Janakpur Bolts is a professional cricket franchise team based in Janakpur, Madhesh Province, that competes in the Nepal Premier League (NPL), Nepal’s top T20 cricket tournament. Owned by Dream Sports Pvt. Ltd., the franchise represents Janakpur on the national stage and plays its home matches at the Shree Ram Janaki International Cricket Stadium. With a squad that combines talented Nepali cricketers and international stars, Janakpur Bolts has quickly built a reputation as one of the strongest and most exciting cricket teams in Nepal.
The team made history by winning the inaugural Nepal Premier League title in 2024, defeating Sudurpashchim Royals by five wickets in the final. Key players such as Lahiru Milantha, Aasif Sheikh, Anil Sah, and international all-rounder James Neesham played crucial roles in securing this championship. The victory not only cemented Janakpur Bolts as a powerhouse in Nepali cricket but also attracted a growing fan base, making them one of the most followed NPL franchises and a symbol of Janakpur’s rising prominence in the sports scene.
