JKB vs KNY Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report - NPL 2024, Qualifier 2

JKB vs KNY Dream11 Prediction [Source: @JanakpurBolts, @KarnaliYaks/x.com]

It’s do-or-die time in the Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2024, as the Janakpur Bolts (JKB) clash with the Karnali Yaks (KNY) in Qualifier 2 at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur, on Thursday, December 19. With Sudurpaschim Royals waiting in the wings for the NPL 2024 final, both teams will throw everything but the kitchen sink to keep their title dreams alive.

JKB vs KNY NPL 2024 Preview

The Bolts have had a solid season, finishing second on the table with five wins from seven games. But their performance in Qualifier 1 left a lot to be desired. The top order crumbled like a house of cards, leaving Jimmy Neesham to clean up the mess with a cracking 23-ball 45. Despite his efforts, Janakpur could only manage 139/9, a total that was never going to trouble the Royals.

Their bowling wasn’t much better. While Lalit Rajbanshi and Kishore Mahato picked up a wicket each, they failed to put the brakes on the opposition. Mohammad Mohsin had an off day, and both he and Neesham will need to bring their A-game if the Bolts want to keep their campaign alive.

On the other hand, the Yaks have all the momentum. They finished fourth in the standings but made a strong statement by beating the Chitwan Rhinos in the Eliminator. Their batting lineup fired on all cylinders, with fifties from Jaykishan Kolsawala and William Bosisto, and a blistering 23-ball 46 from Chadwick Walton propelling them to 175/6.

Their bowlers did the rest, with Zeeshan Maqsood leading the charge with three wickets. Sompal Kami and Nandan Yadav chipped in with two wickets each to restrict Chitwan to 154/9. If they can carry this form into the upcoming game, the Yaks will be tough to stop.

JKB vs KNY Head-to-Head Record

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JKB vs KNY Qualifier 1 Weather and Pitch Report

Weather: The weather for the match looks ideal with sunny skies and a comfortable temperature of 20°C with light winds blowing from the WSW at 7 km/h and gusts up to 20 km/h. Humidity sits at 55%, and there’s 0% chance of precipitation, ensuring a clear, uninterrupted game with excellent visibility.

Pitch report: The pitch at Kirtipur is as balanced as it gets, offering something for both batters and bowlers. Pacers and spinners alike will find a bit of help, but it’s the team that adapts better to the conditions that will come out on top. With a score of 160+ being competitive, teams will prefer chasing and the captain winning the toss is likely to field first.

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JKB vs KNY NPL 2024 Captain and Vice-captain

JKB vs KNY NPL 2024 Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

JKB vs KNY NPL 2024: Dream11 Team 1 [Source: @Dream11 App]

Wicketkeeper: Chadwick Walton, Lahiru Milantha
Batters: Anil Kumar Sah, Shubh Kansakar
All-rounders: William Bosisto, Zeeshan Maqsood, Harsh Thaker, Jimmy Neesham
Bowlers: Lalit Rajbanshi, Bipin Prasad Sharma, Sompal Kami

Captain: Chadwick Walton
Vice-captain: Harsh Thaker

JKB vs KNY NPL 2024 Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues

JKB vs KNY NPL 2024: Dream11 Team 2 [Source: @Dream11 App]

Wicketkeeper: Chadwick Walton, Lahiru Milantha
Batters: Anil Kumar Sah, Dev Khanal
All-rounders: William Bosisto, Zeeshan Maqsood, Harsh Thaker, Jimmy Neesham
Bowlers: Lalit Rajbanshi, Nandan Yadav, Sompal Kami

Captain: Jimmy Neesham
Vice-captain: Zeeshan Maqsood

JKB vs KNY NPL 2024 Expert Advice

Given the playing conditions and the expected team combinations of the two sides, a 2-2-4-3 will be ideal for the game.

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