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‘The Focus is on Them’: Nepal Captain’s Confident Statement Ahead of T20 World Cup Match Against Sri Lanka
Nepal’s skipper, Rohit Paudel, is fully aware of the formidable challenge awaiting his team as they prepare to face Sri Lanka. Despite the tough opposition, Paudel exudes confidence in his team’s capabilities to emerge victorious. He believes that Sri Lanka will be feeling the pressure when they come up against Nepal’s spirited lineup.
The ongoing tournament has already witnessed several upsets, with Associate teams triumphing over full members. These results have only strengthened the resolve of the young Nepal captain, who sees this as an opportunity for his team to make a significant impact. Paudel is optimistic that Nepal can add to the list of upsets by defeating Sri Lanka in Lauderhill, Florida, on June 11.
This match holds immense significance for both teams, but especially for Sri Lanka, who are currently struggling after losses to South Africa and Bangladesh in the group stage. In contrast, Nepal sees this as a chance to shine on the international stage and make their mark against a traditionally strong cricketing nation.
“We believe that if we respect the conditions and showcase our skills, we can defeat any team. The team is very confident for tomorrow’s match. This tournament has seen many ups and downs,” Paudel stated confidently.
“The team believes that the pressure is on the Test-playing nation more than on us. We will use this pressure to our advantage, create it, and aim to win the game tomorrow. If we execute the basics correctly, we believe we are in a good position,” he added.
After their last match on June 4, Nepal enjoyed a week-long break before gearing up to face the formidable Sri Lankan team. While Sri Lanka is expected to start as favorites, the Nepali cricketers are not prepared to simply surrender to them. With a determined mindset and a strong performance with both bat and ball, Nepal hopes to overcome the Lankan challenge. The break has provided them with an opportunity to regroup, strategize, and come back stronger, aiming to cause an upset in the match against Sri Lanka.
