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ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup: Nepal choose to bat first against Scotland
Both teams are looking to secure their first victory in the tournament after losing their opening matches.
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Published at : January 20, 2025
Updated at : January 20, 2025 13:09
Kathmandu
Nepal are batting first against Scotland in their second match of the ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup at the UKM Oval Cricket Ground, Malaysia on Monday.
Captain Puja Mahato won the toss and elected to bat first. Both teams are looking to secure their first victory in the tournament after losing their opening matches.
Nepal suffered a five-wicket loss to Bangladesh in their opener, while Scotland were defeated by nine wickets against Australia.
Nepal’s playing XI includes Puja Mahato, Sana Pravin, Sabitra Dhami, Riya Sharma, Alisha Kumari Yadav, Krishma Gurung, Kiran Kumari Kunwar, Jyotsnika Marasini, Simana KC, Rachana Chaudhary, and Anu Kadayat.
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