Get ready for an exciting cricket showdown as the USA takes on Nepal in a T20I series kicking off on October 18, 2024! Set in the lively atmosphere of the Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium in Dallas, Texas, this series promises to deliver some thrilling moments. Both teams are hungry to prove themselves, and fans can expect to see their favorite players shine on the field. Whether you’re a die-hard cricket fan or just looking for some weekend entertainment, this series is one you won’t want to miss. Join us as we dive into the match schedule, highlight key players, and share how you can catch all the action live!
Match Schedule
All matches will be held in Dallas. Here’s the schedule:
- First T20 Match: Friday, October 18, 2024, at 5:30 AM IST
- Second T20 Match: Sunday, October 20, 2024, at 5:30 AM IST
- Third T20 Match: Monday, October 21, 2024, at 5:30 AM IST
Team Updates
USA Team: Led by Monak Patel, the USA team recently reached the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2024. Key players like Andries Gous, Aaron Jones, Saurabh Netravalkar, and Harmit Singh are ready to contribute, having played crucial roles in recent matches. The USA participated in a T20 tri-series in Namibia, finishing second with three wins and one loss. Andries Gous was the standout performer, scoring 153 runs.
Nepal Team: Arriving from a T20 tri-series in Canada, Nepal secured two wins and two losses. Captain Rohit Paudel made a notable contribution with 99 runs, while leg-spinner Sandeep Lamichhane took eight wickets, showcasing the team's potential.
Current Rankings
As of now, the USA is ranked 17th and Nepal 18th in the ICC Men's T20I rankings, setting the stage for a competitive series.
Historical Context
The teams have faced each other only once in T20I history during the 2015 ICC World T20 Qualifier, where Nepal emerged victorious by six wickets.
Where to Watch
Fans in USA can catch all the matches live on FanCode, as there will be no television broadcasts available for this series.
Teams
USA T20I Team:
- Monak Patel (Captain)
- Juanoy Drysdale
- Andries Gous
- Shayan Jahangir
- Aaron Jones
- Noshthush Kenjige
- Ali Khan
- Milind Kumar
- Yasir Mohammed
- Sateja Mukammalla
- Saurabh Netravalkar
- Abhishek Paradkar
- Harmit Singh
- JC Singh
- Utkarsh Srivastava
Nepal T20I Team:
- Rohit Paudel (Captain)
- Asif Sheikh
- Dipendra Singh Airee
- Kamal Airee
- Kushal Bhurtel
- Abinash Bohara
- Sagar Dhakal
- Gulshan Jha
- Jora KC
- Kushal Malla
- Sandeep Lamichhane
- Pratish GC
- Lalit Rajbanshi
- Anil Sah
- Sompal Kami
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