Table of Contents
The Nepal Trophy T20 2026 will continue with Sudurpaschim Royals facing Biratnagar Kings in the eighth match at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur, on 31st October at 4:45 PM IST..
Get the best SUD vs BKI Dream11 prediction, My11Circle Prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 8th match of the Nepal Trophy T20 2026. Expert analysis and more.
Also Read: Yuvraj Singh urges BCCI to give Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi ODI chances
Hot Picks for SUD vs BKI Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips for My11Circle Team:
Captaincy Picks:
Dipendra Singh Airee – Leading Sudurpaschim Royals’ all-round efforts, Airee has scored 78 runs in two innings at 78.00, alongside two wickets at an economy rate of 6.64. |
Sherfane Rutherford – The Sudurpaschim Royals batter has accumulated nine runs in two innings at a strike rate of 112.50, bringing explosive left-handed batting ability to the middle order. |
Top Picks:
Andre Russell – Biratnagar Kings’ explosive all-rounder has smashed 60 runs in two innings at a strike rate of 187.50, while also providing valuable contributions with his bowling. |
Angelo Mathews – Combining experience with all-round skills, the Biratnagar Kings veteran has scored 45 runs in two innings and claimed four wickets at an economy rate of 5.86. |
Budget Picks:
Pratis GC – Biratnagar Kings’ left-arm medium-fast bowler strengthens the pace attack with his ability to generate movement, challenge batters during powerplays and contribute useful lower-order runs. |
Ishan Pandey – Sudurpaschim Royals’ left-handed batter has scored 44 runs in two innings at an average of 22.00 and a strike rate of 110.00. |
SUD vs BKI Nepal Trophy T20 2026 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain | Dipendra Singh Airee & Sherfane Rutherford |
Vice-Captain | Andre Russell & Angelo Matthews |
SUD vs BKI Dream11 Prediction Team 1 (My11Circle Team 1):
- Keeper – Binod Bhandari, Lokesh Bam
- Batters – Sherfane Rutherford, Charith Asalanka
- All-Rounders – Dipendra Singh Airee (C), Brandon McMullen, Andre Russell (VC), Imran Sheikh, Angelo Mathews
- Bowlers – Anil Kharel, Sandeep Lamichhane
SUD vs BKI Dream11 Prediction Team 2 (My11Circle Team 2):
- Keeper – Lokesh Bam
- Batters – Sherfane Rutherford (C), Ishan Pandey, Charith Asalanka
- All-Rounders – Dipendra Singh Airee, Brandon McMullen, Andre Russell, Imran Sheikh, Angelo Mathews (VC)
- Bowlers – Anil Kharel, Pratis GC
SUD vs BKI Dream11 Prediction Today Match 8 Nepal Trophy T20 2026 Players to Avoid:
Players | Dream11 Credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
Dilsad Ali | NA | NA |
Deepak Bohara | NA | NA |
SUD vs BKI Dream11 Prediction Today Match 8 Nepal Trophy T20 2026 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice | Dipendra Singh Airee |
GL Captaincy Choice | Sherfane Rutherford |
Punt Picks | Pratis GC and Ishan Pandey |
Dream11 Combination | 2-2-5-2 |
SUD vs BKI Match Preview:
Sudurpaschim Royals will face Biratnagar Kings in the eighth match of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2026 on Saturday, 31 October, at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. The match will begin at 4:45 PM IST. Sudurpaschim currently fifth place with two points from two matches, while Biratnagar sit sixth after losing their opening two games. Consequently, both teams will look to strengthen their position in the standings, improve their net run rate and build momentum for the remainder of the tournament.
Sudurpaschim Royals enter this contest with confidence after securing a six-wicket victory over Pokhara Avengers in their previous match. After restricting Pokhara to 145/7, with Anil Kharel claiming 3/23, the Royals chased down the target in just 16.5 overs. Captain Dipendra Singh Airee led the successful chase with an unbeaten 51 off 36 balls, while Ishan Pandey provided valuable support with 37 runs. Moreover, their convincing performance demonstrated the strength of their batting lineup and bowling attack. The Royals will now aim to maintain that momentum and deliver another consistent performance.
Biratnagar Kings, meanwhile, suffered a narrow four-wicket defeat against Karnali Yaks despite posting a competitive 186/7. Lokesh Bam produced an impressive 87 off 52 balls, while Angelo Mathews contributed 31 runs to strengthen the total. However, Sompal Kami turned the contest around with an unbeaten 62 off just 32 deliveries, guiding Karnali to 187/6 in 19.5 overs. Therefore, Biratnagar must improve their bowling execution and perform better during the closing overs. Although Sudurpaschim hold the advantage after their recent victory, the Kings possess considerable batting firepower through Lokesh Bam, Andre Russell and Angelo Mathews. Ultimately, the Royals will look to extend their winning run, while Biratnagar will fight hard to register their first victory of the season.
SUD vs BKI Head-to-Head Record:
Teams | Matches Won |
Sudurpaschim Royals | 0 |
Biratnagar Kings | 0 |
SUD vs BKI Weather & Pitch Report:
Temperature | 29°C |
Weather Forecast | Overcast |
Pitch Behaviour | Batting-friendly |
Best Suited To | Pace |
Average 1st innings score | 177 |
Record of chasing teams:
Records | Poor |
Winning % | 30% |
SUD vs BKI Playing 11s (Predicted):
Sudurpaschim Royals Playing 11:
1) Saif Zaib
2) Binod Bhandari
3) Brandon McMullen
4) Dipendra Singh Airee
5) Ishan Pandey
6) Sherfane Rutherford
7) Aarif Sheikh
8) Hemant Dhami
9) Abinash Bohara
10) Scott Kuggeleijn
11) Anil Kharel
Biratnagar Kings Playing 11:
1) Imran Sheikh
2) Lokesh Bam
3) Charith Asalanka
4) Shehan Jayasuriya
5) Angelo Mathews
6) Andre Russell
7) Basir Ahamad
8) Sujan Thapaliya
9) Pratis GC
10) Sandeep Lamichhane
11) Naren Saud
SUD vs BKI Match Winner Prediction:
Considering the current performance, Sundarpashchim Royals is expected to win this game.
