Sandeep Lamichhane Takes Historic First Hat-Trick of NPL as Biratnagar Edge Pokhara
Biratnagar Kings skipper Sandeep Lamichhane recorded sensational figures of 6 for 27, including the first hat-trick in Nepal Premier League history, powering his side to a crucial four-wicket win in Match 22.
In one of the most historic individual performances in domestic cricket history, Biratnagar Kings captain Sandeep Lamichhane claimed the first hat-trick in the Nepal Premier League, finishing with record figures of 6 for 27 against Pokhara Avengers at the TU International Cricket Stadium in Match 22.
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NPL 2026 Match 5 · TU International Cricket Stadium, Kirtipur · 12:30 PM NPT
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Biratnagar Kings won by 4 wickets (with 4 balls remaining)
Margin: 4
| Team | Runs | Wickets | Overs | Run Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 136 | 6 | 19.2 | 7.03 |
 | 132 | 10 | 17.5 | 6.60 |
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Pokhara Avengers were cruising towards a competitive total on the back of Yuvraaj Samra's sparkling 84 off 47 balls. But Lamichhane returned for his second spell in the 15th over to turn the contest on its head. With precision leg-spin and vicious googlies, he sent the stumps rattling on three consecutive deliveries to achieve the historic milestone.
Taking the first hat-trick in NPL history in front of our incredible home crowd is a dream come true, but getting the two points for Biratnagar Kings was what mattered most today.
— Sandeep Lamichhane, Player of the Match
Match 22 Summary Scorecard
| Innings | Score | Top Scorer / Bowler |
|---|---|---|
| 132 all out (17.5 ov) | Yuvraaj Samra 84 (47) | Sandeep Lamichhane 6/27 (4.0 ov) |
| 136/6 (19.2 ov) | Basir Ahamad 37 (39) | Kushal Bhurtel 2/21 (4.0 ov) |
| Result | | Player of the Match: Sandeep Lamichhane |