Dawid Malan score helps Chitwan Rhinos set 158-run target for Biratnagar Kings

On Tuesday, 27 October 2026, the Chitwan Rhinos challenged the Biratnagar Kings with a 158-run target during the third edition of the Nepal Premier League. Sent in to bat after losing the toss at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, Chitwan reached a total of 157-3 from their full 20 overs. Dawid Malan led the scoring for Chitwan Rhinos by hitting the first half-century of this year's tournament. Malan made 70 runs, striking five boundaries and five sixes. Andre Russell removed him in the 13th over to bring his time at the crease to a close. Reports differ on his ball count, placing it at either 50 or 51 deliveries. Malan opened the innings alongside Dev Khanal, building a first-wicket stand of 58 runs before Khanal was out for 12 runs off 15 balls. Middle-order batter Ravi Bopara scored 32 runs from 26 balls, while Dan Mousley added an undefeated 29 runs off 22 balls. Wicketkeeper-batter Arjun Saud managed three runs from nine balls before being dismissed. Biratnagar Kings used multiple bowling options to restrict the scoring. Angelo Mathews, Andre Russell, and Charith Asalanka took one wicket apiece. Biratnagar captain Sandeep Lamichhane finished his four overs without taking a wicket while giving away 23 runs. Pratish GC conceded 22 runs across three overs, and Shubham Ranjane gave up 17 runs in his single over.