Nepal continues its strong performance in the SMS Friendship T-20 Cup Cricket tournament in India, aiming to secure a spot in Sunday’s final against Gujarat. Today’s match against Baroda starts at 2:45 p.m.
Nepal has already reached the final with three consecutive wins. Baroda, however, has been eliminated after losing their first three matches.
Nepal’s previous victory over Baroda saw a 27-run win, with Baroda bowled out for 129 while chasing 157. Key Baroda players to watch include Baba Khan, Bhanu Pania, and captain Visshu Solanki.
Nepal may opt to give bench players Lalit Rajbanshi and Akash Chand a chance in today’s match. They previously rested Karan KC and Dipendra Singh Airee.
This tournament serves as crucial preparation for Nepal ahead of the ACC Premier Cup T20 in Oman next week. The Premier Cup winner qualifies for the Asia Cup following the T20 World Cup. Nepal will travel directly to Oman from India to compete.
