Lumbini beat Biratnagar to reach Qualifier, Kings knocked out
Summary
Lumbini Lions defeated Biratnagar Kings by four wickets to secure a place in the Nepal Premier League Qualifier and confirm the top four playoff teams. Ruben Trumpelmann sealed the win with a match-winning six as Biratnagar’s campaign ended at the league stage.
Key Points
- Lumbini Lions chased down 167 to beat Biratnagar Kings by four wickets at the TU International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur.
- The win took Lumbini to 11 points, guaranteed top spot in the standings, and booked their place in the Qualifier.
- Biratnagar Kings were knocked out of the tournament, while the four playoff teams were confirmed: Lumbini, Sudurpaschim, Kathmandu and Chitwan.
- Charith Asalanka top-scored for Biratnagar with 64, while Kishor Mahato led Lumbini’s bowling with two wickets.
