Chitwan Rhinos Defeat Janakpur Bolts in Nepal Premier League

Chitwan Rhinos secured a four-wicket victory against Janakpur Bolts in the Nepal Premier League on Friday. The second match of the tournament's third edition took place at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. Janakpur Bolts were restricted to 88 runs, setting a target of 89 runs for Chitwan. Chitwan Rhinos successfully completed the run chase by reaching 89 for six in 17.2 overs. Dawid Malan top-scored for the winning side with an unbeaten 35 runs. Contributions from teammates included Kushal Malla with 15 runs off 25 balls, Ravi Bopara with 13 runs off 16 balls, and Kamil Mishara with 12 runs off six balls. During Janakpur's batting innings, captain Harmeet Singh made 25 runs while Bishal Susling contributed 15. Bowling for Chitwan Rhinos, Ranjit Kumar delivered figures of three wickets for two runs across three overs, including one maiden over. Team captain Sikandar Raza and Kamil Mishara picked up two wickets each, alongside single wickets from Rejan Dhakal and Kamal Singh Airee. Defending the low total, Rahul Yadav took three wickets for Janakpur Bolts. Lalit Narayan Rajbanshi claimed two wickets, while Bishal Susling took one. Reports differ on the remaining bowling figures, with one source stating captain Harmeet Singh claimed two wickets and another attributing two wickets to Lalit Narayan Rajbanshi. The win brings Chitwan Rhinos closer to securing a playoff spot.