NPL 2025: Sudurpaschim Royals annihilate Biratnagar Kings to reach consecutive final

Summary

Sudurpaschim Royals defeated Biratnagar Kings by 77 runs to reach the Nepal Premier League final for the second consecutive time, with key performances from Binod Bhandari and Scott Kuggeleijn at the TU Cricket Stadium.

Key Points
  • Sudurpaschim Royals defeated Biratnagar Kings by 77 runs in the first qualifier of Nepal Premier League 2025.
  • Biratnagar Kings scored only 78 runs chasing a target of 156 and were bundled out inside 15 overs.
  • Scott Kuggeleijn took an early wicket to set the tone for Royals' victory.
  • Binod Bhandari scored a key 63 runs, earning Player of the Match, lifting Royals to 155/7 in 20 overs.
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