Kathmandu Gorkhas NPL 2026: Squad, Captain & Preview
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The capital’s franchise kept six players, led by marquee man Karan KC, and then landed the biggest overseas name of the season in David Warner. Former Nepal head coach Monty Desai knows most of the domestic core from national duty.
Kathmandu Gorkhas at a glance
| Captain | Karan KC |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Monty Desai |
| Home | Kathmandu (Bagmati) |
| Owner | Kathmandu Sports Development Venture |
| 2024 | 5th in the league (2024, as Kathmandu Gurkhas) |
| 2025 | 3rd in the league, reached the playoffs (2025) |
Kathmandu Gorkhas squad 2026: key players
The domestic core: Karan KC, Shahab Alam, Bhim Sharki, Mohammad Aadil Alam, Rashid Khan, Santosh Yadav. Overseas: David Warner, KS Bharat, Sahan Arachchige and Will Bosisto. The full Kathmandu Gorkhas squad, with roles and auction prices, is on the Kathmandu Gorkhas team page.
Players to watch
Warner at the top of the order, and Shahab Alam, who took one of the NPL’s two hat-tricks in 2025. Each player page has a biography and live NPL 2026 stats.
Verdict
After climbing from fifth to third in 2025, Kathmandu have the experience and the opener to go further. Their bowling depth beyond Karan KC is the question.
Follow Kathmandu Gorkhas live
- KG fixtures, results and squad
- What Kathmandu Gorkhas 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 Kathmandu Gorkhas in NPL 2026?
Karan KC. The head coach is Monty Desai.
Who are Kathmandu Gorkhas’s overseas players in 2026?
David Warner, KS Bharat, Sahan Arachchige and Will Bosisto.
How did Kathmandu Gorkhas do in previous NPL seasons?
2024: 5th in the league. 2025: 3rd in the league, reached the playoffs.
Who owns Kathmandu Gorkhas?
Kathmandu Sports Development Venture.
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