KATHMANDU: Karnali Yaks made a winning start in the Nepal Premier League (NPL) by defeating Janakpur Bolts by 19 runs in their opening match.
Chasing a target of 133 runs, the Janakpur side was bundled out for 113 runs. The Karnali bowling attack proved decisive in restricting the opposition throughout the innings.
Yunis Thakuri and Hussain Talat led the bowling effort for Karnali, each claiming 3 wickets. Thakuri conceded 22 runs in his 4 overs, while Talat gave away 26 runs in his 4-over spell. The victory marks a positive beginning for the team in the tournament.
