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In a highly anticipated showdown at Buffalo Park, East London, South Africa, the Nepalese U19 cricket team is gearing up for a fierce battle against Pakistan U19 in their second match of the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2024. After a setback against New Zealand in the tournament opener, Nepal is eager to turn the tide and upset Pakistan, a formidable contender in the competition.
Crucial Details:
Date: January 24 (Wednesday)
Time: 1:45 PM (NST)
Venue: Buffalo Park, East London, South Africa
Live coverage: ICC.tv
Head-to-Head History:
Nepal and Pakistan have crossed paths thrice in the U19 World Cup, with each team securing a victory and one match ending in no result. The encounter in 2000 was washed out, but in 2002, Nepal emerged victorious with a 30-run win, thanks to Bardan Chalise's standout performance. However, in 2016, Pakistan gained the upper hand with a 122-run triumph.
Review of First Matches:
Nepal faced a 64-run defeat against New Zealand, with fielding lapses and missed catches contributing to their loss. Arjun Kumal's brilliant innings and the late-order resistance were the silver linings for Nepal. On the other hand, Pakistan showcased dominance, securing a commanding 181-run win against Afghanistan by scoring 284 runs and dismissing the opposition for 103 runs.
Weather Forecast:
The weather report suggests minimal chances of rain interruptions, with an average temperature of 24°C. The humidity stands at 67%, accompanied by a wind flow of 29 km/h.
Key Players from Pakistan U19:
Mohammad Zeeshan
– The tall fast bowler poses a threat to Nepal's top order.
Shahzaib Khan
– The in-form left-handed opener could be a headache for the Nepalese team.
Key Players from Nepal U19:
Arjun Kumal: Batting Dynamo
– Despite Nepal's defeat, Arjun Kumal's brilliant innings against New Zealand showcased his commanding batting skills. A key asset in challenging situations, Kumal is poised to lead Nepal's charge for redemption.
Gulshan Jha: Bowling Ace
– Gulshan Jha, Nepal's rising bowling sensation, is the potential trump card against Pakistan. Known for troubling batsmen with swing, Jha's knack for crucial breakthroughs could be decisive, putting pressure on Pakistan's batting lineup.
Playing XI:
Nepal's Squad:
- Dev Khanal (c)
- Dipesh Kandel
- Gulshan Jha
- Durgesh Gupta
- Subash Bhandari
- Aakash Tripathi
- Arjun Kumal
- Deepak Bohara
- Uttam Thapa Magar (wk)
- Dipak Dumre
- Aakash Chand
- Bishal KC
- Tilak Raj Bhandari
- Bipin Rawal (wk)
- Dipak Bohara
Pakistan's Squad:
- Saad Baig (C and WC)
- Ali Asfand (VC)
- Ali Raza
- Ahmad Hassan
- Amir Hassan
- Arafat Minhas
- Azan Awais
- Haroon Arshad
- Khubaib Khalil
- Mohammad Zeeshan
- Naveed Ahmed Khan
- Shahzaib Khan
- Shamyl Hussain
- Muhammad Riazullah
- Ubaid Shah