Nepal Triumphs Over UAE in Women's Asia Cup Opener

Women's Asia Cup 2022: Nepal and UAE Kick Off Tournament in Rangiri Dambulla

The Women's Asia Cup 2022, a prestigious continental cricket tournament, commenced today at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Sri Lanka. The opening match featured Nepal and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), two teams from Group A.

Group A also includes defending champions India and arch-rivals Pakistan, setting the stage for intense competition. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semifinals, ensuring high-stakes matches throughout the tournament.

Nepal, led by captain Rubina Chhetry, entered the match with a strong batting lineup featuring Indu Barma and Sita Rana Magar. The UAE, captained by Chaya Mughal, relied on their experienced bowlers, including Mahika Gaur and Esha Oza.

The match began with Nepal winning the toss and electing to bat first. They posted a competitive total of 126 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Indu Barma top-scored for Nepal with a gritty 35 runs, while Sita Rana Magar contributed 27 runs.

In response, the UAE struggled to chase down the target, eventually falling short by 20 runs. They were bowled out for 106 runs in 19.3 overs. Mahika Gaur was the standout performer for the UAE with both bat and ball, scoring 25 runs and taking 2 wickets.

Nepal's victory in the opening match sets the tone for an exciting tournament ahead. The Women's Asia Cup 2022 promises to showcase the best of women's cricket in Asia, with talented players from across the continent vying for the coveted trophy.

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