LL vs SR, Nepal Premier League 2026, 1st T20 Match marks the start of an exciting new season of Nepal’s domestic T20 competition. Lumbini Lions will face Sudurpaschim Royals at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, with both teams eager to begin their campaign with a victory. The contest could depend on top-order batting, all-round performances, and the ability of bowlers to handle pressure during the death overs. Pitch conditions, team combinations, and the toss will also play important roles in determining the outcome. Read the full Monty-7 match prediction for match details, predicted playing XIs, key players to watch, and an assessment of which team has the stronger chance of winning.
LL vs SR Match Prediction, Match Details:
Location
Kirtipur, Kathmandu, Nepal
Venue
Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground
Date & Time
26th Oct/ 03:45 PM PST LOCAL Time
Streaming
Star Sports
Establish
1998
Capacity
13,000
Owner
Government of Nepal
Home Team
None
End Name
Pavilion End & Chobar End
Flood Light
Yes
Lumbini Lions vs Sudurpaschim Royals, ODI Head-to-Head Records:
Total Match
3
LL
1
SR
2
No Result
0
Tie
0
Team Form (Last Five Matches, Most Recent First)
LL
W W W W W
SR
W W L W L
LL vs SR Last Five Head-to-Head Records:
Teams
Win
Date
LL vs SR
LL
13/12/2025
LL vs SR
SR
27/11/2025
LL vs SR
SR
07/12/2024
LL vs SR
N/A
N/A
LL vs SR
N/A
N/A
Lumbini Lions vs Sudurpaschim Royals, Weather Report:
Temperature
23°
Humidity
62%
Wind Speed
5 km/hr
Cloud Cover
0%
LL vs SR, Pitch Report:
The Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur has traditionally offered assistance to spinners, although the renovated pitch for the 2026 Nepal Premier League may also provide some bounce and seam movement for fast bowlers. With the match scheduled under lights, dew could make gripping the ball more difficult for bowlers in the second innings. Teams may therefore consider bowling first after winning the toss, but the best strategy will depend on the pitch inspection and conditions at the start. Batters should aim to build partnerships, while spinners and bowlers using variations could be important during the middle overs