Janakpur defeats Biratnagar by eight wickets

Janakpur Bolts secured an easy victory over Biratnagar Kings in the Nepal Premier League's inaugural match on Saturday at Kirtipur, Kathmandu.

Chasing a target of 128 runs, Janakpur reached 131 in just 15.3 overs with only two wickets down.

A remarkable partnership of 116 runs in 87 balls between Lahiru Milantha and Harsh Thaker was key to Janakpur's win, achieved with 27 balls to spare.

Lahiru Milantha scored a brilliant half-century, amassing 75 runs off 53 balls, while Harsh Thaker contributed 29 runs. 

Anil Sah managed 5 runs, and Aasif Sheikh failed to score.

Biratnagar's bowlers Chris Sole and Pratis GC claimed one wicket each.

Earlier, Biratnagar Kings, batting first, were bowled out for 127 runs in 19 overs.