KATHMANDU, Jan 18: The second edition of the ICC U-19 Women's T20 World Cup 2025 starts in Malaysia on Saturday. On the first day, six matches will be played, including Nepal's opening match.
Nepal's women's team, making their debut in this World Cup, will begin the tournament by playing against Bangladesh.
Nepal and Bangladesh will play their match at 12:15 PM Nepali time on Saturday at the UKM Cricket Oval in Bangi, Malaysia. Puja Mahato will lead Nepal, while Sumaiya Akter will captain Bangladesh.
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Nepal faced Bangladesh in the U-19 Asia Cup held in Malaysia last December, where Nepal lost the match.The historic Nepal team, making their World Cup debut, aims to avenge their loss to Bangladesh in the Asia Cup and start their World Cup journey with a win. This victory will strengthen Nepal's chances of advancing to the Super Six.
Before departing for Malaysia to compete in the World Cup, Nepal's captain Pooja Mahato expressed her determination to take revenge for the Asia Cup loss. "We want to take revenge for our loss in the Asia Cup, and I want to say that while winning is sweet, revenge is even more delicious."
The weather conditions in Bangi on Saturday are not favorable. The forecast predicts mostly cloudy skies, with overcast conditions throughout the day. Additionally, there is a possibility of rain during Nepal's afternoon match.
The player winning the toss will have the advantage of choosing to bowl first. Batting first in overcast conditions can be challenging, giving bowlers the upper hand.
