The encounter in the 22nd match of the Nepal Premier League 2025 between Biratnagar Kings and Lumbini Lions is sure to be an electrifying one. Both groups will be fighting hard, and it’s pretty sure that the match will be nothing less than cricketing electricity as they try to climb higher up in the leaderboard and also to keep the momentum going.
The Biratnagar Kings, who are famous for their high-scoring batting, will challenge the Lumbini Lions in what could be a game-changer. The audience can look forward to thrilling performances, clever tactics, and the intense spirit of competition as these two teams fight for vital points in the league’s ongoing campaign.
Head-to-Head Record in T20Is
- Matches Played: 1
- Biratnagar Kings Won: 1
- Lumbini Lions Won: 0
Match Details
Details: Biratnagar Kings vs Lumbini Lions, 22th Match
Venue: Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur
Date and Time: 2 DEC–3:45 PM
Pitch Report
The bowlers at Kirtipur are able to benefit from the pitch, particularly the seam bowlers who are able to utilize the small amount of moisture from the soil, which causes the ball to move slightly. However, a properly equipped batsman can still put up a good score for his side and the final score will be pleasant. The average first innings score for this ground is 150 which is also the minimum expected for this match.
Biratnagar Kings’ Strengths
Biratnagar Kings occupy second position with four victories from five matches, demonstrating consistent tournament performance. Basir Ahamad leads the run-scoring chart with 140 runs, providing reliable batting foundation. Sandeep Lamichhane’s ten-wicket tally anchors the bowling attack. Recent triumph against Karnali showcases their ability to recover from early losses and clinch matches in pressure situations.
Biratnagar Kings’ Weaknesses
Despite strong overall record, Biratnagar Kings struggle with early-match instability, losing quick wickets during chase phases. Their bowling attack heavily depends on Lamichhane’s performance, creating vulnerability when support bowlers underperform. Inconsistent middle-order contributions beyond Ahamad occasionally hinder match-building momentum. Over-reliance on individual brilliance rather than collective team effort poses potential risks against balanced opposition.
Lumbini Lions’ Strengths
Lumbini Lions demonstrated impressive resilience by defeating strong Pokhara Avengers recently through clinical chasing. Rohit Kumar Paudel’s 174 runs showcase exceptional batting consistency and match-winning capability. Ruben Trumpelmann’s six-wicket haul provides reliable bowling breakthroughs. Their last-over finishing abilities and middle-order partnerships have proven crucial in securing victories against quality opposition.
Lumbini Lions’ Weaknesses
Lumbini Lions occupy fifth position with only two wins from five matches, revealing inconsistent tournament performance and recurring defeats. Early-order batsmen D’Arcy Short and Sumit Maharjan frequently underperform, creating batting fragility and early collapses. Limited bowling depth beyond Trumpelmann exposes vulnerabilities against aggressive batting lineups. Inconsistency in execution under pressure situations threatens their playoff qualification prospects significantly.
Predicted Playing 11s
Lumbini Lions: Rohit Paudel (c), D’Arcy Short, Thomas Draca, Abhishesh Gautam, Gulbadin Naib, Sher Malla, Dilip Nath (wk), Bishal Patel, Sundeep Jora, Dinesh Adhikari, Tilak Bhandari
Biratnagar Kings: Sandeep Lamichhane (c), Lokesh Bam (wk), George Munsey, Martin Guptill, Basir Ahamad, Shubham Ranjane, Marchant de Lange, Naren Bhatta, Surya Tamang, Narayan Joshi, Pratis GC.
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