Kathmandu. Under the third season of Nepal Premier League (NPL), Sudurpaschim Royals and Pokhara Avengers are scheduled to face each other today.

The match will begin at 5:00 pm at the Tribhuvan International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur.

Pokhara, captained by Kushal Bhurtel, has not been able to make it to the final of the NPL so far. Dipendra Singh Airee-led Sudurpaschim has not been able to win the title despite making it to the final twice in a row.

Eight teams are also competing in this season’s NPL. According to the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN), the tournament will run till November 5.

Meanwhile, Sri Lankan cricketer Sadeera Samarawickrama will be playing for Pokhara Avengers.