Kirtipur: Lumbini Lions has defeated Biratnagar Kings in today’s match of the ongoing Nepal Premier League by five wickets. With this, it has so far emerged victorious in three matches.
According to National News Agency Nepal, chasing the 145-run victory target posted by Biratnagar Kings, Lumbini completed it for the loss of five wickets. For Lumbini, D’Arcy Short made the highest 75 runs, while Biratnagar’s captain Sandeep Lamichhane and Subhas Bhandari took two wickets each and Basir Ahmad secured one wicket.
Earlier, invited to bat first after losing the toss at Kirtipur-based Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Biratnagar Kings scored 144 runs in 20 stipulated overs, losing eight wickets. Biratnagar’s Lokesh Bam gathered the highest 35 runs, while Basir Ahmad contributed 28 runs and Sam Heazlett 27 runs. Sher Malla of Lumbini took three wickets.
With this victory, Lumbini Lions has scored six points, keeping alive its chance for playoff. Biratnagar Kings, possessing eight points from six games, is also in the playoff race.