KATHMANDU: In an exciting Super Over finish in the Nepal Premier League (NPL) on Thursday, Pokhara Avengers triumphed over Biratnagar Kings.
This was the first time the two teams ended in a draw, setting the stage for the thrilling Super Over.
Pokhara's Raymon played a key role, facing Sandeep Lamichhane from Biratnagar in the Super Over.
Raymon hit Lamichhane for two sixes on the first two balls, followed by a dot ball.
He then struck a four on the fourth ball and added a single on the last two balls, bringing Pokhara's total to 18 runs.
In response, Biratnagar managed only five runs in their Super Over. After three balls, they had only scored three runs, followed by a dot ball, one run on the fifth ball, and another on a wide delivery, falling short by 13 runs.
Earlier in the match, Biratnagar, who won the toss and chose to bat, posted a total of 139 runs for the loss of seven wickets in 20 overs.
Pokhara also finished with 139 runs, losing six wickets, which led to the tie and set up the dramatic Super Over. This victory marked Pokhara's first win in the NPL.
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