Sandeep Lamichhane-led Biratnagar Kings announce retention list

By Cricketing Country | Posted Posted Jun 16, 2026

Biratnagar Kings have unveiled their retention list ahead of the third season of the Nepal Premier League, with marquee player Sandeep Lamichhane continuing as the face of the franchise.

The Kings have retained Lokesh Bam and Basir Ahamad alongside Lamichhane as part of their core group for the upcoming season.

Left-arm medium pacer Pratis GC has also been retained, while all-rounder Narayan Joshi and off-spinner Subash Bhandari complete the list of retained players.

Biratnagar have released Ayush Neupane, Sahil Patel, Shrawan Kisku, Shankar Rana and Naren Bhatta as they prepare to reshape the remainder of their squad ahead of the auction.

Retained players: Sandeep Lamichhane, Lokesh Bam, Basir Ahamad, Pratis GC, Narayan Joshi, Subash Bhandari.

Released players: Ayush Neupane, Sahil Patel, Shrawan Kisku, Shankar Rana and Naren Bhatta.