Nepal’s women’s cricket team won its first match in the Four-Nation Women’s T20 Tournament by defeating Uganda by one wicket. Uganda batted first, scoring 76 runs, while Nepal chased down the target with a score of 77. Puja Mahato emerged as the top bowler for Nepal with three wickets. The team has upcoming matches against Hong Kong and Namibia, aiming for a spot in the finals.
Nepal’s women’s cricket team achieved a significant milestone by claiming their first victory in the ongoing Four-Nation Women’s T20 Cricket Tournament, defeating the host country, Uganda, by one wicket. This match was Nepal’s second encounter in the tournament, having previously faced a six-wicket loss to Namibia.
In the match against Uganda, the host team batted first and set a target of 76 runs, concluding their innings at 76 for 7 in 20 overs. Nepal successfully pursued this target, finalizing their score at 77 for 9 in 19.5 overs. Notably, Sana Prabin topped Nepal’s scorecard with 17 runs, while team members Puja Mahato and Rubina Chhetri contributed with 16 and 10 runs, respectively.
Puja Mahato also excelled with the ball, taking three wickets, while Captain Indu Verma supported with two wickets. This loss represents Uganda’s first defeat in the tournament, following their earlier win against Hong Kong. The Four-Nation tournament consists of Nepal, Namibia, Hong Kong, and Uganda, with each team engaged in two matches against every other participant.
Nepal’s forthcoming fixtures include matches against Hong Kong on March 10, Namibia on March 12, Uganda again on March 13, and a second meeting with Hong Kong on March 14. At the conclusion of the league stage, the top two teams will qualify for the final.
Nepal’s squad for this tournament comprises Captain Indu Verma, as well as Rubina Chhetri, Puja Mahato, Alisha Kumari Yadav, Sana Prabin, Roma Thapa, Bindu Rawal, Samjhana Khadka, Mamata Chaudhary, Kabita Joshi, Riya Sharma, Rajamati Airee, Rachana Chaudhary, and Ishwori Bista.
Nepal’s women’s team showcased resilience and skill by securing their first victory in the ongoing T20 tournament against Uganda. With key contributions from batters and bowlers alike, the team is poised for their upcoming matches. Their squad is well-prepared, having a mix of experienced players and talents. The focus now shifts to their remaining fixtures, as they strive to advance to the final of this exciting tournament.
Original Source: thehimalayantimes.com
