ICC Women’s U-19 World Cup: Nepal faces 140-run target by Australia

KATHMANDU: Australia set a target of 140 runs for Nepal after posting 139/6 in their 20 overs in the ICC Women’s U-19 World Cup.

Batting first, Australia’s Qumhi Berry top-scored with 45 runs, while Eleanor Larosa contributed 31 runs and Hasrat Gill added 30 runs. Chloe Ainsworth scored 16 runs.

Nepal’s captain Pooja Mahato led with the ball, taking 3 wickets.

Simana KC claimed 2 wickets, and Riya Sharma took 1 wicket.

Having lost both of their previous matches, Nepal faces immense pressure to win today.

They were defeated by Bangladesh by 5 runs and by Scotland by 1 wicket in their earlier games.

A loss today would see Nepal eliminated from the tournament.