USA vs Nepal in ICC Cricket World Cup League 2: How to watch Live Streaming? Match Preview

USA vs Nepal in ICC Cricket World Cup League 2: Key Battle for Qualification

As cricket fever rises, the USA will take on Nepal in a crucial ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 match on Sunday, October 27, 2023, at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas, Texas. The match is scheduled to start at 9:00 PM IST, and live streaming will be available in India on the FanCode app and website.

A High-Stakes Match in League 2 Qualification

This match is part of a tri-nation series involving the USA, Nepal, and Scotland. The series is part of the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 (2023-27), a qualification pathway for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup in South Africa. The top four teams from League 2 will progress to the final qualification round, where they’ll battle for a spot in the 2027 World Cup.

UPDATE: Team USA won the toss and chose to BOWL first

Nepal Playing XI : Anil Sah, Aasif Sheikh (wk), Kushal Bhurtel, Rohit Paudel (c), Gulshan Jha, Dipendra Singh Airee, Aarif Sheikh, Sompal Kami, Karan KC, Sandeep Lamichhane, Lalit Rajbanshi

United States Playing XI : Shayan Jahangir, Andries Gous (wk), Monank Patel (c), Saiteja Reddy Mukkamalla, Milind Kumar, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Harmeet Singh, Jasdeep Singh, Nosthush Kenjige, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Saurabh Netravalkar

The League 2 format includes eight teams playing a total of 144 matches, with each team playing 36 matches across home and away series. The USA, currently second on the points table with 12 points from nine matches, is aiming to strengthen its position. Nepal, meanwhile, is in seventh place with three points from eight games and is looking to bounce back in this series.

USA’s Recent Form vs. Nepal’s T20 Momentum

The USA is entering this match after a 10-wicket loss to Scotland on Friday. However, Nepal will be playing its first match of this tri-series and is hoping to continue its winning momentum from a recent 3-0 clean sweep in a T20 series against the USA.

Head-to-Head Record in ODIs

In ODIs, Nepal holds a slight edge over the USA, with four wins out of seven matches. Their last ODI encounter was during the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Qualifier in Harare, where Nepal defeated the USA by six wickets.

Team Standings and Key Players

The USA ranks 16th in the ICC Men’s ODI rankings, just one spot above Nepal at 17th. Both teams will rely heavily on their key players to make an impact in this must-win encounter.

USA Squad Highlights:

Led by Monank Patel, the USA squad features seasoned players like Saurabh Netravalkar in fast bowling and Shayan Jahangir in batting. However, they’ll need a strong performance from their lineup, including Milind Kumar and Harmeet Singh, to overcome Nepal.

Nepal Squad Dynamics:

Nepal’s captain Rohit Paudel leads a balanced squad with star players like Sandeep Lamichhane, Karan KC, and Sompal Kami in the bowling department. Their recent performances in T20s suggest Nepal could pose a significant challenge. Additionally, the return of Kushal Bhurtel to form gives Nepal’s batting a boost, especially after his solid T20 performance.

Nepal’s Batting Strategy and Challenges

Nepal’s top order is expected to feature Kushal Bhurtel and Aasif Sheikh as openers, with Bhim Sarki likely at number three. Nepal’s middle order, with Dipendra Singh Airee and Gulsan Jha, provides a mix of stability and firepower. However, there are still questions about the batting lineup’s consistency, particularly on challenging pitches like the one in Dallas.

Where to Watch USA vs Nepal Live in India

The USA vs Nepal ICC CWC League 2 match will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website for fans in India. However, there won’t be any TV telecast for this match in India.

USA vs Nepal ICC CWC League 2 Squads

USA Cricket Team: Monank Patel (c), Juanoy Drysdale, Andries Gous, Shayan Jahangir, Smit Patel, Nosthush Kenjige, Milind Kumar, Yasir Mohammad, Saiteja Mukkamalla, Saurabh Netravalkar, Shadley Van Schalkwyk, Harmeet Singh, Utkarsh Srivastava, Sushant Modani, Jasdeep Singh.

Nepal Cricket Team: Rohit Paudel (c), Aarif Sheikh, Dipendra Singh Airee, Kushal Bhurtel, Rijan Dhakal, Gulsan Jha, Karan KC, Kushal Malla, Sandeep Lamichhane, Lalit Rajbanshi, Anil Sah, Sompal Kami, Aasif Sheikh, Arjun Saud (wk), Dev Khanal, Bhim Sharki.

Key Match Insights

With both teams looking to secure crucial points, this USA vs Nepal match promises to be an exciting encounter. The USA will be aiming to rebound from their recent loss, while Nepal will strive to bring their T20 success into the 50-over format. As the qualification race heats up, all eyes will be on Grand Prairie Stadium this Sunday.

Will the USA defend its home turf, or can Nepal continue its winning momentum? Don’t miss the action as these two cricketing nations clash in a bid to climb the League 2 rankings!