Biratnagar Kings Secure First Victory in Nepal Premier League
Summary
Biratnagar Kings secured their first win in the third Nepal Premier League, beating Sudurpashchim Royals by 35 runs in a rain-shortened five-over match in Kathmandu. Andre Russell, Shehan Jayasuriya and Lokesh Bam powered Biratnagar to 105/2 before Sudurpashchim fell short at 70/3.
Key Points
- Biratnagar Kings defeated Sudurpashchim Royals by 35 runs to earn their first victory in the third Nepal Premier League.
- The rain-affected match at TU International Cricket Ground was shortened from 20 overs to 5 overs.
- Shehan Jayasuriya top-scored with 39, while Andre Russell and Lokesh Bam added 29 runs each for Biratnagar.
- Sudurpashchim managed 70/3, with Scott Kuggeleijn unbeaten on 28, but the chase was never in reach.
