Nepal Face 263-Run Chase in League 2 Opener
Nepal have been given a target of 263 runs by the United States in their opening match of the ICC World Cup League 2 tri-series.
After winning the toss and opting to field first at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, the United States scored 262 for six in the allotted 50 overs.
For the USA, Smit Patel led the innings with a fine 75 off 100 balls, striking nine boundaries before being run out.
- Nepal’s bowlers put in a disciplined effort, with Sandeep Lamichhane taking two wickets.
Nepal sit seventh with 12 points, having won five games, lost nine, and shared points in two after 16 matches in the League 2 standings.
The UAE are at the bottom with six points from 16 games, while the USA stand second on 28 points with 14 wins from 20 matches.
Nepal will play their second match on Thursday against the UAE, followed by another clash with the USA on Saturday.
Author summary: Nepal need 263 runs to win.
Nepal will play their next matches on Thursday and Saturday.
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