Karnali Yaks vs Pokhara Avengers Match Prediction | Nepal Premier League 2025 | 21st Match | December 02 – Who will win today’s NPL match between KAY vs POA?

KAY vs POA Match Analysis

The 21st Match of the Nepal Premier League sees Karnali Yaks take on Pokhara Avengers at Kirtipur on December 2, 2025. The match is scheduled to start in the evening under lights, promising an exciting day-night contest. Fans can expect a competitive clash as both teams look to bounce back from recent narrow defeats.

Karnali Yaks have shown flashes of brilliance with a balanced mix of experience and youth in their squad. The team relies heavily on their all-rounders and middle-order stability to post competitive totals. However, inconsistency in crunch moments has been a concern for the side.

Pokhara Avengers have been a dynamic team with strong top-order hitters and versatile bowling options. Led by Kushal Bhurtel, they can turn games around with explosive batting performances. Their recent matches have highlighted their fighting spirit despite tight losses.

Karnali Yaks vs. Pokhara Avengers Team Preview & Squads

Karnali Yaks

Sompal Kami leads the side with tactical acumen and aggressive leadership. Known for his sharp bowling and fielding awareness, he often motivates the team during high-pressure situations. His experience at both domestic and international levels adds stability to the Yaks.

KAY boast a solid batting lineup anchored by William Bosisto and Max O’Dowd. The middle order, including Pawan Sarraf and Deepak Dumre, provides flexibility in rotating strike and finishing games. The team also has lower-order hitters capable of accelerating the innings in the final overs.

KAY bowling is spearheaded by Sompal Kami, with support from Dipendra Rawat and Mark Watt. Spin options like Nandan Yadav can exploit slow tracks, while seamers provide wicket-taking ability upfront. Overall, the bowling unit is balanced, blending pace and spin effectively.

In their last outing against Kathmandu Gorkhas, Karnali Yaks managed 149/7 in 20 overs. Kathmandu successfully chased 150 with 12 balls remaining, winning by 5 wickets. Despite the loss, Yaks showed resilience in the middle overs but lacked finishing strength. This defeat highlighted the need for sharper death bowling and stronger partnerships.

Karnali Yaks Squad

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

Pokhara Avengers

Kushal Bhurtel leads POA with a calm yet aggressive approach. He has been instrumental in anchoring the innings and inspiring younger players. His batting prowess at the top order gives the team a consistent platform.

The Avengers’ batting is spearheaded by Abhisekh Tiwari and Adam Rossington, providing solid firepower. Middle-order batsmen like Aakash Chand and Sandeep Chettri can accelerate when needed. Their depth ensures they can chase or set challenging totals effectively.

POA boasts a mix of pace and spin with Raymon Reifer and Krishna Poudel leading the attack. Arjun Kumal and Dinesh Kharel provide control in the middle overs. Their bowling unit thrives on creating pressure through disciplined lines and variations.

Against Lumbini Lions, Pokhara Avengers scored 150/5, but Lumbini narrowly chased it in 19.4 overs. The loss by 3 wickets underlined their inability to defend a competitive total despite a strong bowling setup. The team has been competitive, but finishing games remains a concern.

Pokhara Avengers Squad

Aakash Chand, Abhisekh Tiwari, Kushal Bhurtel (c), Bipin Khatri, Sandeep Chettri, Trit Raj Das, Sagar Dhakal, Dinesh Kharel, Krishna Poudel, Arjun Kumal, Raymon Reifer, Adam Rossington (wk), Kiran Thagunna

KAY vs POA Outfield Report

The Kirtipur pitch tends to favour batsmen in the first 10 overs with true bounce, while spinners can come into play in the middle overs. Pacers can exploit early movement, but the surface generally slows down as the game progresses. Teams batting second often find it slightly tricky to chase large totals.

The weather is expected to be clear with temperatures around 18–20°C. Evening dew could play a role, potentially aiding batsmen in the latter half of the match. Light winds may help swing bowlers early in the innings.

Historically, scores of 160–170 are challenging but achievable on this track. The highest recorded total in recent matches is 180, while teams batting second have struggled to chase under 140 on tricky days. This makes winning the toss and choosing the right strategy crucial.

Karnali Yaks vs. Pokhara Avengers Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last five encounters, Pokhara Avengers have a slight edge over Karnali Yaks, winning three out of five games. The contests have been close, with most games decided in the final overs, highlighting a competitive rivalry.

KAY vs POA Prediction

According to cricket analysts, Pokhara Avengers have a 52% chance of Winning.

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