Cricket Prediction | KAY vs LUL | Nepal Premier League 2025 | 7th Match | Nov 22 – Who’s Ready to Dominate?

KAY vs LUL Match Analysis

Karnali Yaks take on Lumbini Lions in the 7th Match of the NPL 2025 at Kirtipur on November 22. The game is scheduled to start in the afternoon, with ideal conditions expected for a competitive T20 clash. Fans can anticipate a fast-paced encounter as both sides look to assert dominance early in the tournament.

Karnali Yaks have shown glimpses of their potential, combining experienced campaigners with young talent. Players like Max O’Dowd and Sompal Kami bring international exposure that can anchor their batting and bowling units. 

Lumbini Lions enter this match with momentum from their recent victory over Chitwan Rhinos. The presence of explosive hitters like D’Arcy Short and the leadership of Rohit Paudel gives them an edge in high-pressure situations. 

Karnali Yaks vs Lumbini Lions Team Preview & Squads

Karnali Yaks

Sompal Kami leads the KAY with an aggressive yet tactical approach. Known for his all-round abilities, he contributes both with the ball and lower-order hitting. His leadership is expected to be crucial in guiding the team in tight situations.

The Yaks’ batting revolves around Max O’Dowd and William Bosisto at the top, providing stability and scoring ability. Mid-order contributions from Deepak Dumre and Yuvraj Khatri can turn the innings if early wickets fall. 

KAY bowling relies on Sompal Kami and Fazalhaq Farooqi for breakthroughs. Mark Watt and Pawan Sarraf provide variety, while Bipin Sharma can contribute in the crucial middle overs. The attack is capable of defending modest totals if executed well.

In their previous outing against Chitwan Rhinos, Karnali posted a competitive 166/3. However, the bowlers could not contain Chitwan’s chase, losing by 4 wickets with 5 balls to spare. Max O’Dowd was the standout performer with the bat, while Sompal Kami chipped in with crucial overs. 

Karnali Yaks Squads

William Bosisto, Deepak Dumre, Arjun Gharti (wk), Gulsan Jha, Imran Sheikh, Yuvraj Khatri, Max O’Dowd, Dipendra Rawat, Pawan Sarraf, Bipin Sharma, Unish Singh, Sompal Kami (c), Mark Watt, Nandan Yadav

Lumbini Lions

Rohit Paudel leads Lumbini with calm authority and tactical awareness. He anchors the innings while backing explosive hitters to accelerate when needed. Under his captaincy, the Lions have demonstrated goTodayod team cohesion and strategic play.

The batting unit is bolstered by D’Arcy Short and Tilak Bhandari, who can change the course of a match rapidly. Middle-order stability comes from Abhishesh Gautam and Thomas Draca. The side has the firepower to chase or set competitive totals in any situation.

LUL bowling attack blends pace and spin effectively. JJ Smit and Ruben Trumpelmann handle the pace duties, while Gulbadin Naib and Bishal Patel provide spin options. The bowlers have shown the ability to defend totals and take early wickets to apply pressure.

LUL secured a comfortable 6-wicket victory over Chitwan Rhinos, chasing 143 with 9 balls remaining. D’Arcy Short and Rohit Paudel were instrumental in the successful chase. The bowlers restricted Chitwan to a below-par total, showing both control and tactical execution. 

Lumbini Lions Squads

Aadil Khan, Dinesh Adhikari, Tilak Bhandari, Thomas Draca, Abhishesh Gautam, Gulbadin Naib, Durgesh Gupta, Sundeep Jora, Sumit Maharjan, Sher Malla, Dilip Nath, Bishal Patel, Rohit Paudel (c), Sameer Ali Musalman (wk), D’Arcy Short, JJ Smit, Ruben Trumpelmann

KAY vs LUL Outfield Report

The Kirtipur pitch is expected to be balanced, offering assistance to both batsmen and bowlers. Early movement might trouble openers, but the surface tends to ease out in the middle overs. Spinners could play a pivotal role in the latter half of the innings.

Weather conditions are forecast to be clear with a temperature of around 24°C. Humidity will be moderate, and there is little chance of rain interrupting play. These conditions favour a standard T20 match without much external disruption.

Historically, scores at Kirtipur vary between 140-180 when batting first. Chasing sides have occasionally crossed 160 with calculated partnerships. Both teams will likely aim to set or chase totals in the 150-170 range.

Karnali Yaks vs Lumbini Lions Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

Karnali Yaks and Lumbini Lions have faced off five times in the NPL, with both teams sharing wins, making the contests evenly poised. This head-to-head parity suggests a closely fought match in this 7th fixture.

KAY vs LUL Prediction

According to cricket analysts Lumbini Lions have a 56% chance of Winning.

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