Netherlands beat Nepal by two runs in thrilling T20 WC qualifier clash

Summary

The Netherlands edged out Nepal by two runs in a thrilling Women's T20 World Cup Qualifier match at Kirtipur, with a final score of 140-138.

Key Points
  • The Netherlands scored 140 for 5 batting first at the TU International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur.
  • Babette de Leede top-scored for the Netherlands with 49 runs, supported by Sterre Kalis and Robine Rijke.
  • Nepal's chase saw early wickets fall, with Rubina Chhetry scoring an unbeaten 37 and Sita Rana Magar adding 27 runs.
  • Nepal fell short by two runs, finishing at 138 for 7, with Isabel van der Woning taking 3 wickets for the Netherlands.
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