Karnali Yaks delivered one of the most dominant performances of this season’s Nepal Premier League, defeating the Lumbini Lions by 9 wickets in a one-sided encounter powered by a record-breaking innings.
The star of the match was undoubtedly Mark Watt, who produced an extraordinary unbeaten 114 off just 44 balls. His knock was a masterclass in power-hitting, featuring fearless stroke play and relentless momentum that left the Lions’ bowlers without answers. Watt’s innings not only anchored the chase but completely dismantled Lumbini’s defense, guiding the Yaks to the target with ease.
Earlier, despite posting a competitive total, the Lumbini Lions struggled to contain Karnali’s batting assault. Their bowling effort was led by N Yadav, who picked up 2 wickets for 38 runs, but the total proved insufficient against the Yaks’ explosive chase.
With this emphatic victory, Karnali Yaks strengthen their position in the standings and send a clear message to the rest of the league. Lumbini, meanwhile, will need to regroup quickly after a tough outing.