Nepal defeated Hong Kong by six wickets in the Women’s T20 Quadrangular Series, eliminating Hong Kong from the finals. The loss means Hong Kong awaits results from Uganda’s match against Namibia to determine their qualification. Nepal’s Samjhana Khadka excelled in the match, and both teams will meet again on March 16 for third place, with significant implications for their series performance.
Nepal and Hong Kong will face each other in a decisive match for third place in the Women’s T20 Quadrangular Series. This follows Nepal’s recent victory over Hong Kong by six wickets in their final league-stage match, played at the Entebbe Cricket Oval in Uganda. Originally, Hong Kong needed to win this match to secure a spot in the final, but their loss has forced them to depend on the results of the final league game between Uganda and Namibia.
During the match, Hong Kong’s captain Natasha Miles commented, “If luck goes our way and we get to the finals, that’s great for us. But we should play to win.” Unfortunately for Hong Kong, their hopes were dashed as Uganda defeated Namibia, and despite similar points, Namibia’s net run rate remained superior to Hong Kong’s, eliminating them from final contention.
In terms of performance, Nepali opener Samjhana Khadka, who was named player of the match, fell just three runs short of a half-century. Meanwhile, Hong Kong’s Shanzeen Shahzad scored her first half-century of the tournament, but this wasn’t enough to secure a win for her team. Nepal’s bowling was effective, with Rajmati Airee taking three wickets, followed by Indu Barma with two, and a wicket each for Puja Mahato and Ishwari Bist.
Previously, on March 10, Nepal lost to Hong Kong in their first encounter of the series. However, they made a strong comeback in the recent match. The third-place match on March 16 will also be significant, acting as the final contest in their best-of-three setup.
The upcoming match between Nepal and Hong Kong on March 16 will be crucial for both teams as they compete for third place in the Women’s T20 Quadrangular Series. Nepal’s recent performance showcases their ability to rebound after an earlier loss, highlighted by key player contributions and improved bowling. Hong Kong, despite a challenging position, aims for a strong finish, emphasizing the competitive nature of the series.
Original Source: kathmandupost.com
