Kathmandu, November 5, 2026 — Defending champions Lumbini Lions continued their unbeaten campaign in the Nepal Premier League (NPL) with a 16-run victory over inaugural champions Janakpur Bolts on Thursday.
Chasing a target of 150 runs, Janakpur managed 133-8 in their allotted 20 overs. Captain Harmit Singh led the batting with 33 runs off 20 deliveries, hitting three sixes. Aditya Mahata remained unbeaten on 30 off 23 balls, while Saif Hassan scored 28 and opener Trit Raj Das contributed 18.
Lumbini's D'Arcy Short was the leading bowler, taking three wickets for 23 runs in his four overs. Tilak Bhandari also picked up two wickets.
Earlier, after being asked to bat first, Lumbini posted 149-8 in 20 overs. Captain Rohit Paudel top-scored with 38 off 31 balls, while Niroshan Dickwella added 27 runs. Aasif Sheikh and Dilip Nath scored 21 runs apiece.
The win takes Lumbini to seven points from four matches, keeping them at the top of the league standings.
Janakpur have now suffered three defeats in five matches. They must win both of their remaining games to remain in contention for a place in the playoffs.
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