Sudurpashchim become first team to reach NPL playoffs with fifth straight win

Summary

Sudurpashchim Royals became the first team to secure a playoff spot in the Nepal Premier League with their fifth consecutive win, defeating defending champions Janakpur Bolts.

Key Points
  • Sudurpashchim Royals secured the first playoff spot in the Nepal Premier League after their fifth straight win.
  • Sudurpashchim defeated defending champions Janakpur Bolts by six wickets at TU International Cricket Ground.
  • Ishan Pandey scored 56 and Binod Bhandari scored 42 to form a crucial 91-run partnership.
  • Janakpur Bolts faced near elimination after losing four opening matches, with captain changes not improving results.
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