Kathmandu: Kathmandu Gorkhas defeated defending champions Lumbini Lions by 36 runs in the Nepal Premier League (NPL). With this victory, Kathmandu secured its third consecutive win, while Lumbini suffered its first defeat of the tournament.
Chasing a target of 161 runs at the TU Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, Lumbini were bowled out for just 124 runs in 19.3 overs. Sandeep Jora was the top scorer for Lumbini with 44 runs. Kathmandu’s Jahandad Khan delivered an impressive bowling performance, taking four wickets, while captain Karan KC claimed two.
Earlier, batting first after losing the toss, Kathmandu scored 160 runs for the loss of eight wickets in 20 overs. David Warner top-scored with 66 runs, while Sahil Patel contributed 38.
With their third consecutive victory, Kathmandu have climbed to second place in the points table with six points. Despite the defeat, Lumbini remain at the top with seven points.
