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Pokhara Avengers Achieve Historic 10-Wicket Victory Over Lumbini Lions
The Pokhara Avengers scripted history with a commanding 10-wicket triumph against the Lumbini Lions in the Nepal Premier League (NPL) at Kirtipur. Chasing 171, openers Andries Gous and Dinesh Kharel formed an unbroken stand, sealing the win in just 16.5 overs. Gous dazzled with 104 runs off 54 balls, becoming the first centurion of the NPL, while Kharel added an impressive 61 off 39 balls.
Lumbini’s innings were anchored by skipper Rohit Paudel’s 95 off 59 and Tom Moores’ 45, but their bowlers faltered against Pokhara’s stellar performance. Pokhara’s victory marked their first in the tournament, leaving Lumbini winless in two matches.