BK vs JKB, Pitch Report, Head to Head, Playing 11, AI Prediction

Janakpur Bolts will take on table-toppers Biratnagar Kings in the 9th match of the Nepal Premier League 2025 at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur, on Monday, November 24. While Biratnagar Kings have made an excellent start to the tournament, Janakpur Bolts are still searching for momentum after a tough beginning to their campaign.

Match Details: BK vs JKB

Detail	Information
Series	Nepal Premier League 2025
Match	Janakpur Bolts vs Biratnagar Kings, Match 9
Venue	Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground
City	Kirtipur
Date & Time	24 November 2025, 11:30 AM IST
Live Streaming	FanCode
Toss	To be updated

Match Preview

Biratnagar Kings come into this fixture high on confidence after a dominant 5-wicket victory over Kathmandu Gorkhas. Their chase looked effortless as they gunned down the target in just 17.1 overs, showcasing the depth in their batting lineup. With international stars like Martin Guptill, George Munsey, and Marchant de Lange, along with Nepal’s own spin maestro Sandeep Lamichhane, the Kings look well-balanced and dangerous.

Janakpur Bolts, however, are still struggling to find their rhythm. Their last match ended in a 5-wicket defeat, and the side now needs a turnaround performance to climb up the points table. With players like Anil Kumar Sah, Aasif Sheikh, and Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, the Bolts certainly possess the talent but must execute better in pressure moments.

Head-to-Head Record: BK vs JKB

Team	Matches Won
Janakpur Bolts (JKB)	1
Biratnagar Kings (BK)	0
No Result	0

Janakpur hold a 1-0 edge in head-to-head, but current form favors Biratnagar heavily.

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Weather & Pitch Report: TU Ground, Kirtipur

Weather Report:The weather is expected to remain clear and pleasant throughout the match, with no rain threat.
Pitch Report: The pitch at the Tribhuvan University Ground offers early movement for pacers, but batting becomes easier as the game progresses. Teams chasing generally have a slight advantage here.

Probable Playing 11:

Janakpur Bolts (JKB) Playing 11:

1. Anil Kumar Sah (c), 2. Lahiru Milantha (wk), 3. Aasif Sheikh, 4. Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, 5. Sanjay Krishnamurthi, 6. Mayan Yadav, 7. Lahiru Samarakoon, 8. Kishore Mahato, 9. Rupesh Singh, 10. Bikash Aagri, 11. Lalit Rajbanshi

Biratnagar Kings (BK) Playing 11:

1. Sandeep Lamichhane (c), 2. Lokesh Bam (wk), 3. George Munsey, 4. Martin Guptill, 5. Basir Ahamad, 6. Naren Bhatta, 7. Shubham Ranjane, 8. Narayan Joshi, 9. Pratis GC, 10. Surya Tamang, 11. Marchant de Lange

Who Will Win Today’s Match? (AI Prediction)

Biratnagar Kings look like the stronger and more balanced side at the moment. Their top order is firing well, the bowling is in rhythm, and they have shown excellent composure in run chases. Players like Martin Guptill, George Munsey, Sandeep Lamichhane, and Marchant de Lange add both firepower and experience.

Janakpur Bolts possess good individual talent but lack collective consistency, especially in the middle order. Unless their top-order batters fire significantly, they may struggle against BK’s potent bowling attack.

AI Match Prediction: Biratnagar Kings to win this match.

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