Sudurpaschim Royals Qualify for NPL Season 2 Final After Dominating Win Over Biratnagar Kings

The Sudurpaschim Royals have booked their spot in the NPL 2025/26 final after a dominant performance against the Biratnagar Kings in Qualifier 1, held on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at the TU International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. Sudurpaschim outclassed Biratnagar in every department, securing a convincing 77-run victory to become the first team to qualify for this season’s final.

Match Summary – NPL Qualifier 1

• Sudurpaschim Royals: 155/7 (20 overs)

• Biratnagar Kings: 78/10 (14.2 overs)
  Result: Sudurpaschim Royals won by 77 runs

Key Performers

Binod Bhandari led the Sudurpaschim innings with a well-constructed 63 runs off 52 balls, guiding his team to a competitive total on a challenging pitch.

For Biratnagar, Marchant de Lange and Pratis GC were the standout bowlers, each taking two wickets, though the rest of the attack struggled to contain Sudurpaschim’s momentum.

In the bowling department, Scott Kuggeleijn played a crucial role in dismantling Biratnagar’s chase. His early breakthroughs put Biratnagar under pressure from the start, leading to a quick collapse.

A One-Sided Chase

Biratnagar Kings failed to build any significant partnerships and were bowled out for 78 runs in 14.2 overs. Sudurpaschim’s disciplined bowling and sharp fielding ensured complete control throughout the innings.

What’s Next?

With this commanding win, the Sudurpaschim Royals advance directly to the NPL Final, scheduled for December 13, 2025.
Biratnagar Kings still have a second chance—they will compete in Qualifier 2 against the winner of the Eliminator for a final shot at reaching the championship match.