The Nepal Premier League has a close game set for Kirtipur. Janakpur Bolts have two wins from three checked matches. Lumbini Lions won their opener. Their next match had no confirmed result in the reviewed evidence.
This JKB vs LBL Match Prediction gives Lumbini Lions a small pre-toss edge. The fixture is listed for 5 November 2026. Some pages reverse the team order. They still list the same pairing at Kirtipur.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Janakpur Bolts vs Lumbini Lions, 14th Match |
| Competition | Nepal Premier League 2026 |
| Date | Thursday, 5 November 2026 |
| Time | 12:15 PM IST / 06:45 UTC / 12:30 PM NPT |
| Venue | Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur |
| Format | Men’s T20, 20 overs per side |
| Fixture Status | Pairing, date and venue supported by public schedules |
| Toss and playing XIs | Not confirmed |
Janakpur Bolts Recent T20 Form
Janakpur Bolts lost to Karnali Yaks by 19 runs on 27 October. Karnali made 132 for 9. Janakpur Bolts made 113 in 19.3 overs.
Janakpur Bolts then beat Kathmandu Gurkhas on 29 October. They bowled Kathmandu out for 115. Moeen Ali made 58. They chased the target in 17.2 overs.
Janakpur Bolts then beat Pokhara Avengers by nine runs on 1 November. They made 147 for 7. Trit Raj Das scored 61. Moeen Ali took 3 for 13.
Lumbini Lions Recent T20 Form
Lumbini Lions beat Sudurpaschim Royals in their opener. They bowled Sudurpaschim out for 87. D’Arcy Short made 40 from 18 balls. Lumbini Lions won by seven wickets.
The pages also list Lumbini Lions against Chitwan Rhinos on 31 October. The copy shows no result. It should not be called a win or a loss.
Janakpur Bolts vs Lumbini Lions Recent Context
Lumbini Lions won the last meeting in the 2025 NPL. They chased 133 and finished on 136 for 6. Rohit Paudel made 34. Sangeeth Cooray took three wickets for Janakpur Bolts.
That result is past context only. The 2026 teams have changed. Final XIs are not confirmed.
TU International Cricket Ground Pitch Report
The Kirtipur venue has a grass surface. The venue profile calls it balanced. Batters can score after they settle. New-ball bowlers may find movement. Spinners can matter in the middle overs.
These are broad venue notes. They are not a match-day promise. No reliable weather report was confirmed.
Weather And Team News
No verified forecast was used. Check local conditions near the toss.
The team pages list Harmeet Singh as Janakpur Bolts captain. They list Rohit Paudel as Lumbini Lions captain. The final XIs are not confirmed.
Reference Squad Options For Both Teams
These names are reference options only. They are not confirmed playing XIs.
| Janakpur Bolts Options | Lumbini Lions Options |
|---|---|
| Anil Sah (wicketkeeper-batter) | Rohit Paudel (captain) |
| Harmeet Singh | D’Arcy Short |
| Moeen Ali | Niroshan Dickwella |
| James Neesham | Aasif Sheikh |
| Kusal Perera | Grant Stewart |
| Mayan Yadav | Sher Malla |
| Lalit Rajbanshi | Dilip Nath |
| Trit Raj Das | Ruben Trumpelmann |
Player Battles
D’Arcy Short vs Janakpur’s New Ball
Short made 40 from 18 balls in the opener. Janakpur Bolts need early movement to limit him.
Moeen Ali vs The Lumbini Middle Overs
Moeen Ali made 58 in Janakpur’s latest win. Spin and pace changes may test him.
Rohit Paudel vs Janakpur’s Spinners
Paudel made 34 in the last meeting. His calm batting could matter after an early wicket.
Batters And Bowlers To Watch
Janakpur Bolts batter watch: Moeen Ali. He made 58 in the latest win.
Lumbini Lions batter watch: D’Arcy Short. He struck 40 from 18 balls in the opener.
Janakpur Bolts bowler watch: Moeen Ali. He took 3 for 13 against Pokhara Avengers.
Lumbini Lions bowler watch: Sher Malla. He took three wickets for 11 runs.
JKB vs LBL Match Prediction Scenarios
All numbers below are editorial estimates. They are not records or sourced predictions. Player picks depend on the final XI.
Scenario 1: If Lumbini Lions Bat First
| Match Point | Estimate Or Pick |
|---|---|
| Powerplay (First 6 Overs) | Lumbini Lions 45–65 runs, 0–2 wickets |
| Full Innings | Lumbini Lions 150–175 runs |
| Result Pick | Janakpur Bolts to win by 4–6 wickets |
| Top Scorer | D’Arcy Short, if selected |
| Top Wicket Taker | Moeen Ali, if selected |
Janakpur Bolts have shown they can chase. Their bowlers must stop Short early.
Scenario 2: If Janakpur Bolts Bat First
| Match Point | Estimate Or Pick |
|---|---|
| Powerplay (First 6 Overs) | Janakpur Bolts 45–68 runs, 0–2 wickets |
| Full Innings | Janakpur Bolts 150–175 runs |
| Result Pick | Lumbini Lions to win by 5–7 wickets |
| Top Scorer | Moeen Ali, if selected |
| Top Wicket Taker | Sher Malla, if selected |
Lumbini Lions have early-season confidence. Their bowlers must stop Moeen Ali.
Final Match Prediction
Lumbini Lions are our slight pre-toss pick to beat Janakpur Bolts. Their opening win was strong. The last head-to-head also went their way. Janakpur Bolts still have a real chance after beating Kathmandu Gurkhas.
Confidence: Low. The final XIs are unknown. The reviewed Lumbini Lions record is incomplete. A close game can turn on one early wicket.
This is a match prediction only. It is not a betting guarantee. For the latest toss call, visit Today Cricket Toss Prediction.
FAQs
When Is Janakpur Bolts vs Lumbini Lions?
The supplied fixture is set for Thursday, 5 November 2026. The start is 12:15 PM IST or 12:30 PM NPT.
Where Will Janakpur Bolts vs Lumbini Lions Be Played?
The match is listed at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. It is a 20-over match.
Who Is Favoured To Win Janakpur Bolts vs Lumbini Lions?
Lumbini Lions are our slight pre-toss pick. Confidence is low because the final teams are not confirmed.
Are The Playing XIs Confirmed?
No. The playing XIs should be confirmed at the toss. The squad table lists options only.
