KATHMANDU: In the second match of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) today, Chitwan Rhinos have set a target of 181 runs for victory against Janakpur Bolts.

Batting first after winning the toss at the Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, Chitwan scored a total of 180 runs for the loss of five wickets in the stipulated 20 overs.

Captain Kushal Malla played a half-century for them. He contributed 72 runs in 41 balls, hitting three fours and seven sixes. Ravi Bopara scored 44 runs in 32 balls, hitting five fours and a six. Hasan Isakhil also contributed 28 and Santosh Karki 14 runs.

For Janakpur, Lalit Rajbanshi took two wickets while Harsh Thakar, Mohammad Mohsin and James Neesam took one wicket each.