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PKA vs SPR Fantasy Team – Match Details
Match: Pokhara Avengers vs Sudurpaschim Royals, 4th Match
Series: Nepal Premier League 2026
Date: Wednesday, 28 October 2026
Time: 4:45 PM IST (5:00 PM local time)
Venue: Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur
Sudurpaschim Royals lost the opening game of the season badly. They were bowled out for 87 by Lumbini Lions and lost by 7 wickets. Pokhara Avengers play their first game of the season, with Kushal Bhurtel as captain and Shakib Al Hasan in the squad.
Recent Form
Sudurpaschim Royals:
- 26 Oct vs Lumbini Lions, Kirtipur: Lost by 7 wickets. Sudurpaschim 87 all out in 17.2 overs, Lumbini 88/3 in 9.5 overs. Dipendra Singh Airee 27 off 23, Anil Kharel 15 not out. Anil Kharel 2 wickets, Dipendra Singh Airee 1 wicket.
- Sudurpaschim lost the NPL 2025 final to Lumbini Lions.
Pokhara Avengers:
- This is their first game of NPL 2026.
Points Table
Sudurpaschim have played one game and lost it. Pokhara have not played yet.
PKA vs SPR Head To Head
Sudurpaschim beat Pokhara by 18 runs when the two teams met in NPL 2025.
PKA vs SPR Squads
Pokhara Avengers: Kushal Bhurtel (C), Arjun Gharti (WK), Dinesh Kharel, Chamika Karunaratne, Dhananjaya Lakshan, Mahedi Hasan, Shakib Al Hasan, Bipin Khatri, Pratik Pokharel, Sunny BK, Arjun Kumal, Kiran Thagunna, Bibek Rana Magar, Bipin Acharya, Sagar Dhakal, Aakash Chand, Sudip Aryal
Sudurpaschim Royals: Dipendra Singh Airee (C), Binod Bhandari (WK), Saif Zaib, Aarif Sheikh, Brandon McMullen, Ishan Pandey, Sherfane Rutherford, Scott Kuggeleijn, Anil Kharel, Hemant Dhami, Abinash Bohara, Haider Ali, Fabian Allen, Dipak Bohara, Milan Bohara, Sachin Bhatta, Ayub Chand, Hikmat Mahara, Tek Rawat
Team news: Wikipedia also lists Mohammad Saifuddin with Pokhara. Fabian Allen is listed with Sudurpaschim, but he was named in the Mississauga Skyhawks squad for Global T20 Canada, which runs until early November.
Pitch Report
Kirtipur was tough for batting in the opening game. Sudurpaschim were bowled out for 87, and Lumbini’s bowlers Kishore Mahato (4/14) and Sher Malla (3/11) did most of the damage.
For fantasy, pick bowlers from both sides and openers who can attack early. Around 150 looks like a good total.
Weather Report
It will be partly cloudy in Kirtipur, around 20°C, with almost no chance of rain.
Probable Playing XIs
Pokhara Avengers: Kushal Bhurtel (c), Arjun Gharti (wk), Shakib Al Hasan, Dhananjaya Lakshan, Chamika Karunaratne, Mahedi Hasan, Dinesh Kharel, Bibek Rana Magar, Sunny BK, Sagar Dhakal, Bipin Acharya
Sudurpaschim Royals: Saif Zaib, Binod Bhandari (wk), Aarif Sheikh, Brandon McMullen, Dipendra Singh Airee (c), Ishan Pandey, Sherfane Rutherford, Scott Kuggeleijn, Anil Kharel, Hemant Dhami, Abinash Bohara
Sudurpaschim’s XI is the one that played on Monday. Pokhara’s XI is our best guess from the squad, because this is their first game. Teams can only play a limited number of overseas players. Final XIs come at the toss.
Top Fantasy Picks
- Shakib Al Hasan (PKA, all rounder): Left arm spinner and middle order batter. Points from both.
- Dipendra Singh Airee (SPR, all rounder): Top scorer with 27 and took a wicket on Monday.
- Kushal Bhurtel (PKA, batter): Pokhara captain and Nepal opener.
- Anil Kharel (SPR, all rounder): 2 wickets and 15 not out on Monday.
- Sherfane Rutherford (SPR, batter): Big hitter who failed on Monday but can change a game quickly.
- Mahedi Hasan (PKA, all rounder): Off spinner who bats lower down.
- Brandon McMullen (SPR, all rounder): Bats in the top order and bowls medium pace.
PKA vs SPR Fantasy Team: Small Leagues
Wicketkeeper: Binod Bhandari
Batters: Kushal Bhurtel, Sherfane Rutherford, Saif Zaib
All rounders: Shakib Al Hasan (Vc), Dipendra Singh Airee (C), Anil Kharel, Mahedi Hasan
Bowlers: Sagar Dhakal, Scott Kuggeleijn, Bipin Acharya
Captain: Dipendra Singh Airee. An all rounder who top scored and took a wicket on Monday.
Vice captain: Shakib Al Hasan. Bowls four overs of spin and bats in the middle.
PKA vs SPR Fantasy Team: Grand Leagues
Wicketkeepers: Binod Bhandari, Arjun Gharti
Batters: Kushal Bhurtel, Sherfane Rutherford
All rounders: Shakib Al Hasan (Vc), Anil Kharel (C), Brandon McMullen, Chamika Karunaratne
Bowlers: Sagar Dhakal, Scott Kuggeleijn, Hemant Dhami
Captain: Anil Kharel. An all rounder who took 2 wickets on Monday. Few people will make him captain.
Vice captain: Shakib Al Hasan. Points from bat and ball.
Differentials: Chamika Karunaratne bats and bowls pace for Pokhara. Arjun Gharti keeps wicket and can bat in the middle.
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Match Prediction
Sudurpaschim’s batting collapsed on Monday, and Pokhara have Shakib and good bowling options. Sudurpaschim beat Pokhara last season, but their form is poor. Our pick is Pokhara Avengers to win.
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FAQs – PKA vs SPR Fantasy Team
Who will win Pokhara Avengers vs Sudurpaschim Royals today?
Sudurpaschim were bowled out for 87 on Monday. We pick Pokhara Avengers.
What is the PKA vs SPR Fantasy prediction?
In small leagues, go with Dipendra Singh Airee as captain and Shakib Al Hasan as vice captain. In grand leagues, try Anil Kharel as captain and Shakib Al Hasan as vice captain.
What is the pitch report for Kirtipur?
Bowlers did well in the opening game, when Sudurpaschim were bowled out for 87. Around 150 looks like a good total.
What is the probable playing XI for Pokhara Avengers vs Sudurpaschim Royals?
Sudurpaschim should keep most of their XI from Monday. Pokhara’s XI is built from their squad. Final XIs come at the toss.
Who are the best captain and vice captain picks for PKA vs SPR?
Shakib Al Hasan and Dipendra Singh Airee are the best all rounder picks. Kushal Bhurtel is the best batting pick.
What time does Pokhara Avengers vs Sudurpaschim Royals start?
The match starts at 4:45 PM IST on Wednesday, 28 October 2026. That is 5:00 PM local time in Kirtipur.
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