Biratnagar Kings Players for NPL Season 2 include star spinner Sandeep Lamichhane as their marquee player, along with exciting new signings like former South African captain Faf du Plessis and New Zealand’s Martin Guptill. The franchise has built a strong 16-player squad mixing international experience with local talent for the upcoming Nepal Premier League season starting November 17, 2025.
After finishing sixth in the first season with only two wins, the Kings are looking to bounce back stronger. The team has made some big changes while keeping their core players. They will compete at the TU International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur alongside seven other teams in Nepal’s premier T20 cricket tournament.
Checkout Biratnagar Kings Retained Players for NPL Season 2 fro full retained players list.
Foreign Stars: Game-Changing Signings
Faf du Plessis – The Biggest Catch
The most exciting news for Biratnagar Kings fans is the signing of legendary South African batsman Faf du Plessis. The 41-year-old brings massive experience to Nepal’s T20 league.
Why Faf Matters:
- Two-time IPL champion with Chennai Super Kings (2018, 2021)
- Former South Africa captain across all formats
- Scored 4,773 runs in 154 IPL matches with 39 half-centuries
- Played continuously in IPL from 2012 to 2025 (except 2013 injury year)
- Brings world-class professionalism to young Nepali players
Martin Guptill Returns
New Zealand’s explosive opener has been retained for Season 2. While he scored 137 runs in six matches last season, the franchise believes in his ability to deliver big performances.
Guptill turned 39 in September 2024 but remains a dangerous T20 batsman known for his power-hitting abilities.
Other International Players
- Marchant de Lange – South African fast bowler
- George Munsey – Scottish batting all-rounder
- Sam Heazlett – Australian batsman
Complete NPL Season 2 Squad
| Player Name | Role | Nationality |
|---|---|---|
| Sandeep Lamichhane (C) | Bowler | Nepal |
| Faf du Plessis | Batsman | South Africa |
| Martin Guptill | Batsman | New Zealand |
| Marchant de Lange | Bowler | South Africa |
| George Munsey | All-rounder | Scotland |
| Sam Heazlett | Batsman | Australia |
| Basir Ahmad | All-rounder | Nepal |
| Lokesh Bam | Wicketkeeper | Nepal |
| Pratish GC | All-rounder | Nepal |
| Naren Bhatta | Batsman | Nepal |
| Subash Bhandari | Bowler | Nepal |
| Narayan Joshi | Player | Nepal |
| Shrawan Kisku | Player | Nepal |
| Sahil Patel | Wicketkeeper | Nepal |
| Shankar Rana | Player | Nepal |
| Surya Tamang | Player | Nepal |
What Makes This Squad Special
- Leadership Experience: With Sandeep Lamichhane and Faf du Plessis, the Kings have two world-class players who understand pressure situations.
- Balanced Attack: The squad has quality bowlers, powerful batsmen, and reliable all-rounders who can change games quickly.
- Youth Development: Young players like Naren Bhatta and Subash Bhandari will learn directly from international stars in the dressing room.
- International Flavor: Four overseas players bring different playing styles and global tournament experience to share with local teammates.
Read our post on NPL Season 2 Schedule: Complete Match Fixtures & Timing, so you don’t miss any matches.
Season 1 Performance Review
The Biratnagar Kings struggled in the first Nepal Premier League season. They finished sixth out of eight teams with only two wins from seven matches. Their performance showed they needed stronger batting depth and better bowling combinations.
Key issues included inconsistent batting performances and inability to defend totals. The new signings directly address these weaknesses.
FAQs
Who is the captain of Biratnagar Kings in NPL Season 2?
Sandeep Lamichhane continues as captain and marquee player for Biratnagar Kings in the second season of Nepal Premier League.
How many foreign players are in Biratnagar Kings squad?
Biratnagar Kings have four foreign players: Faf du Plessis (South Africa), Martin Guptill (New Zealand), Marchant de Lange (South Africa), Sam Heazlett(Australia) and George Munsey (Scotland).
When does NPL Season 2 start?
The Nepal Premier League Season 2 begins on November 17, 2025, and the final will be played on December 13, 2025, at Kirtipur.
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