एनपिएल : आज दुई खेल
KATHMANDU, NOV 15:
The third edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) cricket is entering its second phase, with the four teams qualifying for the playoffs already finalized. Lumbini Lions, Sudurpashchim Royals, Kathmandu GurkhaZ, and Chitwan Rhinos have secured their spots in the playoffs this season.
As the league-stage matches of the tournament continue, several young Nepali players have drawn special attention through their performances. Every edition of the NPL has provided new talents an opportunity to showcase their abilities in national and international cricket. This time too, some young players have capitalized on the opportunities to strengthen their presence. Among them, Rahul Yadav and Rijan Dhakal in bowling, and Lokesh Bam and Rashid Khan in batting, have delivered impressive performances.
Rahul in the Race for the “Golden Cap” via Talent Hunt
One of the players who has managed to earn the most discussion this season is young pace bowler Rahul Yadav. Affiliated with Janakpur Bolts, Rahul joined the team after being selected through a “talent hunt.” In his very first participation, he has successfully caught the attention of supporters and cricket enthusiasts with his bowling prowess.
Rahul has taken 12 wickets in seven matches, placing him at the top of the list of highest wicket-takers in the tournament. In the match against Kathmandu GurkhaZ, Rahul spent 31 runs in four overs to claim four wickets. After going wicketless in two consecutive matches, he made a comeback in the fifth game by taking two wickets, followed by one and three wickets in the subsequent two games.
Rijan’s Consistent Wickets
Rijan Dhakal has been in exceptional form in the bowling department this season. Playing for Chitwan Rhinos, Dhakal has taken 11 wickets in five matches so far, claiming wickets in every single match of the tournament.
Rijan’s impressive bowling has proven crucial for Chitwan, which has secured three wins out of the six matches played so far. Having already gathered international cricket experience, Dhakal has played eight T20 Internationals and four One Day Internationals for Nepal.
Lokesh Bam Excels in Batting
In the batting department, Lokesh Bam has left a strong mark in this edition of the NPL. Playing for Biratnagar Kings, he has scored 242 runs in seven matches, making him the leading run-scorer in the league.
Lokesh has played two half-century innings in the tournament. Having played 29 T20 Internationals for Nepal, Lokesh has not yet had the opportunity to debut in One Day International cricket.
Rashid Khan Seeking a Comeback
Rashid Khan has also garnered attention with his batting in the third edition of the NPL. Playing for Kathmandu GurkhaZ, he has scored 155 runs in six matches, including one half-century.
Rashid has played two T20 International matches for Nepal so far.
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