KATHMANDU: The ICC Cricket World Cup League-2 (2023-2027) witnesses a gripping encounter between Namibia and Nepal at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground.
In a crucial match set to unfold in Kirtipur, Namibia has won the toss and elected to bowl first against Nepal.
Nepal, fueled by the desire to avenge their previous defeat against Namibia by 4 wickets in the initial match at Kirtipur, enters the fray with heightened determination.
Having secured a resounding 9-wicket triumph over the Netherlands in their last outing, Nepal’s confidence is sky-high as they take on Namibia at the TU Cricket Ground today.
The match, scheduled to commence at 9:30 am, holds significant importance in the ongoing series hosted in Kathmandu, serving as a pivotal stage in the selection process for the 2027 Cricket World Cup.
The ICC has introduced a similar qualification format in the preceding cycle (2019-2023) to determine the teams advancing to the Cricket World Cup.
Among the participating nations in League-2, such as Nepal, Netherlands, Namibia, Canada, Oman, Scotland, UAE, and America, the top 4 teams will clinch berths in the World Cup qualifiers.
Meanwhile, the remaining four countries will strive to stake their claim for a coveted spot in the prestigious Cricket World Cup.
With Namibia and Netherlands touring Nepal, the cricketing fraternity eagerly awaits the outcome of this clash, anticipating the unfolding drama in the pursuit of World Cup glory.
Nepal’s playing eleven:
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