Nepal achieved a thrilling one-wicket victory over Uganda in the Women’s T20 Cup, successfully chasing down a target of 75 runs. Key performances included Sana Praveen’s top score of 17 runs and essential contributions from lower-order batters. The next matches are scheduled against Hong Kong and Namibia as Nepal seeks to progress in the tournament.
Nepal triumphed over Uganda by a nail-biting one wicket in a gripping match at the Four-Nation Women’s T20 Cup in Uganda. The victory came when Nepal successfully chased down Uganda’s total on the very last ball, showcasing the drama typical of T20 cricket.
Opting to bowl first after winning the toss, Nepal restricted Uganda to a mere 75 runs. In their innings, Nepal faced significant challenges yet managed to reach 76 runs for 9 wickets, clinching the victory with just one wicket to spare.
Sana Praveen led Nepal’s batting with 17 runs, supported by Puja Mahato’s 16 runs. However, the batting line-up struggled; notably, captain Indu Barma only scored 6 runs before being run out. Other batters like Samjhana Khadka and Kabita Joshi contributed minimally, making the chase more difficult.
Despite the lower order’s struggles, Riya Sharma and Ishwari Bista played crucial roles in guiding Nepal to victory with their calm approach under pressure.
On the bowling side, Uganda’s Janet Mbabazi stood out, capturing three wickets, while teammate Sarah Walaza added two to her tally. Nepal will face Hong Kong on March 10 and 14, Namibia on March 12, and will encounter Uganda again on March 13, as the competition progresses in a double round-robin format.
Nepal’s victory over Uganda highlights their resilience and capability in the Women’s T20 Cup, maintaining their pursuit for the tournament championship. With challenging upcoming matches, they must continue to build on this narrow win to secure a spot in the final.
Original Source: kathmandupost.com
