Ashish Ranjan
India (IND) will face Nepal (NEP) in the fifth match of the Asia Cup 2023 at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy. India’s most recent match against Pakistan was rained out and concluded without a result. Nepal, on the other hand, had played Pakistan in their most recent match, which they lost.
In the most recent match between India and Pakistan, India gained the toss and elected to bat. The Indian innings began well but was interrupted by rain. Three wickets, including those of Rohit, Kohli, and Iyer, were swiftly taken by Pakistan after the break, which proved to be a tremendous advantage.
Gill was soon removed by Rauf, and India appeared to be in trouble, but Ishan Kishan and Hardik Pandya not only stabilized the ship but also placed India in the driver’s seat. India completed its innings with 266 runs on the board, but the second innings could not continue due to rain, so the game ended without any result.
Pakistan had won the toss and elected to bat in Nepal and Nepal’s most recent match against Pakistan. In order to score as many goals as possible against a timid Nepal team, Pakistan did not relent.
After losing their openers cheaply, Babar, Rizwan, and finally Iftikhar smashed every bowler they faced to help Pakistan end with 342 runs on the board. Nepal never had a chance to win, as they continually lost wickets and were readily bowled out for 104. Pakistan made a statement with a 238-run victory in the Asia Cup’s opening match.
IND vs NEP: Pitch Report
The surface at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium is exceptionally well-balanced. Due to the available turn and rebound, spinners may receive a little extra assistance. On this pitch, batters who can rotate their strikes effectively will fare well. Teams winning the draw may elect to bat first, as the average first inning score is 195 runs.
IND vs NEP: Weather Report
AccuWeather forecasts an 89 percent chance of precipitation on Monday in Pallekele, while weather.com predicts an 80 percent chance of precipitation on the day of the India vs. Nepal match in Pallekele.
IND vs NEP: Fantasy Picks
Rohit Sharma: Rohit was unable to capitalize on the opportunity he had in the previous match, but players of his caliber do not miss opportunities twice. It is anticipated that he will perform well in this match.
Virat Kohli: Kohli was unsuccessful in his previous match, but against a team like Nepal, he would perform admirably. He may be appointed commander of your team.
Ishan Kishan: Kishan was phenomenal in the previous game as he dominated the bowlers and blasted them around. His wicketkeeping abilities will increase the fantasy points he contributes.
Hardik Pandya: Hardik played a counterattacking innings when India was in a precarious position. He smashed 87 runs off of 90 deliveries and is an absolute must-have for your team.
Sandeep Lamichhane: Sandeep is one of the greatest bowlers from Nepal, as evidenced by his records. He has taken 112 wickets in 50 ODIs, in which he has also scored 367 runs.
Mohammed Siraj: Siraj is currently one of the greatest bowlers in the world for this format. He has been taking early wickets and should be included in your squad.
IND vs NEP: Probable Playing XI
India Probable XI: Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan (wk), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Kuldeep Yadav, Shami, Mohammed Siraj
Nepal Probable XI: Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh (wk), Rohit Paudel (c), Aarif Sheikh, Sompal Kami, Gulsan Jha, Dipendra Singh Airee, Kushal Malla, Sandeep Lamichhane, Karan Chhetri, Lalit Rajbanshi
