Kathmandu Gorkhas Win by 9 Wickets | NPL 2026
“Kathmandu Gorkhas beat Biratnagar Kings by nine wickets in NPL 2026. Santosh Yadav took 3/11, while David Warner scored an unbeaten 44.”
After winning the toss, Kathmandu Gorkhas elected to bowl first and made an immediate impact with the ball. Their bowling attack put Biratnagar Kings under pressure from the beginning, restricting them to just 83 runs in 18.3 overs.
In response, Kathmandu Gorkhas comfortably chased down the target, reaching 86/1 in just 9.4 overs. The victory highlighted Kathmandu's strong bowling performance and confident batting display.
Biratnagar Kings Bowled Out for Just 83 Runs
Biratnagar Kings had a difficult start after being sent in to bat. Their top-order batters failed to establish partnerships, allowing Kathmandu Gorkhas to take control of the innings.
Angelo Mathews attempted to stabilize the innings with 22 runs from 31 balls, while Rupesh Singh contributed 26 runs from 27 deliveries, including three boundaries and one six.
However, the rest of the batting lineup struggled to build momentum. Biratnagar Kings were eventually bowled out for 83 runs in 18.3 overs.
Biratnagar Kings Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Shehan Jayasuriya | 5 | 8 |
| Lokesh Bam | 6 | 10 |
| Imran Sheikh | 0 | 3 |
| Basir Ahamad | 10 | 14 |
| Angelo Mathews | 22 | 31 |
| Narayan Joshi | 0 | 1 |
| Shubham Ranjane | 0 | 2 |
| Andre Russell | 3 | 5 |
| Rupesh Singh | 26 | 27 |
| Sandeep Lamichhane | 3* | 5 |
| Aprajit Poudel | 2 | 5 |
| Total | 83 | 18.3 overs |
Santosh Yadav's 3/11 Leads Kathmandu's Bowling Dominance
One of the biggest highlights of the match was Santosh Yadav's outstanding bowling performance. He picked up three important wickets while conceding only 11 runs in his three overs.
Sahan Arachchige and Jahandad Khan also made valuable contributions, taking two wickets each. Karan KC and Dev Shah picked up one wicket apiece, helping Kathmandu Gorkhas restrict Biratnagar Kings to just 83 runs.
Kathmandu Gorkhas Bowling Figures
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santosh Yadav | 3 | 11 | 3 |
| Karan KC | 4.3 | 17 | 2 |
| Sahan Arachchige | 2 | 7 | 2 |
| Jahandad Khan | 3 | 19 | 1 |
| Shahab Alam | 4 | 13 | 1 |
| Dev Shah | 2 | 15 | 1 |
Santosh Yadav's three-wicket performance earned him the Player of the Match award.
David Warner's Unbeaten 44 Seals the Victory
Chasing a modest target of 84 runs, Kathmandu Gorkhas approached the innings confidently.
Although Sahil Patel was dismissed for 10 runs, David Warner and William Bosisto ensured there were no further problems for Kathmandu.
David Warner remained unbeaten on 44 runs from just 24 balls, striking two fours and three sixes. William Bosisto provided excellent support, scoring an unbeaten 23 runs from 24 deliveries.
Their partnership guided Kathmandu Gorkhas to 86/1 in only 9.4 overs, completing a convincing nine-wicket victory.
Kathmandu Gorkhas Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Sahil Patel | 10 | 11 |
| David Warner | 44* | 24 |
| William Bosisto | 23* | 24 |
| Total | 86/1 | 9.4 overs |
Match Highlights: Kathmandu Gorkhas vs Biratnagar Kings
Kathmandu Gorkhas won the toss and elected to bowl.
Biratnagar Kings were bowled out for 83 runs in 18.3 overs.
Rupesh Singh was Biratnagar's highest scorer with 26 runs.
Santosh Yadav picked up three wickets for just 11 runs.
David Warner scored an unbeaten 44 from 24 balls.
William Bosisto remained unbeaten on 23 runs.
Kathmandu Gorkhas completed the chase in 9.4 overs.
Kathmandu Gorkhas won by nine wickets.
Player of the Match: Santosh Yadav
Santosh Yadav was the standout performer of the match, delivering an impressive bowling spell of 3 wickets for 11 runs in three overs.
His ability to take crucial wickets at regular intervals played a major role in restricting Biratnagar Kings to a low total. His disciplined bowling and ability to maintain pressure gave Kathmandu Gorkhas the advantage from the early stages of the match.
For his match-winning contribution, Santosh Yadav was deservedly named Player of the Match. His performance proved that strong bowling can make a huge difference in T20 cricket, even before the batting side begins its chase.
Kathmandu Gorkhas Move Up in the NPL 2026 Standings
The victory against Biratnagar Kings provides an important boost to Kathmandu Gorkhas' Nepal Premier League 2026 campaign.
A strong bowling performance followed by a quick and controlled run chase demonstrated the team's ability to perform in both departments.
For Biratnagar Kings, the defeat highlights the need for greater batting consistency, particularly during the powerplay and middle overs.
As NPL Season 3 continues, both teams will be looking to strengthen their positions and compete for a place in the playoffs.
Conclusion
Kathmandu Gorkhas delivered a complete team performance to secure a convincing nine-wicket victory over Biratnagar Kings. Santosh Yadav's outstanding spell of 3/11 earned him the Player of the Match award, while David Warner's unbeaten 44 and William Bosisto's supporting knock made the chase comfortable.
The match highlighted the importance of teamwork, disciplined bowling, and confident batting in the Nepal Premier League 2026. With this dominant performance, Kathmandu Gorkhas made a strong statement in Season 3.