Today, Nepal is all set to kick off the triangular T20I series by facing the host team, Hong Kong. The match is scheduled to start at 11:15AM Nepali time at Mong Kok. It’s an exciting opportunity for both teams to showcase their skills and compete in this thrilling tournament.
The triangular T20I series features three teams: Nepal, Papua New Guinea, and Hong Kong. However, Nepal’s squad for this series will be missing some key players like Dipendra Singh Airee, Kushal Malla, Asif Sheikh, and Sompal Kami. Despite their absence, the team is determined to give their best and make their mark in the tournament.
In their previous encounter, Nepal faced a defeat against Hong Kong by 73 runs in the Friendship Cup’s match on Saturday. Although it was a tough loss, the team has learned from their mistakes and is ready to bounce back with renewed energy and determination. They will be looking to turn the tables and put up a strong fight in today’s match.
Hong Kong capitalized on batting first against Nepal, amassing a total of 212 runs. Babar Hayat’s explosive innings of 110 runs off just 49 balls, including 3 fours and 13 sixes, was a standout performance. Martin Coetzee also chipped in with 31 runs from 21 balls. The duo of Babar and Martin poses a significant threat with the bat, making it crucial for Nepal to dismiss them early.
Nizakat Khan and Anshuman Rath add further depth to Hong Kong’s batting lineup, while Aizaz Khan and Ehsan Khan have proven to be the primary wicket-takers in previous matches. Nepal’s batting heavily relies on key players like Kushal Bhurtel, Binod Bhandari, and Rohit Poudel to deliver substantial innings. Karan KC is set to replace Rashid Khan in the upcoming match, with Bibek Yadav and Sandeep Jora looking to make amends after being dismissed cheaply in the first encounter.