Nepal Secures Series Victory with Dominant Win over Ireland Wolves
In a thrilling conclusion to the Ireland Wolves tour of Nepal, the home team delivered a spectacular performance, defeating the visitors by 71 runs in the final T20 clash at the TU Cricket Ground in Kirtipur on Tuesday.
Opting to bat first after winning the toss, Nepal showcased exceptional batting prowess, setting a formidable target of 199 runs for the Ireland Wolves. Despite an early setback with the loss of opener Aasif Sheikh, contributions from Kushal Bhurtel (25), Gulsan Jha (46), skipper Rohit Paudel (33), and Kushal Malla (34) propelled the Rhinos to a commanding total of 198-7.
Ireland Wolves, led by Ross Adair and Stephen Doheny, commenced their run chase with determination. However, they struggled to maintain momentum as Nepal’s bowlers tightened their grip on the game. Despite valiant efforts from Cade Carmichael, Morgan Topping, and Neil Rock, the visitors faltered, managing only 127 runs before being bowled out in 18.3 overs.
Sompal Kami’s remarkable hat trick in the 19th over and Kushal Malla’s three wickets sealed Nepal’s victory, securing a series win following their triumph in the first T20 clash on Monday.
With this emphatic win, Nepal has not only clinched the T20 series but also reaffirmed their prowess in the cricketing arena, leaving fans thrilled and proud of their team’s stellar performance.
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