Nepal Premier League 2024 Points Table: Janakpur Bolts Secure Early Lead After Win Over Biratnagar Kings
Janakpur Bolts have taken an early lead in the Nepal Premier League 2024 standings. They secured an 8-wicket victory against Biratnagar Kings in the opening match on November 30. This win places them at the top of the table, showcasing a strong start to their campaign.
Lahiru Milantha played a crucial role in Janakpur Bolts' triumph. He scored an unbeaten 75 runs off 53 balls, leading his team to victory with 4.3 overs remaining. His partnership with Harsh Thaker was instrumental, as they added 117 runs together after early setbacks.
| Rank | Team | M | W | L | NR | PTS | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Janakpur Bolts | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | +2.102 |
| 2 | Chitwan Rhinos | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 3 | Karnali Yaks | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 4 | Kathmandu Gurkhas | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 5 | Lumbini Lions | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 6 | Pokhara Avengers | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 7 | Sudurpaschim Royals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 8 | Biratnagar Kings | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | −2.102 |
Note: The top four teams at the end of the league phase on December 16 will head into the NPL Playoffs. Legend: M - Matches Played; W - Won; L - Lost; NR - No Result; PTS - Points; NRR - Net Run Rate.
The Bolts' bowling attack was led by Lalit Rajbanshi, who took three wickets for 28 runs. Kishore Mahato and Harsh Thaker also contributed significantly, each claiming two wickets. Their efforts restricted Biratnagar Kings to just 127 runs in 19 overs.
The only notable performance from Biratnagar Kings came from Martin Guptill, who scored 55 runs off 43 balls. Aqib Ilyas was the only other player to reach double figures with a score of 15. The rest of the team struggled against Janakpur's disciplined bowling.
Nepal Premier League 2024 Schedule with Results
- November 30, Saturday: Biratnagar Kings vs Janakpur Bolts - JB won by 8 wickets
- December 2, Monday: Kathmandu Gurkhas vs Chitwan Rhinos - 9 AM IST
- December 2, Monday: Janakpur Bolts vs Karnali Yaks - 1 PM IST
- December 3, Tuesday: Sudurpaschim Royals vs Biratnagar Kings - 9 AM IST
- December 3, Tuesday: Chitwan Rhinos vs Pokhara Avengers - 1 PM IST
- December 4, Wednesday: Karnali Yaks vs Kathmandu Gurkhas - 9 AM IST
- December 4, Wednesday: Biratnagar Kings vs Lumbini Lions - 1 PM IST
- December 5, Thursday: Pokhara Avengers vs Janakpur Bolts - 9 AM IST
- December 5, Thursday: Kathmandu Gurkhas vs Sudurpaschim Royals - 1 PM IST
- December 6, Friday: Karnali Yaks vs Chitwan Rhinos - 9 AM IST
- December 6, Friday: Lumbini Lions vs Pokhara Avengers - 1 PM IST
- December 7, Saturday: Lumbini Lions vs Sudurpaschim Royals - 9 AM IST
- December 7, Saturday: Karnali Yaks vs Biratnagar Kings - 1 PM IST
- December 8, Sunday: Janakpur Bolts vs Lumbini Lions - 9 AM IST
- December 8, Sunday: Sudurpaschim Royals vs Chitwan Rhinos -1 PM IST
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Milantha's innings included three sixes and nine fours. His performance earned him the player of the match award for his outstanding contribution that guided Janakpur Bolts to victory over Biratnagar Kings.
The Nepal Premier League continues with several matches lined up until mid-December. Teams are competing fiercely to secure a spot in the playoffs scheduled for later this month.
The tournament promises exciting cricket action as teams battle it out for supremacy in this inaugural season of the Nepal Premier League.
Story first published: Saturday, November 30, 2024, 16:51 [GST]
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