Chitwan Rhinos NPL 2026: Squad, Captain & Preview
Updated
Chitwan made the playoffs in 2024 and slipped to seventh in 2025. They now have one of Nepal’s most explosive batters as captain: Kushal Malla once hit a 34-ball T20I century. Former Pakistan all-rounder Sohail Tanvir, who played for the Rhinos, is the new coach.
Chitwan Rhinos at a glance
| Captain | Kushal Malla |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Sohail Tanvir |
| Home | Bharatpur (Bagmati) |
| Owner | Chitwan Medical College |
| 2024 | 3rd in the league, reached the playoffs (2024) |
| 2025 | 7th in the league (2025) |
Chitwan Rhinos squad 2026: key players
The domestic core: Kushal Malla, Kamal Singh Airee, Dev Khanal, Rijan Dhakal, Arjun Saud, Bibek Yadav. Overseas: Sikandar Raza and Usama Mir. The full Chitwan Rhinos squad, with roles and auction prices, is on the Chitwan Rhinos team page.
Players to watch
Malla’s hitting and Sikandar Raza’s all-round game. Each player page has a biography and live NPL 2026 stats.
Verdict
A young, aggressive core that can beat anyone on its day, if the bowling holds up.
Follow Chitwan Rhinos live
- CR fixtures, results and squad
- What Chitwan Rhinos need to qualify: playoff chances updated after every match
- NPL 2026 points table and live scores
- All 8 squads, captains and coaches
FAQ
Who is the captain of Chitwan Rhinos in NPL 2026?
Kushal Malla. The head coach is Sohail Tanvir.
Who are Chitwan Rhinos’s overseas players in 2026?
Sikandar Raza and Usama Mir.
How did Chitwan Rhinos do in previous NPL seasons?
2024: 3rd in the league, reached the playoffs. 2025: 7th in the league.
Who owns Chitwan Rhinos?
Chitwan Medical College.
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