Under the Lights, Under Pressure: How Dropped Catches Shaped NPL Season Two
The Nepal Premier League (NPL) season two saw a significant increase in dropped catches, with 85 across 32 matches, nearly double the previous season's total. This alarming rate has been attributed partly to players experiencing floodlight conditions for the first time. While catching efficiency dropped to 76.2% this season from 80% last year, it remains comparable to recent IPL seasons. Bowlers like Maaz Sadaqat and Abhishesh Gautam were most affected by poor catching support, while batters such as Mark Watt and D’Arcy Short capitalized on dropped chances.
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