Chitwan Rhinos vs Janakpur Bolts Match Prediction | Nepal Premier League 2025 | 20th Match | December 02 – Who will win today’s NPL match between CHR vs JAB?

CHR vs JAB Match Analysis

The 20th match of the Nepal Premier League promises an intriguing contest as Chitwan Rhinos take on Janakpur Bolts at Kirtipur. The game is scheduled to start in the evening under lights, with the stadium likely buzzing with fans eager for a high-scoring encounter.

Chitwan Rhinos have struggled for consistency this season but possess explosive potential in their batting line-up. With a mix of experienced internationals like Dawid Malan and Ravi Bopara, they can turn matches around quickly.

Janakpur Bolts have shown flashes of brilliance but have faltered in closing out games. Their batting relies on the aggressive strokes of Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton and Aasif Sheikh behind the stumps. Led by Wayne Parnell, their bowling unit has match-winning potential, but execution under pressure has been inconsistent.

Chitwan Rhinos vs. Janakpur Bolts Team Preview & Squads

Chitwan Rhinos

Kushal Malla leads the CHR with a calm but assertive approach. Known for his tactical nous, he encourages young players to take calculated risks. His leadership will be tested against a Bolts side eager to exploit Chitwan’s vulnerabilities.

Chitwan’s batting line-up has firepower at the top with Dawid Malan and Deepak Bohara. Middle-order contributions from Ravi Bopara and Saif Zaib can stabilise the innings when early wickets fall. However, inconsistency from the lower order has been a concern in crunch situations.

CHR bowling mix of Sohail Tanvir and Ravi Bopara offers experience and variation. Kamal Airee and Rijan Dhakal provide handy pace support, while spin options are limited but useful in slow conditions. The team’s bowling strategy will rely on early breakthroughs to contain Janakpur’s aggressive batsmen.

In their last outing against Kathmandu Gorkhas, Chitwan Rhinos were bowled out for 89 chasing 143. Dawid Malan and Kushal Malla failed to fire, and the batting collapse exposed the team’s frailties under pressure. Kathmandu’s disciplined bowling, led by their spinners, left Chitwan struggling. This defeat by 53 runs has put the Rhinos on the back foot heading into their clash with Janakpur.

Chitwan Rhinos Squads

Deepak Bohara, Dawid Malan, Dev Khanal, Saif Zaib, Kushal Malla (c), Ravi Bopara, Arjun Saud (wk), Sohail Tanvir, Kamal Airee, Rijan Dhakal, Ranjit Kumar

Janakpur Bolts

Wayne Parnell leads JAB with a blend of experience and aggression. His ability to bowl crucial overs and inspire his teammates will be vital. Parnell’s leadership is expected to keep the team focused after their recent close loss.

Janakpur’s batting revolves around Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton and Maaz Sadaqat, who can accelerate the innings effectively. Aasif Sheikh adds stability as a wicketkeeper-batsman in the middle order. However, the team has struggled when early wickets fall, highlighting the need for a cohesive batting effort.

The JAB possess a varied bowling attack, with Parnell leading the pace unit effectively. Mayan Yadav and Lalit Rajbanshi add spin options to control the middle overs. The success of their bowlers depends on early breakthroughs and containing Chitwan’s power hitters.

Janakpur Bolts posted 145/8 but were chased down by Sudur Paschim Royals, who scored 148/4 with 14 balls to spare. Despite some promising knocks from the top order, the middle-order collapse and lack of finishing from bowlers cost them the match. Their batting and bowling units will be eager to correct mistakes in the upcoming game.

Janakpur Bolts Squads

Maaz Sadaqat, Aasif Sheikh (wk), Mayan Yadav, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Aaditya Mahata, Shubh Kansakar, Wayne Parnell (c), Rupesh Singh, Lalit Rajbanshi, Kishor Mahato

CHR vs JAB Outfield Report

Kirtipur has traditionally favoured batsmen, but the wicket has variable bounce and can assist seamers early on. Slow patches in the middle may help spinners, making timing and placement crucial. Teams winning the toss often prefer batting first to avoid scoreboard pressure under lights.

The evening temperature is expected to hover around 18–20°C with mild humidity. Clear skies and calm winds will make conditions favourable for batting. However, dew could make bowling challenging in the second innings.

Historically, teams batting first have scored between 140–160 in T20 matches at Kirtipur, with the highest recorded around 180. Chasing teams often struggle to maintain momentum if early wickets fall, making a 150+ target competitive. Low totals of under 100 have been rare but achievable if batting collapses occur.

Chitwan Rhinos vs. Janakpur Bolts Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last five encounters, both teams have shared victories, with neither showing clear dominance. Matches have been closely contested, often decided in the final overs, highlighting the unpredictability of this fixture.

CHR vs JAB Prediction

According to cricket analysts Chitwan Rhinos have a 54% chance of Winning.

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