Kathmandu: Today, Nepal faces Afghanistan in a crucial match of the ICC U-19 World Cup at the Buffalo Park Cricket Ground in East London, South Africa, at 1:45 PM. With both teams experiencing defeats in their first two matches, this encounter becomes a virtual knockout situation.
Nepal, positioned in Group D, suffered a 64-run loss against New Zealand and a five-wicket defeat against Pakistan. The pressure is on, as a win is crucial for Nepal to progress to the next stage. Afghanistan is equally determined to secure victory and advance to the subsequent round.
In Group D, Pakistan and New Zealand have already secured two consecutive victories, earning them four points each and a spot in the Super Six.Nepal and Afghanistan, however, find themselves without points. The winner of today’s clash will secure a coveted place in the next round.
The 15th edition of the U-19 World Cup in South Africa features 16 nations divided into four groups. Nepal is part of Group ‘D,’ alongside Pakistan, Afghanistan, and New Zealand.The top three teams from each group will progress to the next stage, where 12 countries will be divided into two groups for the Super Six matches.
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