Lumbini Lions launch title defence with seven-wicket win over Sudurpaschim
Summary
Lumbini Lions began their Nepal Premier League title defence with a seven-wicket win over Sudurpaschim Royals, chasing 88 in just 9.5 overs in the opening match of the tournament’s third season. Kishore Mahato and Sher Malla led the bowling attack before D’Arcy Short and Aasif Sheikh powered the chase at Kirtipur.
Key Points
- Lumbini Lions defeated Sudurpaschim Royals by seven wickets in the opening match of the Nepal Premier League’s third season.
- Kishore Mahato took four wickets and Sher Malla claimed three as Sudurpaschim were bowled out for 87.
- D’Arcy Short scored 40 off 18 balls and Aasif Sheikh made 32 off 25 to complete the chase in 9.5 overs.
- Rohit Paudel hit the winning boundary as Lumbini made a strong start to their title defence.
