Team Nepal geared up for historical ODI challenge
The much -anticipated Triangular Twenty20 series featuring MMC, the Netherlands and Nepal came to a disappointing end at Lord’s cricket ground in England. Heavy rain played havoc with the series ruining a day of absorbing and exciting cricket. The umpires called off the finale between the Netherlands and Nepal following a heavy downpour,much to the chagrin of Nepali fans who turned up in big numbers. Although the result of the match was inconclusive,both the Netherlands and Nepal were declared joint winners of the Triangular series. In fact, the rain also affected the two matches played early on the day. The rain delayed matches had been reduced to six overs. In both matches, MCC lost to the Netherlands and Nepal. Nepali bowlers did well to restrict the opposition to under 40 runs. Right-arm fast-medium pacer Sompal Kami impressed,picking up two wickets,while veteran Shakti Gauchan on the verge of retirement got one. Chasing a paltry to...