Dipendra Singh Airee's 51 Fires Sudurpaschim Royals to Victory
Sudurpaschim Royals have won by 6 wickets. Pokhara Avengers batted first and posted 145/7 in 20 overs. Sudurpaschim Royals chased down 146 in just 16.5 overs.
Bibek Magar was the standout in the first innings, scoring 40* off 25 balls (SR 160). 1 six and 4 fours provided the impetus. The powerplay yielded 51 runs.
In the chase, Dipendra Singh Airee anchored the innings with 51 off 36 balls. It was a measured knock that kept Sudurpaschim Royals on track despite losing wickets around him.
With the ball, Anil Kharel delivered figures of 3/23 in 3 overs (Econ 7.7). Crucial breakthroughs at key moments that shifted the momentum.
SR lead the series 4-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
Over 4 of the first innings was the inflection point — 15 runs came off it, shifting the momentum and setting the stage for a total that ultimately proved too much.
Key Performers
51* off 36 balls (SR 142), 4 fours, 2 sixes
3/23 in 3 overs (Econ: 7.67)
40* off 25 balls (SR 160), 4 fours, 1 sixes
Verdict
Sudurpaschim Royals showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. Pokhara Avengers will rue missed opportunities — a 6 wickets deficit could have been avoided with sharper execution in the key moments. SR lead the series 4-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.