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Warner Smashes 66 in Nepal Premier League Triumph
9 Nov
Summary
- David Warner scored 66 runs off 50 balls.
- Kathmandu Gorkhas defeated Lumbini Lions by 36 runs.
- Warner was named player of the match for his performance.
David Warner delivered a stellar performance, smashing 66 off 50 balls to guide the Kathmandu Gorkhas to a 160/8 total against the Lumbini Lions. This set up a decisive victory for the Gorkhas, marking the defending champions' first loss of the season.
Warner's contribution included nine fours and a six, and he built a crucial 104-run partnership with Sahil Patel. Despite a late collapse for Kathmandu after Warner's dismissal, they successfully defended their total, bowling out Lumbini for 124 runs in 19.3 overs.
Jahandad Khan was instrumental with the ball for Kathmandu, taking four wickets. Warner, named player of the match, also received applause for a sportsmanship gesture, highlighting his impact beyond his batting.
The match saw a unique incident where Kathmandu was penalized five runs for unauthorized ball maintenance. Warner expressed his enjoyment of the experience and commitment to returning next year.
