Lahiru Milantha Shines as Janakpur Bolts Dominate Biratnagar Kings in NPL Opener
In a stellar start to the Siddharth Bank Nepal Premier League (NPL), Lahiru Milantha, the wicketkeeper-batter for Janakpur Bolts, was named Player of the Match for his exceptional performance.
Facing off against the Biratnagar Kings, Milantha delivered an unbeaten knock of 75 runs off just 53 balls. His innings, studded with 9 fours and 3 sixes, played a pivotal role in securing Janakpur’s commanding victory.
Chasing a modest target of 128 runs set by Biratnagar, Janakpur cruised to victory in just 15.3 overs, losing only 2 wickets along the way. The eight-wicket triumph set the tone for the team’s campaign, with Milantha’s heroics standing out as the highlight of the match.
This dominant performance has positioned Janakpur Bolts as early contenders in the tournament, with Lahiru Milantha emerging as a player to watch.