NPL 2026: Lokesh, Imran and Russell hit half-centuries as Biratnagar set Janakpur 175-run target

Summary

Lokesh Bam, Imran Sheikh and Andre Russell powered Biratnagar Kings to 174 for 3, setting Janakpur Bolts a target of 175 in the Nepal Premier League at the TU International Cricket Ground. Janakpur’s Abhishek Tiwari took two wickets, while Moeen Ali picked up one.

Key Points
  • Biratnagar Kings scored 174 for 3 in 20 overs against Janakpur Bolts in the Nepal Premier League at TU International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur.
  • Lokesh Bam made 50, Imran Sheikh scored 56, and Andre Russell remained unbeaten on 52 to anchor the innings.
  • Abhishek Tiwari took two wickets for Janakpur, while Moeen Ali claimed one.
  • This was the fourth match for both teams in the tournament, with Janakpur on four points and Biratnagar on two.
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