The Nepal Premier League 2025 returns with Janakpur Bolts taking on Karnali Yaks in Match 28 on Sunday, 7th December at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur at 3:15 PM IST. Ahead of this clash, here’s a look at the pitch report, head to head record, key props, squads and match winner prediction for Janakpur Bolts vs Karnali Yaks.
Janakpur Bolts vs Karnali Yaks Props
Stats
- Mark Watt is the leading run scorer for Karnali Yaks with 242 runs in 6 matches.
- Sanjay Krishnamurthi is the leading run scorer for Janakpur Bolts with 116 runs in 6 matches.
Kirtipur Cricket Ground - Pitch Report
The surface at Kirtipur has played slow and gripping throughout the 2025 season. Batters have struggled to score freely early on and teams have needed time to adjust to the lack of pace. Spinners have dominated most phases, especially through the middle overs, with the pitch offering sharp turn and consistent hold.
The average first-innings score sits around the mid-140s. Teams batting first have enjoyed better control of the game, with more wins coming from sides setting a target than chasing. Anything around 140–155 is considered competitive here.
JAB vs KAY Head to Head
In the Nepal Premier League, Janakpur Bolts and Karnali Yaks have faced each other twice. Janakpur have won both encounters, giving them a clear edge in this matchup.
- Matches Played: 2
- Janakpur Bolts Won: 2
- Karnali Yaks Won: 0
JAB vs KAY Squads
Janakpur Bolts Squad: Lahiru Milantha(w), Aasif Sheikh, Anil Sah(c), Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Mayan Yadav, Rupesh Singh, Sangeeth Cooray, Aaditya Mahata, Kishore Mahato, Maaz Sadaqat, Bikash Aagri, Shubh Kansakar, Sachin Bhatt, Lalit Rajbanshi, Lahiru Samarakoon, Wayne Parnell.
Karnali Yaks Squad: Priyank Panchal, Mark Watt, William Bosisto, Pawan Sarraf, Najibullah Zadran, Sompal Kami(c), Gulsan Jha, Deepak Dumre(w), Nandan Yadav, Yuvraj Khatri, Bipin Sharma, Unish Bikram Singh, Arjun Gharti, Imran Sheikh, Dipendra Rawat.
Janakpur Bolts vs Karnali Yaks Match Winner Prediction
Karnali Yaks have shown stronger form in the 2025 season, with their top order consistently firing and bowlers performing well in the middle overs. Janakpur Bolts have been inconsistent in recent matches, especially in chasing totals under pressure. Considering recent performances and current momentum, Karnali Yaks are likely to win this match.
Our Winner Prediction: Karnali Yaks to Win!
