NPL 2018: Biratnagar sets 167-run target for Lumbini

लगानी न्यूज

२८ कार्तिक २०८३, शनिबार २०:०४November 14, 2026

Kathmandu. Biratnagar Kings have set a target of 167 runs to Lumbini Lions in the third edition of Nepal Premier League (NPL).

Invited to bat after losing the toss at the Tribhuvan International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, Biratnagar scored 166 runs for the loss of 4 wickets in the stipulated 20 overs. Charitha Ashlanka scored a half-century for them.TAG_OPEN_div_16

He scored 64 runs in 43 balls with six sixes and a four. Shubham Ranjan scored 31 not out, Imran Sheikh scored 29 runs and Lokesh Bam scored 15 runs.TAG_OPEN_div_14

For Lumbini Lions, Kishor Mahato took 2 wickets, Ruben Trumpman and Abhishesh Gautam took 1-1 wickets. Today’s match is important for Biratnagar to make it to the playoffs. If they can beat Lumbini, Biratnagar’s playoff chances will remain. If they lose, their playoff journey will be over.TAG_OPEN_div_12

Lumbini has already secured a place in the playoffs before one match. They have won four out of six matches, lost one match and shared points due to rain. They are currently in second place in the table. Biratnagar, which is in the fifth position of the table, has won three and lost three matches in six matches.TAG_OPEN_div_10

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