Kathmandu, Nov 1: In the third edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) T20 cricket tournament, Biratnagar Kings achieved their inaugural victory. They triumphed over Sudurpashchim Royals by 35 runs in a match concluded on Saturday, marking their first win.
This defeat represents Sudurpashchim’s second loss. In pursuit of the 106-run target set by Biratnagar during their third match, Sudurpashchim could only muster 70 runs, losing three wickets within five overs.
Saif Ali Zaib contributed 17 runs off 10 balls, including two sixes, for Far West. Additionally, Scott Kuggeleijn remained not out with 28 runs, while Arif Shaikh added 17 runs, also remaining unbeaten.
On the bowling front, Rupesh Singh, Angelo Mathews, and Andre Russell each claimed one wicket for Biratnagar. Prior to this, Biratnagar lost the toss and was invited to bat at the Tribhuvan International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. Shehan Jayasuriya was the standout performer for Biratnagar, scoring the highest innings of 39 runs off just 11 balls, featuring five sixes and two fours.
Furthermore, Andre Russell contributed an unbeaten 29 runs, and Lokesh Bam added 25 runs. For the Sudurpashchim, Avinash Bohara took one wicket. The first match of the day between Chitwan Rhinos and Lumbini Lions was canceled due to rain.
