Kathmandu. In the first match of the ongoing Nepal Premier League (NPL), Chitwan Rhinos defeated Biratnagar Kings by 8 runs. Biratnagar was limited to 149 runs in 19.3 overs at the loss of all wickets. With this, Chitwan won the match by 8 runs.

Biratnagar was able to score 132 runs for the loss of five wickets in 15.5 overs.

For Biratnagar, Imran Sheikh scored the highest 39 runs while Andre Russell contributed 33 runs. However, their efforts could not win the team.

Kamal Singh Airee took four wickets for Chitwan, while Rijan Dhakal took two wickets. With their excellent bowling, Chitwan won a thrilling victory.

Earlier, Chitwan, who lost the toss and batted first, scored 157 runs for the loss of three wickets in the allotted 20 overs. Chitwan’s opener Dawid Malan scored 70 runs with a half-century. Malan has also become the first player to score a half-century in the current edition.

Ravi Bopara and Dan Mousley remained unbeaten on 32 and 29 runs. Charith Asalanka, Andre Russell and Angelo Mathews took one wicket each for Biratnagar. With this win, Chitwan has achieved an important success in the tournament.

Janakpur Bolts will take on Karnali Yaks in the second match of the tournament at 5:00 pm on Tuesday.