Lumbini Lions are set to face Biratnagar Kings in a crucial Qualifier 2 match of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) today, determining the second finalist for this prominent Twenty20 tournament. The highly anticipated day-night clash is slated to kick off at 4:00 PM at the Tribhuvan International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur.
With Sudurpaschim Royals already securing their spot in the final, the stakes are high for both Lumbini and Biratnagar as they vie for the opportunity to compete for the championship title. Biratnagar Kings, having faced Sudurpaschim Royals in Qualifier 1 and lost by a significant margin of 77 runs, finds themselves with a second chance to make it to the finals. That match saw Sudurpaschim demonstrate their dominance, which Biratnagar will be eager to overcome in today’s encounter.
On the other hand, Lumbini Lions clinched their place in Qualifier 2 by defeating Kathmandu Gorkhas by four wickets in a competitive eliminator match held on Thursday. Their confidence boosted by this victory, Lumbini will also draw on their earlier success against Biratnagar during the league stage, where they triumphed by five wickets.
As anticipation builds for the match, cricket fans are looking forward to an exciting showdown that promises to be filled with intense competition and dramatic moments. The winner of this match will have the opportunity to challenge Sudurpaschim Royals in the final, scheduled for December 13 at the same venue.
