Kathmandu, Biratnagar advance as playoff battle heats up

Summary

Biratnagar Kings and Kathmandu Gorkhas secure spots in the Nepal Premier League playoffs as Sudurpaschim Royals remain unbeaten at the top. The race for the final playoff spot heats up among Lumbini Lions, Chitwan Rhinos, Pokhara Avengers, and Janakpur Bolts.

Key Points
  • Biratnagar Kings secured a playoff spot as the third team without playing, due to Sudurpaschim Royals' victory over Chitwan Rhinos.
  • Kathmandu Gorkhas won their final league match against Pokhara Avengers to clinch a playoff berth with 10 points.
  • Sudurpaschim Royals remain unbeaten with 12 points and have qualified for Qualifier 1 as the top team.
  • The final playoff spot battle is intense among Lumbini Lions, Chitwan Rhinos, Pokhara Avengers, and Janakpur Bolts, potentially decided by Net Run Rate in remaining matches.
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