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Janakpur Bolts face the Karnali Yaks in the high-stakes Qualifier 2 of the Nepal Premier League. After losing Qualifier 1 to the Sudurpaschim Royals, the Bolts are under pressure, while the Yaks, fresh from their Eliminator win, come into this match with momentum. Both teams will aim to secure a place in the final, promising an intense clash.
Match Details
| Match | Janakpur Bolts (JKB) vs Karnali Yaks (KNY), Qualifier 2 |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, December 19, 2024 |
| Venue | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur |
| Time | 12:00 PM Local / 6:30 AM GMT |
Team Preview
Janakpur Bolts Preview
The Bolts’ batting order has been inconsistent, with top-order struggles leaving them reliant on James Neesham. Neesham, the star all-rounder, has been the standout performer, scoring crucial runs and providing balance. The rest of the batting lineup, including Lahiru Milantha and Aasif Sheikh, needs to step up to set competitive totals.
In bowling, Lalit Rajbanshi leads the attack with support from Mohammad Mohsin and Sher Malla. The team must find breakthroughs early to halt the Yaks’ confident middle order. Despite their recent losses, the Bolts remain a capable side with potential match-winners.
Key Players: James Neesham, Lalit Rajbanshi, Aasif Sheikh
Karnali Yaks Preview
The Yaks enter this match on a high, with a solid performance in the Eliminator. Jaykishan Kolsawala and William Bosisto have been in fine form, providing stability at the top and middle order. Chadwick Walton’s finishing abilities give them added firepower.
Skipper Sompal Kami has been a standout bowler, leading an effective bowling unit that includes Zeeshan Maqsood and Nandan Yadav. The Yaks’ balanced squad, with contributions across departments, makes them a formidable opponent.
Key Players: Jaykishan Kolsawala, William Bosisto, Sompal Kami
Team Squads
| Janakpur Bolts (JKB) | Karnali Yaks (KNY) |
|---|---|
| Lahiru Milantha (wk) | Jaykishan Kolsawala |
| Aasif Sheikh (c) | Rit Gautam |
| Shubh Kansakar | Zeeshan Maqsood |
| Harsh Thaker | William Bosisto |
| Arniko Yadav | Gulshan Jha |
| James Neesham | Chadwick Walton (wk) |
| Mohammad Mohsin | Dev Khanal |
| Aakash Tripathi | Sompal Kami (c) |
| Sher Malla | Arjun Gharti |
| Kishore Mahato | Nandan Yadav |
| Lalit Rajbanshi | Bipin Sharma |
Fantasy Team XI
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| James Neesham (C) | All-Rounder |
| Sompal Kami (VC) | All-Rounder |
| William Bosisto | All-Rounder |
| Zeeshan Maqsood | All-Rounder |
| Chadwick Walton | Wicketkeeper |
| Jaykishan Kolsawala | Batter |
| Lahiru Milantha | Batter |
| Aasif Sheikh | Batter |
| Lalit Rajbanshi | Bowler |
| Mohammad Mohsin | Bowler |
| Nandan Yadav | Bowler |
Pitch Report
The pitch at Kirtipur offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Bowlers, especially spinners, can extract assistance, but batters who settle in can play their shots freely.
- Average 1st Innings Score: 141
- Predicted Winning Total: 165-170
- Toss Prediction: Teams may prefer to bat first to post a challenging total.
Weather Report
A sunny day is expected in Kirtipur with temperatures peaking at 18°C. Conditions will be perfect for cricket, with no rain interruptions and minimal wind.
Winning Prediction
The Karnali Yaks hold the edge with their in-form middle order and disciplined bowling unit. Janakpur Bolts, on the other hand, will rely heavily on James Neesham to anchor both departments.
Prediction: Karnali Yaks to win Qualifier 2.
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