KATHMANDU: Baroda has won the toss and opted to bat first against Nepal in the ongoing SMS Friendship Cup tournament in Vapi, India.

With Nepal securing a spot in the finals, key players including Captain Rohit Poudel, Sompal Kami, Aasif Sheikh, and Abhinash Bohora have been rested for today’s match.

Dipendra Singh Airee will lead the Nepali team in Poudel’s absence, aiming to maintain their winning momentum in the competition.