Lumbini Lions Fixtures 2026
The Nepal Premier League Season 3 runs from October 26 to November 21, 2026. Below are the Lumbini Lions' Season 3 fixtures (subject to change). Open any card for the full match preview:
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Sudurpaschim RoyalsLumbini Lions
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Janakpur Bolts
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Biratnagar KingsLumbini LionsLumbini Lions Records
- Most runs in NPL history: Rohit Paudel — 555 runs across the first two seasons, the league record.
- Most wickets in Season 2 (2025): Sher Malla — 17 wickets, the joint-highest tally of the season.
- Player of the Series, Season 2: Ruben Trumpelmann.
- Season 2 final: Sudurpaschim Royals bowled out for 85; the Lions chased it in 9 overs (86/4) to win their first title.
- All-time record: 17 matches played, 8 won, across Seasons 1 and 2.
Lumbini Lions All-Time Top Run Scorers
| Player | Runs | Matches | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Paudel | 555 | 17 | 32.65 | 113.5 |
| D'Arcy Short | 256 | 10 | 25.60 | 121.3 |
| Sundeep Jora | 235 | 17 | 15.67 | 107.3 |
| Tom Moores | 165 | 7 | 23.57 | 126.9 |
| Niroshan Dickwella | 137 | 6 | 34.25 | 122.3 |
Rohit Paudel's 555 runs are the most by any player in NPL history.
Lumbini Lions All-Time Top Wicket Takers
| Player | Wickets | Matches | Average | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Paudel | 18 | 11 | 11.44 | 7.20 |
| Sher Malla | 17 | 10 | 13.76 | 6.99 |
| Ruben Trumpelmann | 15 | 10 | 14.93 | 6.35 |
| Abhishesh Gautam | 13 | 14 | 22.54 | 6.77 |
| Tilak Bhandari | 9 | 9 | 18.89 | 5.64 |
| Saad Bin Zafar | 9 | 7 | 19.00 | 6.88 |
| Ramon Simmonds | 9 | 7 | 21.56 | 8.10 |
Three bowlers — Tilak Bhandari, Saad Bin Zafar and Ramon Simmonds — are level in fifth place on nine wickets each. Sher Malla's 17 wickets all came in Season 2, the joint-highest tally of that season.
Season 2 (2025) Match Results — Champions
| Date | Match | Opponent | Scores | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Nov 2025 | Match 5 | Chitwan Rhinos | Chitwan Rhinos 142/7 (20 ov) · Lumbini Lions 146/4 (18.3 ov) | Won by 6 wickets |
| 22 Nov 2025 | Match 7 | Karnali Yaks | Lumbini Lions 156/8 (20 ov) · Karnali Yaks 161/1 (12.2 ov) | Lost by 9 wickets |
| 25 Nov 2025 | Match 11 | Kathmandu Gorkhas | Kathmandu Gorkhas 157/8 (20 ov) · Lumbini Lions 135 all out (19.1 ov) | Lost by 22 runs |
| 27 Nov 2025 | Match 13 | Sudurpaschim Royals | Lumbini Lions 143 all out (19.4 ov) · Sudurpaschim Royals 145/3 (18.2 ov) | Lost by 7 wickets |
| 29 Nov 2025 | Match 17 | Pokhara Avengers | Pokhara Avengers 150/5 (20 ov) · Lumbini Lions 151/7 (19.4 ov) | Won by 3 wickets |
| 3 Dec 2025 | Match 22 | Biratnagar Kings | Biratnagar Kings 144/8 (20 ov) · Lumbini Lions 145/5 (17.4 ov) | Won by 5 wickets |
| 5 Dec 2025 | Match 25 | Janakpur Bolts | Janakpur Bolts 132/6 (20 ov) · Lumbini Lions 136/6 (19.1 ov) | Won by 4 wickets |
| 10 Dec 2025 | Eliminator | Kathmandu Gorkhas | Kathmandu Gorkhas 111 all out (19.1 ov) · Lumbini Lions 112/6 (17.4 ov) | Won by 4 wickets |
| 11 Dec 2025 | Qualifier 2 | Biratnagar Kings | Lumbini Lions 134/8 (20 ov) · Biratnagar Kings 94 all out (17.5 ov) | Won by 40 runs |
| 13 Dec 2025 | Final | Sudurpaschim Royals | Sudurpaschim Royals 85 all out (19.1 ov) · Lumbini Lions 86/4 (9 ov) | Won by 6 wickets |
Season 1 (2024) Match Results
| Date | Match | Opponent | Scores | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Dec 2024 | Match 7 | Biratnagar Kings | Lumbini Lions 191/7 (20 ov) · Biratnagar Kings 193/8 (19.5 ov) | Lost by 2 wickets |
| 6 Dec 2024 | Match 11 | Pokhara Avengers | Lumbini Lions 170/5 (20 ov) · Pokhara Avengers 176/0 (16.5 ov) | Lost by 10 wickets |
| 7 Dec 2024 | Match 12 | Sudurpaschim Royals | Sudurpaschim Royals 187/4 (20 ov) · Lumbini Lions 142/9 (20 ov) | Lost by 45 runs |
| 8 Dec 2024 | Match 14 | Janakpur Bolts | Janakpur Bolts 136/9 (20 ov) · Lumbini Lions 135/8 (20 ov) | Lost by 1 run |
| 10 Dec 2024 | Match 16 | Chitwan Rhinos | Lumbini Lions 167/6 (20 ov) · Chitwan Rhinos 134/8 (20 ov) | Won by 33 runs |
| 11 Dec 2024 | Match 19 | Kathmandu Gurkhas | Kathmandu Gurkhas 103 all out (19.2 ov) · Lumbini Lions 85 all out (19.2 ov) | Lost by 18 runs |
| 13 Dec 2024 | Match 22 | Karnali Yaks | Karnali Yaks 128/8 (20 ov) · Lumbini Lions 123/7 (20 ov) | Lost by 5 runs |
All 17 matches were played at the TU Cricket Ground, Kirtipur. Across the two seasons the Lions have played 17, won 8 and lost 9.
Coaching Staff
Tinu Yohannan is the head coach of the Lumbini Lions, and former India all-rounder Robin Singh works with the squad as team mentor.
Head Coach: Tinu Yohannan
Yohannan played Test and ODI cricket for India as a fast bowler before moving into coaching. He leads the Lions' Season 3 campaign from the dugout.
Team Mentor: Robin Singh
Singh played 136 ODIs for India and has coached in T20 leagues around the world. With the Lions he works as team mentor through the season.
Latest Lumbini Lions News
Lumbini Lions Sign Shamim Hossain for NPL Season 3
Lumbini Lions have signed Bangladesh all-rounder Shamim Hossain for NPL Season 3. The U-19 World Cup winner joins the champions for the October 26 opener.
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Shadley van Schalkwyk Joins Lumbini Lions for NPL 2026
Defending champions Lumbini Lions have signed USA all-rounder Shadley van Schalkwyk for NPL Season 3 after his 13-wicket haul at the 2026 T20 World Cup.
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Lumbini Lions Re-sign Dickwella for NPL Season 3
Lumbini Lions have re-signed Niroshan Dickwella for NPL Season 3. The Sri Lankan sparked a six-match unbeaten run to the title last year, averaging 34.25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the team's history in NPL?
The Lumbini Lions made their NPL debut in the 2024 season. They finished bottom in their first season with only one victory, then won the Season 2 title in 2025, beating the Sudurpaschim Royals by six wickets in the final, and start Season 3 as defending champions. Past Lions players include Ben Cutting (Season 1, 2024), Aadil Khan (Season 2, 2025), D'Arcy Short (Season 2, 2025), Gulbadin Naib (Season 2, 2025), Sumit Maharjan (Season 2, 2025) and Thomas Draca (Season 2, 2025).
Who is the captain for the 2026 season?
Rohit Paudel will lead the team as captain for the 2026 season. His leadership and all-round capabilities are crucial to the team's strategy.
Are overseas players confirmed for Season 3?
Yes. Lumbini Lions have confirmed four overseas signings for Season 3: Namibia's Ruben Trumpelmann, Sri Lanka's Niroshan Dickwella, Shadley van Schalkwyk of the USA and Bangladesh all-rounder Shamim Hossain, listed in the overseas signings panel above alongside the retained players and auction buys.
How can fans support the team?
Fans can support the Lumbini Lions by attending matches, purchasing official merchandise, engaging with the team on social media, and participating in fan events organized throughout the season.
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