Biratnagar Kings produced a commanding all-round performance to defeat Pokhara Avengers by 53 runs in the 3rd match of the Nepal Premier League on November 18 at Kirtipur. Powered by Lokesh Bam’s 72 and Martin Guptill’s 61, Biratnagar posted an imposing 220/6. Pokhara’s chase never fully stabilised despite Kushal Bhurtel’s explosive 59, as regular breakthroughs from Biratnagar’s bowlers tightened the grip. The Avengers were eventually bowled out for 167, handing Biratnagar a strong early-tournament victory.
Scorecard Summary – Biratnagar vs Pokhara, NPL, Nov 18, 2025
Biratnagar Kings : 220/6 (20 overs)
- Lokesh Bam: 72 (48)
- Martin Guptill: 61 (35)
- Pratis GC: 31 (11)
Best Bowling – Pokhara:
- Matt Taylor: 1/20 (4)
- Aakash Chand: 1/48 (4)
Pokhara Avengers : 167 all out (18.5 overs)
- Kushal Bhurtel: 59 (31)
- Dinesh Kharel: 10 (7)
- Abhishek Thami: 24 (20)
Best Bowling – Biratnagar:
- Marchant de Lange: 2/24 (4)
- Basir Ahmad: 2/29 (4)
- Shubham Ranjane: 3/35 (3)
Result: Biratnagar Kings won by 53 runs
Player of the Match: Lokesh Bam
