Nepal joins the T20 cricket jamboree
The last 16 months have been a journey to remember for a lifetime for Nepal cricket. So much so that in Nepal’s pop culture, their cricket team has become hot property with a couple of leading artists from the Himalayan country, releasing albums for them. To put things in perspective, just like how ‘Rally Round the West Indies’ and ‘Dil, Dil, Pakistan’ would be blaring out of the speakers when the former champions walk on to the field, Nepal will have its own “Hami Nepali” sung by Tanka Timilsina and Anita Chalaune. (READ MORE)
Sri Lanka vs Nepal Live Score, T20 World Cup: That's all
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Sri Lanka vs Nepal Live Score, T20 World Cup: Match called off
No play was possible due to inclement weather in Florida. The match between Sri Lanka and Nepal has been called off without a single ball being bowled. The ground staff did their best but the rain has the final say in this contest. Both teams share a point in this Group D clash.
Sri Lanka vs Nepal Live Score, T20 World Cup: Flash flood
Flash flood warnings have been activated in the area, as parts of the venue for Sri Lanka's must-win clash with Nepal remain under water. The Lauderhill ground is hosting their first match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup,
Sri Lanka vs Nepal Live Score, T20 World Cup: Update!
Play needs to start by 10:47 PM Local time (8:17 AM IST) for a 5-over game.
Sri Lanka vs Nepal Live Score, T20 World Cup: Update!
Inspection scheduled at 8.30 PM Local time (6:00 AM IST).
Sri Lanka vs Nepal Live Score, T20 World Cup: A must-win game for SL
Having already lost to Bangladesh and South Africa, Sri Lanka’s chances to make the cut are already slim and even if they nab all points against Nepal, the 2014 champions will have to rely upon other results to progress to the next round.
Sri Lanka vs Nepal Live Score, T20 World Cup: Nepal's second coming
It is this emotional connection that has brought about a rebirth of cricket in Nepal. In 2014, when they made the T20 World Cup in Bangladesh, Nepal was full of promise and hope. But due to the interference of the government into the Cricket Association of Nepal’s functioning, they slipped so badly from the Associates ladder that climbing back to this point has taken them 10 years.
Sri Lanka vs Nepal Live Score, T20 World Cup: Squads
Sri Lanka: Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Charith Asalanka, Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Kamindu Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Dhananjaya De Silva, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara, Matheesha Pathirana and Dilshan Madushanka.
Nepal: Rohit Paudel (c), Aasif Sheikh, Anil Kumar Sah, Kushal Bhurtel, Kushal Malla, Dipendra Singh Airee, Lalit Rajbanshi, Karan KC, Gulshan Jha, Sompal Kami, Pratis GC, Sundeep Jora, Abinash Bohara, Sagar Dhakal and Kamal Singh Airee
Sri Lanka vs Nepal Live Score, T20 World Cup: Update!
The rain has stopped! The Sri Lankan players are out in the middle with bare feet. There are plenty of water puddles in the outfield. Chris Silverwood and the other Sri Lankan coaching staff are also taking a close look at the condition. According to the commentators, it might take about 90 minutes to get the ground ready provided there is no further rain.
Sri Lanka vs Nepal Live Score, T20 World Cup: Nepal's rise
Things are looking very bleak in Florida. However, the Nepal fans are making noise and they are hopeful that it will start at some point. Meanwhile, you can read this beautiful piece on Nepal cricket by Venkata Krishna B.
At the T20 World Cup, Nepal are be the youngest team, with their average age being 23.66. It was the path that Desai was keen to take, after coming on board as coach in 2023 February. With half a dozen players whom he coached at the 2017 Under-19 World Cup forming the core, Desai is now focussing on building a team for the future. (READ MORE)
Sri Lanka vs Nepal Live Score, T20 World Cup: Welcome
Hello and welcome to our live coverage of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Today the action shifts to Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground in Lauderhill, Florida, where former champions Sri Lanka is playing against Nepal. Sri Lanka after losing their first two games would be looking to resurrect his campaign. However, things are not looking good because of the poor weather. There are still covers on the pitch and most likely we are going to have a delayed start. Stay tuned for all the live updates.