Kathmandu, Oct. 28 -- century from captain Dipendra Singh Airee and a 74-run partnership with Ishan Pandey helped Sudurpaschim Royals secure their first win of the Nepal Premier League season, beating Pokhara Avengers by six wickets on Wednesday.

Sudurpaschim, who lost their opening match to Lumbini Lions by seven wickets, chased down Pokhara's 146-run target in 16.5 overs. Pokhara, meanwhile, suffered defeat in their first match of the tournament.

Sent in to bat after losing the toss at the TU International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, Pokhara made 145 for seven in 20 overs.

Bangladesh opener Mahedi Hasan top-scored with 32 off 21 balls, hitting four fours and a six. His opening partner Dinesh Kharel managed just four off seven balls, ...