Chitwan Rhinos retain seven players for NPL Season 3

Chitwan Rhinos retain seven players for NPL Season 3

By Cricketing Country | Posted Posted Jun 12, 2026

Chitwan Rhinos have announced their retained players ahead of the third season of the Nepal Premier League (NPL).

The retention list is headlined by marquee player Kushal Malla, alongside key performers Rijan Dhakal and Kamal Singh Airee.

Rhinos have continued to back youngster Deepak Bohara, retaining him for a second consecutive season. Left-arm spinner Ranjeet Kumar has also secured a place among the franchise's seven retained players.

Meanwhile, Arjun Saud and Dev Khanal, both signed for NPR 1.5 million during the second NPL auction, have also been retained.

The franchise has parted ways with Amar Routela, Gautam KC, Bipin Acharya, Saugat Dhakal and Bipin Rawal ahead of the new season.

Retained players: Kushal Malla, Rijan Dhakal, Kamal Singh Airee, Dev Khanal, Arjun Saud, Deepak Bohara, Ranjeet Kumar.

Released players: Gautam KC, Amar Routela, Bipin Acharya, Saugat Dhakal, Bipin Rawal.