Lahiru Milantha’s brilliant 87-run knock powered Janakpur to a five-wicket victory over Sudurpaschim Royals in the NPL final.
Janakpur Bolts clinched the Nepal Premier League (NPL) cricket title with a spectacular five-wicket win over Sudurpaschim Royals, thanks to Lahiru Milantha’s stunning batting performance.
Born May 28, 1994 (31 years).
Role WK-Batsman.
Batting Style Left Handed Bat.
Lahiru Milantha (Janakpur Bolts) scored 293 runs in 10 matches at an average of 32.55.
Most Fours in NPL Season 1: Lahiru Milantha (Janakpur Bolts) - 35 Fours.
Player of the Match (FINAL): Lahiru Milantha (Janakpur Bolts) - Rs 50,000.
Milantha, who completed his half-century in just 31 balls, was dropped on 65 when Sudurpaschim captain Dipendra Singh Airee missed a caught-and-bowled opportunity.
With this Janakpur Bolts registered their first win of the season against Sudurpaschim Royals, having previously losing to the runners up in the league stage and the first qualifier.
Milantha’s innings included 9 fours and 4 sixes.
Discussion:
- How much did Milantha’s final 87 change Janakpur Bolts’ title trajectory?
- Did Janakpur get the mix of overseas and local contributions right in Season 1?
- Can Milantha sustain the form that produced 293 runs across the tournament?
- Which Bolts player should shoulder responsibility if Milantha fails to fire in a key game?
- How should opponents plan specifically for Milantha in NPL Season 2?
Keep the discussion factual, respectful, and cricket-focused.