Defending champions Lumbini Lions launched their Nepal Premier League title defence with a seven-wicket victory against Sudurpaschim Royals at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. The fixture marked a winning start for the reigning title-holders against the two-time tournament runners-up. The match featured the inaugural introduction of the Decision Review System in domestic cricket. During the fourth over of the innings, Sudurpaschim batter Aarif Sheikh signalled to the match umpire for a review after being initially ruled out while facing the bowling of Sher Malla. In the first innings, Airee top-scored for Sudurpaschim Royals after managing 23 runs. Lower-order bowler Anil Kharel remained unbeaten on 15 runs as the side set their total. Sher Malla spearheaded the Lumbini bowling attack, celebrating key wickets with captain Rohit Paudel to restrict the opposition.
Lumbini Lions Open NPL Defence With Seven-Wicket Victory Over Sudurpaschim
The Decision Review System made its debut in domestic cricket during the opening match at Kirtipur.
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In short
- Lumbini Lions defeated Sudurpaschim Royals by seven wickets in Kirtipur to begin their title defence.
- The Decision Review System was utilised for the first time in domestic cricket during the match.
- Airee top-scored for Sudurpaschim with 23 runs, while Sher Malla took early wickets for Lumbini.
From public sources and the WeNepal research team
https://wenepal.com/article/lumbini-lions-open-npl-defence-with-seven-wicket-victory-over-20261026
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