Nepal exits Asian Games after cricket quarter-final washed out
Summary
Nepal’s men’s cricket team has exited the Asian Games after its quarter-final against Sri Lanka was cancelled due to persistent rain in Nagoya, Japan. Sri Lanka advanced on tournament rules because it holds the higher T20 international ranking.
Key Points
- Nepal’s Asian Games campaign ended when its scheduled men’s cricket quarter-final against Sri Lanka was washed out by rain.
- Persistent rainfall in Nagoya prevented even the toss from taking place at Korogi Sports Park.
- Sri Lanka advanced to the semi-finals under tournament rules because it is ranked higher than Nepal in T20 internationals.
- Nepal had reached the quarter-finals after beating Afghanistan and sharing points with Japan in the group stage.
