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Samra Smashes NPL's First Century in 217-Run Barrage
9 Nov
Summary
- Yuvraaj Singh Samra scored the season's first century off 45 balls.
- Pokhara Avengers posted 217 runs, the second-highest total in NPL history.
- Samra and Kushal Bhurtel forged the highest partnership of the season for any wicket.
Pokhara Avengers set a commanding target of 218 runs for Karnali Yaks in the Nepal Premier League, largely due to Yuvraaj Singh Samra's explosive century. Batting first at the TU ground in Kirtipur, the Avengers amassed 217 for three in their allotted 20 overs, marking the first 200+ score and the second-highest total in NPL history. Samra achieved the season's inaugural century in just 45 balls, finishing with 102 runs off 48 deliveries.
He shared a significant 136-run partnership for the second wicket with Kushal Bhurtel, who contributed a brisk 62 off 39 balls. This partnership stands as the highest for any wicket this season and ranks among the NPL's all-time best. Captain Chamika Karunaratne further boosted the total with an unbeaten cameo of 25 runs off 11 balls, ensuring a formidable score.
