Sandeep returns as captain with Nepal’s ODI future at stake
Summary
Sandeep Lamichhane has been appointed Nepal’s new ODI captain as the team prepares for the ACC Premier Cup in Malaysia, with Asia Cup qualification and ODI status both hanging in the balance. Nepal must deliver strong results in its remaining League-2 matches to avoid a tougher qualification path.
Key Points
- CAN has appointed Sandeep Lamichhane as Nepal’s new ODI captain ahead of the ACC Premier Cup in Malaysia.
- Nepal’s route to the Asia Cup and its ODI status now depends on results in the Premier Cup and the remaining League-2 matches.
- Sandeep returns to leadership after past captaincy, legal controversy, and a period of inconsistent form.
- Nepal must perform strongly in Oman and elsewhere to avoid slipping into the Qualifier Play-off route.
