Kathmandu Gurkhas Defeat Undefeated Lumbini Lions by 36 Runs in Nepal Premier League
Summary
Kathmandu Gurkhas ended Lumbini Lions' unbeaten run in the Nepal Premier League with a 36-run victory at the TU International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. David Warner, Sahil Patel and Jahandad Khan starred for Kathmandu, while Lumbini suffered a dramatic batting collapse after a strong start to the tournament.
Key Points
- Kathmandu Gurkhas beat Lumbini Lions by 36 runs to hand them their first loss in the third Nepal Premier League season.
- David Warner and Sahil Patel shared a 104-run opening stand, helping Kathmandu post 160 for 8 in 20 overs.
- Jahandad Khan took 4 for 23 and Karan KC added 2 wickets as Lumbini were bowled out for 124 in 19.3 overs.
- Lumbini were also penalized five runs after David Warner stopped the ball with a handkerchief during fielding.
