Nepal fail Hong Kong test at ACC Men’s Premier Cup, once again
Summary
Nepal suffered a 15-run defeat to Hong Kong in their ACC Men’s Premier Cup group match after chasing 261/7 and finishing at 246 in 49.1 overs. Despite the loss, Nepal and Hong Kong both advanced to the next stage, with Nepal set to face Oman in the semifinal.
Key Points
- Hong Kong posted 261/7, led by Babar Hayat’s unbeaten 117 off 126 balls.
- Nepal fell short in reply, despite a fighting 90 from Ishan Pandey, and were dismissed for 246 in 49.1 overs.
- Sandeep Lamichhane took four wickets but his earlier confidence about chasing big totals did not hold up.
- Nepal and Hong Kong both advanced, while Nepal next face Oman in the semifinal.
