Biratnagar Kings and Chitwan Rhinos are set for a blockbuster clash when they meet in the 12th match of the Nepal Premier League 2025 tournament on Wednesday at Tribhuvan University Ground in Kirtipur. While Biratnagar will look to remain unbeaten, Chitwan Rhinos will aim for their second victory of this season.

 

Biratnagar Kings

 

Biratnagar Kings will look to continue their dominance in the tournament in their next match as well after winning their first three matches. They are coming into this game after beating Janakpur Bolts by 9 runs in a thriller match. While batting first, the Kings posted 135 for 7, thanks to the gritty knocks from Basir Ahamad and Shubham Ranjane. Later, they restricted the Bolts to only 126 for 9 in the second innings. Sandeep Lamichhane was the pick of the bowlers, taking four wickets for just 11 runs in his spell. Biratnagar Kings are currently sitting at the top of the points table. 

 

 

Chitwan Rhinos

 

Chitwan Rhinos have had a mixed campaign in the Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2025 so far. They started with a 4-wicket victory over Karnali Yaks in their opening fixtures, but then fell to Lumbini Lions by 6 wickets in the second match. Chitwan Rhinos posted 142 for 7 in their innings while batting first, to which the Lions chased it down with 4 wickets in hand with the help of Gulbadin Naib's 44-run knock. They are currently in the fifth spot in the points table.

 

BIK vs CHR T20 Match Details

 

BIK vs CHR T20 NPL Match Details
Match	Biratnagar Kings vs Chitwan Rhinos 12th T20 Match
Date and Time	Tuesday, November 18; 3:45 p.m. IST
Venue	Tribhuvan University Ground, Kirtipur
Broadcasting and live streaming	TV - Star Sports Select 1; Live Stream - FanCode

 

BIK vs CHR T20 Pitch Report

 

The surface at Kirtipur is known for helping bowlers, particularly seamers, who benefit from extra movement due to the moisture on the pitch. Despite the bowling-friendly conditions, batsmen can pile up good runs if they spend some good time at the crease. The average first innings total at this venue is 160, which is likely to go higher in this match.

 

BIK vs CHR T20 Weather Report

 

The weather is expected to remain clear and warm throughout the match, with no to little chances of rain predicted. The temperature is likely to be around 26-20°C. 

 

BIK vs CHR Head-to-Head Records

 

BIK vs CHR head-to-head (in T20s)
Match Played	1
Won by Biratnagar Kings	1
Won by Chitwan Rhinos	0
Tied	0
No Result	0

 

BIK vs CHR T20 Probable XI

 

• Biratnagar Kings: Basir Ahmad, Shubham Ranjane, Naren Bhatta, Lokesh Bahadur Bam, George Munsey, Marchant de Lange, Sandeep Lamichhane (c), Surya Tamang, Martin Guptill, Narayan Joshi, Pratis GC

 

• Chitwan Rhinos: Kushal Malla (c), Saif Zaib, D Bohara, Rijan Dhakal, A Routela, Dev Khanal, K Singh Airee, Ravi Bopara, Dawid Malan, Arjun Saud, Sohail Tanvir

 

Players To Watch Out For In the BIK vs CHR NPL T20 Match

 

• Sandeep Lamichhane | Biratnagar Kings: The spin all-rounder is clever enough to take crucial wickets through his bowling and also contributes from his lower-order power hitting. In three innings, this season so far, he has taken 7 wickets at a bowling strike rate of just 10. He took four wickets in the last match against Janakpur Bolts. He is one player to watch out for. 

 

• Ravi Bopara | Chitwan Rhinos: The former English all-rounder and right-hand batter contributes well from his batting and bowling. His power-hitting ability has been commendable, especially in this format. He has shown his ability in different T20 leagues across the world. In just two matches so far, he has already collected 118 runs with two consecutive half-centuries and also taken one wicket.

 

BIK vs CHR T20 Toss Prediction

 

Historical Toss-Winning Stats at the Venue

 

• In the last three T20 matches played at this venue from this NPL season, the teams that won the toss have opted to bowl on three occasions.

 

Advantages of Batting First on This Pitch

 

• The team batting first at this venue has won 5 out of the total 10 matches played here this season, while the teams batting second have won 5 games. This trend suggests that teams should prefer to bat first and focus on posting a challenging total on the scoreboard.

 

BIK vs CHR Today's Match Scenario

 

Scenario 1

 

• Toss Winner: Chitwan Rhinos (opts to bat first)


• Power-Play Score: 45-48


• CHR Total: 155-165


• Match Winner: Biratnagar Kings

 

Scenario 2

 

• Toss Winner: Biratnagar Kings (opts to bat first)


• Power-Play Score: 45-52


• BIK Total: 175-185


• Match Winner: Biratnagar Kings

 

Who will win today's BIK vs CHR T20 match?

 

Biratnagar Kings are favourites to win this match as they are in better form and will be arriving in this game on the back of a three-game winning streak. Moreover, they won the last face-off against the Chitwan Rhinos last year, asserting their dominance.