Date: September 17, 2024
Venue: MCLT25 Division 2 Grounds
Result: Nepalese Canadian-B won by 8 wickets
In an exciting eliminator of the MCLT25 Division 2 tournament, Nepalese Canadian-B secured a dominant victory over Bazball Cricket Club, winning by 8 wickets. The match, held on September 17, 2024, saw a clinical chase by Nepalese Canadian-B as they comfortably reached the target of 120 in 19 overs.
Toss and First Innings
Bazball Cricket Club won the toss and elected to bat first, hoping to set a challenging target. However, they faced tough bowling from Nepalese Canadian-B, and the batting lineup could only muster 119 runs, getting bowled out in 21.3 overs.
The standout bowler for Nepalese Canadian-B was Surya Thapa, who put on a match-winning performance, taking 4 wickets for just 8 runs in his 2.3 overs. Supported by tight bowling from Rabindra Budhathoki (5.0-1-23-1) and Tapendra Bist (3.1-0-11-2), Bazball Cricket Club struggled to gain momentum throughout their innings.
Bazball Cricket Club’s batsmen had moments of resistance but were unable to capitalize. They lost wickets at regular intervals, and despite some contributions from the middle order, they fell short of a competitive score.
Bazball Cricket Club Batting Performance:
- Top Scorers: N/A (Not provided in the data)
- Wickets Lost: 10
- Total Runs: 119 in 21.3 overs
Nepalese Canadian-B Bowling Performance:
- Surya Thapa: 2.3 overs, 4 wickets, 8 runs, Econ 3.20
- Tapendra Bist: 3.1 overs, 2 wickets, 11 runs, Econ 8.21
- Rabindra Budhathoki: 5.0 overs, 1 wicket, 23 runs, Econ 4.00
- Prabesh Malla Thakuri: 3.5 overs, 1 wicket, 25 runs, Econ 6.52
The Chase
Chasing 120 runs, Nepalese Canadian-B made light work of the target, finishing with 120/3 in just 19 overs. Sujan Bohora played a crucial knock, scoring 40* from 38 balls, ensuring the team crossed the line comfortably. He was ably supported by Archan Bhatta, who smashed a quick 10* off 5 balls to seal the win.
Earlier in the innings, Prem Khadka (23 off 27) and Rohan Kafle (23 off 33) built the foundation for the chase, while extras (16 in total) contributed significantly to the score.
Nepalese Canadian-B Key Batting Performances:
- Sujan Bohora: 40* (38), 3 fours
- Prem Khadka: 23 (27), 4 fours
- Rohan Kafle: 23 (33), 2 fours
- Archan Bhatta: 10* (5), 1 four
Player of the Match: Surya Thapa
Surya Thapa’s exceptional bowling display earned him the Player of the Match award. His 4-wicket haul destroyed the Bazball Cricket Club’s batting lineup and set the stage for a comfortable chase.
Final Thoughts
Nepalese Canadian-B’s all-round performance, particularly with the ball, allowed them to dominate the eliminator. They bowled out Bazball Cricket Club for a modest total and followed it up with a steady and composed chase. With this win, they advance further in the MCLT25 Division 2 tournament, looking like a strong contender for the championship.
