NPL: Janakpur Bolts defeats Kathmandu Gurkhas, secures playoff spot

Kathmandu, December 12— Janakpur Bolts became the first team to secure a playoff spot in the Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2024, defeating Kathmandu Gurkhas.

With this win, Janakpur Bolts accumulated 10 points from 6 matches, having won 5 and lost 1, ensuring a place in the top four.

For Janakpur, James Neesham was the top scorer with 27 runs off 17 balls, hitting 1 four and 3 sixes.

Opener Lahiru Milantha contributed 16 runs off 20 balls, including 2 fours, while captain Anil Sah added 11 runs off 10 balls with 1 four.

The team's all-around performance helped them seal the victory and secure their spot in the upcoming playoffs.