Nepal’s cricket team just made the nation proud with a remarkable victory against Maldives in the ACC Women’s Premier Cup held in Malaysia. It was an absolute nail-biter, with Nepal chasing down a target of 228 runs set by Maldives and restricting them to just 213 runs in 13.5 overs. Talk about an epic win!
The match showcased some outstanding performances, especially from Nepal’s star batters, Rubina Chhetry and Puja Mahato. Rubina, the former captain, not only shined with the bat but also proved her mettle with the ball, claiming three crucial wickets while giving away only two runs. Now, that’s what you call an all-round performance!
Speaking of batting prowess, Rubina’s unbeaten century was the highlight of Nepal’s innings. Can you imagine scoring 118 runs in a T20 match? That’s some serious skill! And Puja Mahato wasn’t far behind, contributing a solid 59 runs to Nepal’s total score of 227 runs in 20 overs. Together, they formed a formidable partnership of 166 runs, guiding Nepal to a commanding position.
What’s even more incredible is that Rubina’s century not only secured the win but also etched her name in history as the first Nepali female cricketer to achieve this milestone in international cricket. It’s a moment every cricket fan in Nepal will cherish!
With this victory, Nepal is now leading Group D with 6 points from three matches, securing their spot in the quarterfinals. And guess who they’ll be facing next? None other than Kuwait, the runner-up of Group A. It’s going to be an exciting clash for sure!
But the journey doesn’t end there. Nepal’s stellar performance has set the stage for some potentially thrilling encounters with teams like Hong Kong in the semi-finals or finals of the Women’s T20 Asia Cup.
13th Feb 2024
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