2 |  Chitwan Rhinos | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 3 |  Janakpur Bolts | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 4 |  Karnali Yaks | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 5 |  Kathmandu Gorkhas | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 6 |  Lumbini Lions | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 7 |  Pokhara Avengers | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 8 |  Sudurpaschim Royals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
Pre-season standings — no matches played yet. The table updates after every match. Full standings: NPL 2026 points table.
| Competition | Nepal Premier League Season 3 (NPL 2026) |
|---|---|
| Match | 8th Match — league stage |
| Date | Saturday, 31 October 2026 |
| Start time | 5:00 PM NST |
| Venue | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur |
| Toss | To be announced |
| Umpires | To be announced |
| Watch live | NetTV (worldwide streaming) · Himalaya TV (Nepal) |
Sudurpaschim Royals squad
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
 Aarif Sheikh | Batter |
 Abinash Bohara | Bowler |
 Anil Kharel | Bowler |
| Ayub Chand | — |
 Binod Bhandari | Wicket-keeper |
| Brandon McMullen | All-rounder |
 Dipak Bohara | Wicketkeeper |
 Dipendra Singh Airee Captain | All-rounder |
 Hemant Dhami | Bowler |
 Hikmat Mahara | — |
 Ishan Pandey | Batter |
 Milan Bohara | Allrounder |
 Sachin Bhatta | Bowler |
| Saif Ali Zaib | All-rounder |
| Scott Kuggeleijn | Bowling all-rounder |
 Tek Rawat | Wicketkeeper |
Biratnagar Kings squad
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Andre Russell | All-rounder |
| Aprajit Poudel | Slow left-arm orthodox bowler |
 Basir Ahamad | Left-handed all-rounder (Left-arm spin) |
| Charith Asalanka | Batter |
 Dilsad Ali | Wicketkeeper-batter |
 Imran Shekh | Batter |
 Lokesh Bam | Wicketkeeper-batter |
 Narayan Joshi | Fast-bowling all-rounder (Right-arm medium-fast) |
 Naren Saud | Bowler |
| Prajwal Thapa | Wicketkeeper |
 Pratik Shrestha | Allrounder |
 Pratish GC | Left-arm fast bowler |
 Rupesh Kumar Singh | Allrounder |
 Sandeep Lamichhane Captain | Right-arm leg-break bowler |
| Shubham Ranjane | All-rounder |
 Subash Bhandari | Right-arm offbreak bowler |
 Sujan Thapaliya | Allrounder |
Match stats
Top scorers, best bowling figures and the player of the match will appear here once play begins on 31 October 2026.
Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings Preview
The 8th Match of the Nepal Premier League 2026 (Season 3) is Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings, scheduled for Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 5:00 PM NST. It is one of the 28 league-stage matches, the second game of a double-header, played at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur.
Sudurpaschim Royals have Saif Zaib, Kuggeleijn and McMullen among their overseas signings confirmed for Season 3, while Biratnagar Kings have confirmed Asalanka and Ranjane. Full squads and player profiles are on the Sudurpaschim Royals and Biratnagar Kings team pages.
Players to watch: Saif Zaib, Kuggeleijn and McMullen for Sudurpaschim Royals; Asalanka and Ranjane for Biratnagar Kings.
8th Match is one of 28 league-stage matches in NPL Season 3, which runs from October 26 to November 21, 2026 with eight franchises playing a single round-robin — seven league games each for Sudurpaschim Royals and Biratnagar Kings. The top four teams on the points table advance to the playoffs, so every win and every net-run-rate swing in the league stage matters.
A win for either Sudurpaschim Royals or Biratnagar Kings here is worth 2 points. In a round-robin this tight, results like 8th Match decide who reaches the playoffs — check the points table after the match for the updated standings.
Watch Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings live: NetTV streams every NPL match worldwide and Himalaya TV broadcasts in Nepal — see the streaming guide for all viewing options.
Venue: Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur
Every NPL Season 3 fixture — including the 8th Match, Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings — is played at the TU International Cricket Stadium in Kirtipur, the home of international cricket in Nepal. All 28 league-stage matches and the four playoff fixtures of the 2026 season are staged at this single venue.
For 8th Match on Saturday, 31 October 2026 (5:00 PM NST), arrive early — gates typically open well before the first ball, and double-header days draw the biggest crowds. Entry and ticket details are on the NPL tickets page, and the venue guide has directions and match-day information.
FAQs
When is Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings?
The 8th Match of NPL 2026, Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings, is scheduled for Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 5:00 PM NST. It is the second game of a double-header on Saturday.
Where is Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings being played?
At the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. All 28 league-stage matches of NPL Season 3 are played at this venue.
Where can I watch Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings live?
NetTV streams Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings — and every other NPL match — worldwide, and Himalaya TV broadcasts the tournament in Nepal. The streaming guide on this site lists all official viewing options.
Where do I find the live score?
On this page — the match centre at the top updates automatically during the game with the live score, and the full scorecard fills in ball by ball. You can also follow every game on the NPL live scores hub.
Is Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings a double-header?
Yes. Saturday is a double-header day: this is the second game, starting at 5:00 PM NST.
What does this result mean for the points table?
A win is worth 2 points, and net run rate settles ties — in a single round-robin every result reshapes the race for the four playoff spots. The points table is updated after each match.
How can I buy tickets for Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings?
Through the official ticket channels listed on the NPL tickets page. Double-header and weekend games tend to sell out first, so book early.
When are the playing XIs announced?
Playing XIs are confirmed after the toss on match day, about 30 minutes before the first ball. Nothing is published before that — the scorecard on this page fills in once play begins.
Conclusion
Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings at the TU Cricket Ground in Kirtipur on Saturday, 31 October 2026 carries two league points and an early say in the Season 3 playoff race. Follow the Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings live score ball by ball on this page, watch the match live on NetTV, or follow it on Himalaya Sports in Nepal.
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