In the Asian Games women’s cricket qualifier semifinal, Nepal has set Malaysia a target of 127 runs to win. Winning the toss, Nepal opted to bat first and scored 126 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in their allotted 20 overs, led by an unbeaten 46 runs from captain Indu Barma. A victory in this match will secure Nepal’s spot in the Asian Games. Thailand has already reached the final, ensuring their qualification for the Asian Games. Kathmandu, 30 May.
Nepal posted 126 runs for 6 wickets at the Biomass Oval against Malaysia in the 20-over match. Captain Indu Barma top-scored with an unbeaten 46, commanding attention throughout the innings. Kavita Kunwar contributed 33 runs off just 15 balls. Nepal found themselves at 92 for 5 in the 18th over but added 34 crucial runs in the last two overs. For Malaysia, Winifred Duraisingam took 2 wickets, while Aisa Alisa and Mahira Ejati claimed one wicket each. A win here would see Nepal qualify for the Asian Games.
In the other semifinal, Thailand defeated China to reach the final and have secured their place in the Asian Games. Even if Nepal loses this match, they still have a chance to qualify by defeating China in the third-place playoff.
