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Lokesh Scores 87 as Biratnagar Set a Target of 187 Runs for Karnali

October 29, 2026

Kathmandu – Biratnagar Kings have set a target of 187 runs for Karnali Yaks in the third edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) cricket tournament currently underway in the capital.

After losing the toss and being put in to bat first, Biratnagar scored 186 runs for the loss of seven wickets.

Opening batter Lokesh Bam was Biratnagar’s top scorer, smashing 87 runs.

Similarly, Angelo Mathews scored 31 runs, Andre Russell contributed 27, Basir Ahmed made 13, and Shehan Jayasuriya scored 11. The remaining batters failed to reach double figures.

For Karnali, captain Sompal Kami took four wickets, while Mark Watt and Nandan Yadav claimed one wicket each.

Karnali are aiming for their second victory in the tournament. They made a winning start by defeating Janakpur Bolts by 19 runs in their opening match.

Meanwhile, Biratnagar are searching for their first win after losing their opening match against Chitwan Rhinos by eight runs.