Nepal’s cricketers sent a jolt through the cricketing world with a heart-stopping victory over West Indies A in the opening T20 match at Kirtipur’s TU Cricket Ground. Skipper Rohit Kumar Paudel’s magnificent century (112 off 54) spearheaded Nepal’s chase of a daunting 205-run target, securing a 4-wicket win with just two balls remaining.

Chasing a seemingly imposing total, Paudel displayed a masterclass in controlled aggression. With 10 boundaries and a towering six, his knock formed the bedrock of Nepal’s pursuit. Dipendra Singh Airee’s gritty 24-run knock provided crucial support, while contributions from Kushal Malla and Kushal Bhurtel further bolstered the batting effort.

The 64-run partnership between Paudel and Dipendra for the fourth wicket epitomized Nepal’s batting depth. The hosts faced a potent West Indies bowling attack, with Matthew Ford and Obed McCoy picking up two wickets. However, Nepal’s batsmen displayed remarkable composure to navigate the challenge and ultimately cross the finish line.

Earlier, Nepal’s bowlers showcased their capabilities by restricting the West Indies A to 205 runs. Kamal Singh Airee, Rohit Kumar Paudel, Abhinash Bohora, and Dipendra Singh Airee snagged crucial wickets to keep the Windies in check.

This victory is a massive confidence booster for Nepal as they gear up for the ICC Twenty20 World Cup. With a series in India looming large, the win against West Indies A is a powerful statement of Nepal’s burgeoning cricketing prowess on the international stage. The win will undoubtedly send shivers down the spines of their upcoming opponents as Nepal prepares to continue their T20 rampage.