In a close encounter, Janakpur Bolts was able to secure a 1-run victory against Lumbini Lions in the Nepal Premier League (NPL) match at the Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground, Kirtipur.
Batting first, Janakpur Bolts were restricted to 136 runs. Chasing a target of 137 runs set by Janakpur, Lumbini managed only 135 runs for the loss of 7 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Sundeep Jora was unable to score a 2 runs in the last ball as he was caught out. For Janakpur Bolts, Captain Anil Kumar Sah was the standout performer with 45 runs off 39 balls. This is the straight 4 defeat for Lumbini Lions.
Lumbini debutant Abhishesh Gautam impressed with a triple strike in one over. He took the wicket of Lahiru Milantha (24), Harsh Thaker (1), and James Neesham (0).