The Pokhara Avengers continued their impressive run in the Nepal Premier League with a commanding 25-run win over the Janakpur Bolts, delivering a balanced performance with both bat and ball.
Batting first, the Avengers put up a competitive total, largely thanks to a brilliant knock by S. Verma, who played a match-defining innings of 50 runs off just 29 balls. His aggressive stroke-play in the middle overs provided the momentum Pokhara needed to push the score beyond a par total.
In the second innings, Pokhara’s bowling attack stepped up with precision and discipline. B. Khatri was the standout performer, producing a sensational spell of 4 wickets for 15 runs. His ability to pick key wickets at crucial moments kept Janakpur under constant pressure throughout the chase.
Despite some resistance from the Bolts’ middle order, the required run rate kept climbing, and consistent breakthroughs from Pokhara’s bowlers ensured Janakpur never found the rhythm they needed. In the end, the Bolts fell short by 25 runs, handing Pokhara a well-deserved victory.
The win strengthens Pokhara Avengers’ position in the league as the competition intensifies, while Janakpur Bolts will look to bounce back quickly in their upcoming fixtures.