The Nepal Premier League 2025 heads into the playoffs with Sudur Paschim Royals facing Biratnagar Kings in Qualifier 1 on Tuesday, 9th December at the Kirtipur Cricket Ground at 3:45 PM IST. Ahead of this knockout, here’s a look at the pitch report, head to head record and match winner prediction for Sudur Paschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings.
Sudur Paschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings Props
Stats
- Binod Bhandari is the leading run scorer for Sudur Paschim Royals with 201 runs in 7 matches.
- Basir Ahamad is the leading run scorer for Biratnagar Kings with 176 runs in 7 matches.
Kirtipur Cricket Ground - Pitch Report
The surface at Kirtipur has played true through the season, offering a balanced contest between bat and ball. Pacers find movement with the new ball, especially in afternoon starts, while spinners come into the game as the pitch begins to dry and grip.
Batting gets easier once set, but stroke-making isn’t straightforward later in the innings. A total in the range of 160–170 is typically competitive on this wicket, particularly in a playoff match.
SPR vs BIK Head to Head
In the Nepal Premier League, Sudur Paschim Royals and Biratnagar Kings have faced each other twice, with both teams winning once, keeping the head-to-head level.
- Matches Played: 2
- Sudur Paschim Royals Won: 1
- Biratnagar Kings Won: 1
SPR vs BIK Squads
Sudur Paschim Royals Squad: Binod Bhandari(w), Chris Lynn, Ishan Pandey, Puneet Mehra, Harmeet Singh, Aarif Sheikh, Dipendra Singh Airee(c), Dipak Bohara, Scott Kuggeleijn, Hikmat Mahara, Abinash Bohara, Josh Brown, Hemant Dhami, Naren Saud, Milan Bohara, Dipendra Thapa, Tek Rawat.
Biratnagar Kings Squad: George Munsey, Faf du Plessis, Lokesh Bam(w), Sam Heazlett, Narayan Joshi, Pratis GC, Marchant de Lange, Sahil Patel, Sandeep Lamichhane(c), Subash Bhandari, Naren Bhatta, Martin Guptill, Shehan Jayasuriya, Shankar Rana, Shubham Ranjane, Surya Tamang, Basir Ahamad, Sharwan Kisku.
Sudur Paschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings Match Winner Prediction
Sudur Paschim Royals carry stronger momentum into Qualifier 1, and their deeper batting order gives them a clearer edge. Meanwhile, Biratnagar Kings depend heavily on their top-order, which makes them vulnerable if early wickets fall. Therefore, the Royals head into this clash as the slight favourites.
Our Winner Prediction: Sudur Paschim Royals to Win!
