KATHMANDU: Defending Champion Lalitpur Patriots is playing against Pokhara Rhinos in the first match scheduled under the Everest Premier League.

Captained by Kushal Bhurtel, Lalitpur is looking for a first victory. Lalitpur had faced a defeat at the hands of Kathmandu Kings XI.

Similarly, Pokhara which is led by Binod Bhandari is also looking for a first victory. It had shared points with Bhairahawa Gladiators in the first match. Pokhara had obtained one point after the rain ruined the match.

Due to the wet outfield, the match has been reduced to seven overs.

Pokhara Rhinos won the toss and chose to field.