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.
- Sandeep Lamichhane took two wickets
- Sompal Kami, Arif Sheikh, and Dipendra Singh Airee claimed one wicket each
Nepal will play their second match on Thursday against the UAE, followed by another clash with the USA on Saturday.
After 16 matches in the League 2 standings, Nepal sit seventh with 12 points, while the UAE are at the bottom with six points and the USA stand second with 28 points.
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Author's summary: Nepal needs 263 runs to win their League 2 opener.