Canada Triumphs Over Nepal by 103 Runs in Match 26
Canada’s Comprehensive Victory Over Nepal
In a commanding performance during Match 26 of the ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27, Canada defeated Nepal by a significant margin of 103 runs. Captain Nicholas Kirton played a pivotal role, scoring an unbeaten 73 from just 44 balls. His innings, highlighted by six sixes, helped Canada set a formidable total of 253/8. Dillon Heyliger also contributed significantly, not only with the bat, adding a quick 30 but also with the ball, taking 5-34. Nepal, despite some late resistance, was dismissed for 150 in 41 overs, falling short by a substantial margin.
Canada’s Innings Breakdown
Canada, opting to bat first, faced a cautious start. Opener Navneet Shaliwal anchored the innings with a crucial partnership of 42 runs with Pargat Singh and another of 54 runs with Harsh Thaker. Although Shaliwal fell short of a half-century by just two runs, Kirton’s aggressive play took over. After losing two quick wickets, Kirton and Heyliger added 39 runs in a stand, with Heyliger accelerating the scoring against Sandeep Lamichhane. The final ten overs saw Canada score 104 runs, with Kirton contributing 52 runs in just 22 balls.
Nepal’s Struggle Against Canada’s Bowling
Nepal’s response was hampered by Canada’s effective bowling. Heyliger dismantled Nepal’s top-order, capturing three wickets early on to leave them reeling at 51/4 within 15 overs. Nepal’s innings continued to falter as they reached 80/7 by the 30th over. Ansh Patel claimed two wickets, and although Sandeep Lamichhane and Karan KC offered some resistance, Nepal’s innings came to an end at 150, with Karan KC being the top-scorer for Nepal with 27 runs.
USA Overcomes Namibia with Monank Patel and Sai Mukkamalla Leading the Charge
USA’s Successful Chase Against Namibia
In Match 25, the USA achieved a convincing six-wicket victory over Namibia, chasing down a total of 199. USA captain Monank Patel and Sai Mukkamalla were instrumental in this win, forming a crucial 106-run partnership. Patel scored 72 off 82 balls, while Mukkamalla remained unbeaten with 59 from 71 deliveries. The USA wrapped up the chase in the 42nd over, showcasing their batting prowess after a disciplined bowling performance earlier in the day.
Namibia’s Batting Performance and USA’s Bowling Excellence
Namibia’s innings struggled from the start, with the USA bowlers, particularly Saurabh Netravalkar, putting them on the back foot. Netravalkar’s disciplined bowling, including two maidens in his first three overs, and Juanoy Drysdale’s early breakthroughs left Namibia at 19/2. Veteran Jan Frylink and captain Gerhard Erasmus attempted to stabilize the innings with a 75-run partnership, but the middle order failed to capitalize. Frylink’s fighting 70 off 88 balls was not enough as the USA bowlers, including Jasdeep Singh and Milind Kumar, kept Namibia under pressure.
USA’s Successful Run Chase
The USA’s chase began cautiously, mirroring Namibia’s approach. Smit Patel and Sushant Modani initially struggled, but Modani’s aggressive play helped shift momentum. His two sixes against Bernard Scholtz and an aggressive partnership with Monank Patel set the tone for the chase. Patel and Mukkamalla’s solid batting ensured that the USA reached the target comfortably, with Mukkamalla and Shayan Jahangir securing the win without further trouble.
