Lumbini Lions Triumph Over Chitwan Rhinos by 33 Runs in NPL Match 16

In the 16th match of the Nepal Premier League 2024–25 on December 10 at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur. The Lumbini Lions won the match by 33 runs over the Chitwan Rhinos.

The Lumbini Lions chose to bat first after winning the toss.  They used 20 overs to score 167/6.  The Lions' skipper, Rohit Paudel, produced an incredible 80 runs off 57 balls, including five sixes and six fours.. Saad Bin Zafar made 52 runs from 35 balls with 4 fours and 1 six. Together, the two had a good partnership; that was the foundation of the Lions batting unit. 

Chitwan Rhinos lost wickets at regular intervals and were unable to settle into partnerships, finishing their innings at 134/8 in 20 overs. Luc Benkenstein was the top scorer for the Rhinos. He scored 31 runs from 29 balls. Rohit Paudel had an excellent match with the bat, and then continued with the ball by taking 4 wickets for 17 runs from his 4 overs while effectively dismantling the Chitwan batting order. Ramon Simmonds also chipped in with 2 wickets for 22 runs. 

Final Scores: 

Lumbini Lions: 167/6 (20 overs) 

Chitwan Rhinos: 134/8 (20 overs) 

Player of the Match: Rohit Paudel (Lumbini Lions)