KATHMANDU: Karnali Yaks made a winning start to the Nepal Premier League (NPL), defeating Janakpur Bolts by 19 runs in their opening match.
Chasing a target of 133 runs, Janakpur were bowled out for 113. Younis Thakuri and Hussain Talat took three wickets each to help Karnali secure the victory. Younis conceded 22 runs in his four overs, while Hussain gave away 26 runs.
Nandan Yadav claimed two wickets, conceding 13 runs in 2.3 overs. He dismissed Lalit to take the final wicket of Janakpur’s innings. Sompal Kami also picked up one wicket.
Abhishek Tiwari top-scored for Janakpur with 20 runs. Moeen Ali and captain Harmeet Singh contributed 19 runs each. Jimmy Neesham was dismissed for 15, while opener Mayan Yadav scored 14 runs.
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