KATHMANDU: Nepal is gearing up for its Super Six stage debut against Bangladesh in the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup on Wednesday.
After a thrilling one-wicket victory against Afghanistan in the group stage, Nepal is determined to make an impact in the Super Six, despite previous defeats against New Zealand and Pakistan.
Key Players to Watch
Nepal:
Dev Khanal (c): The skipper, well-known among fans for his senior team appearances, is expected to lead from the front.
Gulshan Jha: Another familiar face in Nepali cricket, Jha’s experience will be crucial for the team.
Arjun Kumal: Impressively performing in warm-up matches and the ACC U19 Asia Cup, Kumal is poised to make a mark with the bat.
Durgesh Gupta: A talented left-arm seamer who has showcased his skills in junior domestic cricket.
Nepal Squad: Dev Khanal (c), Arjun Kumal, Aakash Tripathi, Dipak Prasad Dumre, Durgesh Gupta, Gulshan Kumar Jha, Dipesh Prasad Kandel, Bishal Bikram KC, Subhash Bhandari, Deepak Bohara, Dipak Bohara, Uttam Rangu Thapa Macar, Bipin Rawal, Tilak Raj Bhandari, Akash Chand.
Key Players to Watch
Bangladesh:
Mahfuzur Rahman Rabby (Captain): Leading the team, Rabby is expected to bring his leadership skills to the fore.
Ashiqur Rahaman Shibli: The star performer at the ACC U19 Asia Cup, Shibli is a prolific run-scorer with two centuries and two fifties.
Maruf Mridha: A consistent left-arm seamer, Mridha’s performance, especially his Player of the Match effort against India, makes him a player to watch.
Bangladesh Squad: Mahfuzur Rahman Rabby (Captain), Ashiqur Rahaman Shibli, Jishan Alam, Chowdhury Md Rizwan, Adil Bin Siddik, Mohammad Ashrafuzzaman Boranno, Ariful Islam, Shihab James, Ahrar Amin (Vice Captain), Sheikh Parvez Jibon, Rafi Uzzaman Rafi, Rohanat Doullah Borson, Iqbal Hasan Emon, Wasi Siddiquee, Maruf Mridha.
Super Six Format
In the Super Six stage, each team will face opponents from the corresponding group who finished in a different position. The top two teams from each Super Six group will advance to the semi-finals scheduled for February 6 and 8, with the final set for February 11, all to be held in Benoni.
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