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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Target</h2>



<p>KAY needed 140 runs to win (94 scored, 46 runs short)</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Top Performers</h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Bowling (Opposition)</h3>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>A Bohara</strong>: 2 wickets for 14 runs in 3.2 overs (Economy: 4.2)</li>



<li><strong>H Dhami</strong>: 1 wicket for 11 runs in 2 overs (Economy: 5.5)</li>
</ul>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Batting (KAY)</h3>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Arjun Gharti</strong>: Top scorer with 13 runs off 24 balls (1 four)</li>



<li><strong>Current batsmen</strong>: Bipin Sharma 0* (1 ball), partnership of 9 runs</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Match Situation</h2>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Run rate: 4.94 runs per over</li>



<li>Required rate at end: 46 runs needed from final 6 balls (impossible)</li>



<li>Venue: Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Result: KAY defeated after being bowled out</strong></p>



<p><strong>Result:</strong>&nbsp;Biratnagar Kings won by 9 runs&nbsp;<a href="https://english.makalukhabar.com/biratnagar-kings-beats-janakpur-bolts-photos/">1</a><a href="https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2025/11/24/biratnagar-edge-janakpur-by-nine-runs-in-tense-final-over-finish">6</a></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Match Overview</h2>



<p>Playing at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, Biratnagar Kings successfully defended a modest total of 135/7 in 20 overs <a href="https://english.makalukhabar.com/biratnagar-kings-beats-janakpur-bolts-photos/">1</a>. Janakpur Bolts, chasing 136, were bowled out for 126/9 in their 20 overs </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Key Performances</h2>



<p><strong>Biratnagar Kings Batting:</strong></p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Shubham Ranjane top-scored with 37 runs&nbsp;<a href="https://www.outlookindia.com/sports/cricket/biratnagar-kings-vs-janakpuri-bolts-live-score-nepal-premier-league-2025-match-9-kirtipur-updates-highlights">1</a></li>



<li>Total: 135/7 in 20 overs&nbsp;<a href="https://www.outlookindia.com/sports/cricket/biratnagar-kings-vs-janakpuri-bolts-live-score-nepal-premier-league-2025-match-9-kirtipur-updates-highlights">1</a></li>



<li>Rupesh Singh and Sangeeth Cooray took 2 wickets each for Janakpur&nbsp;<a href="https://www.outlookindia.com/sports/cricket/biratnagar-kings-vs-janakpuri-bolts-live-score-nepal-premier-league-2025-match-9-kirtipur-updates-highlights">1</a></li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Janakpur Bolts Batting:</strong></p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton: 41 runs (30 balls, 4 fours, 1 six)&nbsp;<a href="https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2025/11/24/biratnagar-edge-janakpur-by-nine-runs-in-tense-final-over-finish">6</a></li>



<li>Lahiru Milantha: 23 runs&nbsp;<a href="https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2025/11/24/biratnagar-edge-janakpur-by-nine-runs-in-tense-final-over-finish">6</a></li>



<li>Sanjay Krishnamurti: 20 runs&nbsp;<a href="https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2025/11/24/biratnagar-edge-janakpur-by-nine-runs-in-tense-final-over-finish">6</a></li>



<li>Final score: 126/9 in 20 overs&nbsp;<a href="https://english.makalukhabar.com/biratnagar-kings-beats-janakpur-bolts-photos/">1</a></li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Star Bowler:</strong>&nbsp;Captain Sandeep Lamichhane was exceptional, taking 4 wickets for just 11 runs in 4 overs&nbsp;<a href="https://english.makalukhabar.com/biratnagar-kings-beats-janakpur-bolts-photos/">1</a><a href="https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2025/11/24/biratnagar-edge-janakpur-by-nine-runs-in-tense-final-over-finish">6</a>. Surya Tamang supported with 2 wickets for 20 runs&nbsp;<a href="https://english.makalukhabar.com/biratnagar-kings-beats-janakpur-bolts-photos/">4</a>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Match Turning Point</h2>



<p>Janakpur appeared comfortable at 107/5 needing 29 runs from 21 balls with 5 wickets remaining, but Biratnagar&#8217;s disciplined death bowling sealed the victory&nbsp;<a href="https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2025/11/24/biratnagar-edge-janakpur-by-nine-runs-in-tense-final-over-finish">1</a>. This was Biratnagar&#8217;s third consecutive win in the tournament&nbsp;<a href="https://english.makalukhabar.com/biratnagar-kings-beats-janakpur-bolts-photos/">1</a>.</p>


The "Dominance" Choice Biratnagar Kings Conquer Kathmandu by 5 Wkts


<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Match Summary: Biratnagar Kings vs Kathmandu Gorkhas</h2>



<p><strong>Result:</strong> Biratnagar Kings won by 5 wickets with 2.5 overs to spare[1][4]</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Match Overview</h2>



<p>This was the 8th match of the Nepal Premier League 2025, played on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at Tribhuvan University Ground, Kirtipur[1].</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">First Innings &#8211; Kathmandu Gorkhas: 134/6 (20 overs)</h2>



<p>Kathmandu Gorkhas struggled throughout their innings after Biratnagar Kings won the toss and opted to field[1]. The Gorkhas had a disastrous start, losing two early wickets and were reduced to 9/2 in 3 overs[1]. Their troubles continued as they limped to 38/4 after 9 overs[1].</p>



<p><strong>Key Performers:</strong></p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Shahab Alam</strong>: Top-scored with a blistering 48-50 runs[1][4], providing late momentum</li>



<li><strong>Ben Charlesworth</strong>: Contributed 32 runs[1]</li>



<li><strong>Santosh Yadav</strong>: Added 26 runs[1]</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>Bowling:</strong> Marchant de Lange was the pick of the Biratnagar bowlers with 2 wickets[1].</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Second Innings &#8211; Biratnagar Kings: 135/5 (17.1 overs)</h2>



<p>The Kings got off to a blazing start in the powerplay, reaching 67/1 after 6 overs[1]. George Munsey (36 off 16 balls) and Martin Guptill (25 off 19 balls) provided the aggressive foundation[1]. Despite losing wickets in the middle order, including Basir Ahamad (19 off 17)[1] and Naren Bhatta (24 off 30)[1], the Kings maintained composure and chased down the target comfortably[1][4].</p>



<p><strong>Result:</strong> Biratnagar Kings secured a convincing 5-wicket victory, finishing the chase in just 17.1 overs</p>



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Karnali Yaks Demolish Lumbini by 9 Wickets


<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Lumbini vs Karnali Match Summary</h2>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Result:</strong> Karnali Yaks won by 9 wickets (with 46 balls remaining)</h2>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Match Overview</h2>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Tournament:</strong> Nepal Premier League (NPL), 7th Match</li>



<li><strong>Venue:</strong> Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur</li>



<li><strong>Date:</strong> November 22, 2025</li>



<li><strong>Toss:</strong> Karnali Yaks elected to field first</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Scores</h2>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Lumbini Lions:</strong> 156/8 (20 overs)</li>



<li>Top scorer: Rohit Paudel 49 (43)</li>



<li>Ruben Trumpelmann 29* (14)</li>



<li><strong><a href="https://nepalboxoffice.com/lumbini-lions-beat-chitwan-rhinos-by-6-wickets/">Karnali Yaks:</a></strong> 161/1 (12.2 overs)</li>



<li>Mark Watt 114* (44) &#8211; explosive century</li>



<li>William Bosisto 29* (20)</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Player of the Match</h2>



<p><strong>Mark Watt</strong> delivered an outstanding all-round performance with 114* off just 44 balls (including 6 fours and 10 sixes) and bowling figures of 1/16 in 3 overs.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Key Highlight</h2>



<p>Karnali chased down the target in just 12.2 overs, with Mark Watt&#8217;s blistering century being the standout performance. He finished the match with back-to-back sixes, showcasing complete dominance in the run chase.</p>


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