NPL Season 2 starts with a strong matchup as Janakpur Bolts face Kathmandu Gorkhas. Both teams arrive with solid lineups and a good mix of international names and young Nepali talent, setting the stage for a competitive opener.
With power hitters, quality allrounders, and experienced bowlers on both sides, this match has everything to deliver a lively start to the season. Fans can expect a tight contest from the very first ball.
Match Details
- Match: NPL Season 2 Opening Match
- Teams: Janakpur Bolts vs Kathmandu Gorkhas
- Venue: TU Cricket Ground, Kirtipur
- Date: November 17, 2025
- Time: 4:00 PM (Nepali Time)
Janakpur Bolts Squad
- Anil Sah
- Aasif Sheikh
- Lahiru Milantha
- Lahiru Samarakoon
- Mohammad Samir Ali
- Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton
- Sanjay Krishnamurti
- Sangeeth Cooray
- Shubh Kansakar
- Mayan Yadav
- Rupesh Kumar Singh
- Aaditya Mahata
- Bikash Aagri
- Sachin Bhatt
- Kishor Mahato
- Wayne Parnell
- Lalit Rajbanshi
- Imran Tahir
- Tul Bahadur Thapa
Kathmandu Gorkhas Squad
- Bhim Sharki
- Milind Kumar
- John Simpson
- Ricardo Vasconcelos
- Sonu Devkota
- Ben Charlesworth
- Karan KC (C)
- Gerhard Erasmus
- Sunny Patel
- Shahab Alam
- Dipesh Kandel
- Rashid Khan
- Santosh Yadav
- Tul Bahadur Thapa
- Uttam Thapa Magar
- Aakash Tripathi
- Pratik Shrestha
- Mohammad Aadil Alam
- Natarajan Shah
What to Expect
Both teams have depth in batting and spin options, so the middle overs could decide the match. Janakpur’s experience-heavy bowling lineup will try to control Kathmandu’s power hitters, while the Gorkhas will look to use their allrounders to dominate key moments.
FAQ
When is the Janakpur Bolts vs Kathmandu Gorkhas match?
The match takes place on the opening day of NPL Season 2 (Nov 17, 2025 4:00 PM). It is the first game of the tournament.
Where can I watch the match live?
The match is broadcast on Kantipur Max HD and will also be available through DishHome Go. For more detail checkout our post on How to Watch NPL Season 2 LIVE Free in Mobile and PC.
Who are the key players to watch?
Janakpur Bolts have names like Imran Tahir, Wayne Parnell, and Aasif Sheikh. Kathmandu Gorkhas feature Heinrich Klaasen, Gerhard Erasmus, and Karan KC.
Which team looks stronger on paper?
Both sides are well balanced. Janakpur brings experience in bowling, while Kathmandu has strong batting depth. The match could go either way depending on how the middle overs play out.
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