Nepal’s women’s cricket team won their first match in the Four-Nation Women’s T20 Cricket Tournament by defeating Uganda by one wicket. After a loss to Namibia, Nepal chased down Uganda’s score of 76, with Sana Prabin being the top scorer. Puja Mahato excelled as a bowler with three wickets. Upcoming matches include fixtures against Hong Kong and Namibia.
Nepal’s women’s cricket team achieved its inaugural victory in the Four-Nation Women’s T20 Cricket Tournament held in Uganda, overcoming the host team by one wicket in their second match. Previously, Nepal faced a six-wicket loss to Namibia.
Uganda batted first and set a modest target of 76 runs, concluding their innings at 76/7 after 20 overs. Nepal successfully chased down the target, scoring 77/9 in 19.5 overs to clinch the win. The standout performer for Nepal was Sana Prabin, who scored 17 runs, while Puja Mahato and Rubina Chhetri added 16 and 10 runs, respectively.
In the bowling front, Puja Mahato was exceptional, taking three wickets, while team Captain Indu Verma contributed with two wickets. This match represented Uganda’s first loss in the tournament after they had previously claimed victory against Hong Kong.
The tournament features four teams: Nepal, Namibia, Hong Kong, and host Uganda, with each team set to play against every other team twice. Nepal’s upcoming fixtures include matches against Hong Kong on March 10, Namibia on March 12, Uganda on March 13, and another against Hong Kong on March 14. The top two teams at the conclusion of the league stage will secure a place in the final.
Nepal’s squad is composed of key players including Captain Indu Verma, Rubina Chhetri, Puja Mahato, and others, showcasing a diverse range of talent such as Alisha Kumari Yadav, Sana Prabin, and Riya Sharma, among others.
Nepal’s women’s cricket team marked a significant achievement by defeating Uganda in their second match of the Four-Nation Women’s T20 Cricket Tournament. With a successful chase, notable contributions from both batsmen and bowlers, and a robust squad, Nepal is poised for their upcoming matches. The focus remains on advancing to the finals following their promising start in the tournament.
Original Source: thehimalayantimes.com
