Janakpur Bolts Restrict Biratnagar Kings to 135 Runs in Nepal Premier League

The Biratnagar Kings were restricted to a total of 135 runs after an excellent bowling performance by the Janakpur Bolts in a continuing Nepal Premier League (NPL) fixture. The match is currently underway at the TU International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur.

Biratnagar, a team that had previously won two consecutive matches, lost the toss and was sent in to bat first. They completed their 20 overs, losing seven wickets in the process, and set a target of 136 runs for the Janakpur Bolts to chase.

For the Biratnagar Kings, Shubham Ranjane was the top scorer with 38 runs. Basir Ahmed contributed 35 runs, and Lokesh Bam added 28 runs to the total. Notably, the Janakpur Bolts relied heavily on spin bowling, utilizing it for 16 of the total 20 overs.

The Janakpur bowling attack was highly effective. Rupesh Singh was a standout performer, taking two wickets while conceding only 12 runs in his three overs. Sangit Kur also secured two wickets, giving up 26 runs in his four overs. Aditya Mehta contributed one wicket to the effort.