KATHMANDU:  Chitwan Rhinos chose to bat first after winning the toss and made two changes, bringing in Amar Singh Rautela and iconic player Saugat Dhakal for Deepak Bohora and Rijen Dhakal.

The team, often reliant on foreign players, has had a mixed run with two wins and two losses. Janakpur Bolts also made two changes, adding Anil Sah and Sachin Bhatt.

After four consecutive defeats, Janakpur must win to remain in the playoff race, while a Chitwan victory would put them in a strong qualifying position.