Nepal to Face New Zealand in U-19 Cricket World Cup Opener

In exciting cricket news, Nepal’s Under-19 cricket team is gearing up for the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup scheduled to kick off on January 13, 2024. The first match will see Nepal facing off against New Zealand in what promises to be an epic showdown.

Nepal’s young talents will be put to the test again on January 17 when they go head-to-head against Pakistan in their second match. The final match of the group stage for Nepal will take place on January 20, where they’ll lock horns with Afghanistan, completing their group stage journey.

This prestigious cricketing event is set to take place in Sri Lanka and will run from January 13 to February 4, 2024. A total of 16 countries from around the world will be participating in the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup. These teams have been divided into four groups.

Nepal finds itself in Group ‘D,’ along with cricketing powerhouses New Zealand, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. Group ‘A’ boasts former champions India, along with Bangladesh, Ireland, and America.

Furthermore, Group ‘B’ comprises England, South Africa, West Indies, and Scotland. The stage is set for an incredible tournament, where young cricketing talents from across the globe will battle it out for glory and recognition. Cricket enthusiasts worldwide eagerly await this thrilling sporting event.