In a rain-affected match at Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas, the Netherlands emerged victorious over Nepal by six wickets, with eight balls to spare.
Nepal’s Innings
Opting to bowl first, the Dutch quickly dismissed Nepal for 106 in 19.2 overs. Captain Rohit Paudel was the standout performer for Nepal, scoring 35 runs off 37 balls. Despite his efforts, Nepal struggled to build momentum on a pitch favoring fast bowlers.
Dutch Bowlers Dominate
Tim Pringle and Logan van Beek were instrumental in Nepal’s downfall. Pringle took 3-20 in his four overs, while van Beek claimed 3-18 in 3.2 overs. Their combined efforts ensured that Nepal lost wickets at regular intervals, preventing them from posting a competitive total.
Netherlands’ Chase
In response, Dutch opener Max O’Dowd anchored the innings with an unbeaten 54 off 48 balls, guiding his team to 109-4 in 18.4 overs. Despite a few setbacks, including the loss of their captain Scott Edwards (5), the Netherlands managed to secure victory.
Key Partnerships
Sompal Kami, Dipendra Singh Airee, and Abinash Bohara each took a wicket, giving Nepal a glimmer of hope when the Netherlands were reduced to 80-4 in the 16th over. However, a crucial 29-run partnership between O’Dowd and Bas de Leede (11 not out) sealed the win for the Dutch.
Upcoming Matches
The day’s action continues with India facing Ireland in New York, Australia playing Oman in Bridgetown, Barbados, and Papua New Guinea taking on Uganda in Providence, Guyana.
This thrilling match showcased the Netherlands’ resilience and skill, setting the stage for more exciting encounters in the tournament.
