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BK vs JKB, 12th T20, NPL 2026 summary
JKB
172-7(20.0)
Biratnagar Kings won by 2 runs 🏆
BK
(20.0)174-3
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P'ship : 9(4)
20:19
Biratnagar Kings beat Janakpur Bolts by 2 runs | Match 12…
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And what a way to win! A heartbreak for Saif Hassan, a celebration for Russell, and a finish that had everyone on the edge of their seats. Saif fought valiantly, Shusling gave him company, and Neesham briefly threatened to turn the tide, but the Bolts fell just short. Russell, meanwhile, showed exactly why he remains one of the legends of the game. First, he smashed an unbeaten half-century to lift his side to a competitive total, and then he returned with the ball to claim 4/45, including the two most important wickets of the final over. One man, two match-defining performances, and a finish worthy of a blockbuster! Biratnagar have snatched victory from the jaws of defeat, while Janakpur are left wondering how close they came.
Sandeep Lamichhane (Biratnagar Kings Captain): [On the team's close games and back-to-back victories] "Of course, these are situations we really don't want to be in, but we've found ourselves in them quite a few times. I must say that all four games could have been ours, but every time we've ended up taking the game right down to the wire. So, I'm happy that we came out on the winning side. However, if we look back at today's game, there are plenty of areas where we can improve as a bowling unit. The conditions were helping the bowlers, particularly in the middle overs, but we didn't utilise all the options and variations we could have. A win is a win, though, and there's always room for improvement.
[On Andre Russell's impact and his decision to extend his stay] If it were up to me, I would love him to stay for the next ten years! I'd even sign him for the next two or three years. But as a professional cricketer, he already has other commitments, and I guess he has to honour those. He's a brilliant talent and a legend of the game. He brings so much energy to the field, whether you need him as a batter, bowler, or fielder. He's a gun player, and that's probably why he's been doing wonders over the years."
[On Andre Russell's impact and his decision to extend his stay] If it were up to me, I would love him to stay for the next ten years! I'd even sign him for the next two or three years. But as a professional cricketer, he already has other commitments, and I guess he has to honour those. He's a brilliant talent and a legend of the game. He brings so much energy to the field, whether you need him as a batter, bowler, or fielder. He's a gun player, and that's probably why he's been doing wonders over the years."
Harmeet Singh (Janakpur Bolts Captain): [on the game] "It was a great game of cricket, right in the balance for pretty much whole of the game. We pulled it back around the 16th over. Dre Russ was amazing with the bat and then did well with the ball as well for them.
[on Bishal's innings] It was very clinical and then he goes out and grinds out to play his shots, got us right back in the game. Saif almost finished the game for us."
[on Bishal's innings] It was very clinical and then he goes out and grinds out to play his shots, got us right back in the game. Saif almost finished the game for us."
Andre Russell (Player of the Match): [On the team's victory and his contribution with bat and ball] "I'm happy that we managed to get over the line. We've lost a few close games recently, so I'm delighted that we got these two points. When I went out to bat, it was a bit challenging to get a feel for the wicket. I gave myself a few balls, and once I was settled, I knew what I could do and began to understand how the surface was playing. I'm happy I could help the team reach a challenging total. I know these guys are good batters, and I felt 175 would be enough for us to defend and fight with. But I think the bowlers really turned up today, and I'm happy that we got the two points.
[On the support from the Nepalese fans] For sure, I'm enjoying playing here. The fans have been superb. When you hit a four or a six, or take a wicket, and hear that big cheer, it really does something for you out there on the field. The support has been amazing for every team, not just ours. It's good for cricket and for all the players. I'm staying for an extra game.
[On returning next season] I'm happy to extend my stay here, and hopefully, next year I'll be here for the full tournament."
[On the support from the Nepalese fans] For sure, I'm enjoying playing here. The fans have been superb. When you hit a four or a six, or take a wicket, and hear that big cheer, it really does something for you out there on the field. The support has been amazing for every team, not just ours. It's good for cricket and for all the players. I'm staying for an extra game.
[On returning next season] I'm happy to extend my stay here, and hopefully, next year I'll be here for the full tournament."
Player of the Match: Andre Russell
Most 4s in the Match: Imran Sheikh
Moment of the Match: Basir Ahmad
Most Runs in Powerplay: Lokesh Bam
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