The United States national cricket team won the toss and chose to bowl first against host nation Nepal in a crucial ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 match at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur.
The match faced a weather-induced delay due to unplayable field conditions.
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Tournament Stakes High
The top four teams from this competition automatically advance to the 2027 ODI World Cup qualifiers, while lower-ranked squads must navigate a difficult playoff route.
The United States currently holds the top spot in the points table with 18 victories.
Nepal has climbed to fifth place following a strong resurgence during the home triangular series.
Both teams entered the fixture after securing recent six-wicket victories against Scotland.
The United States dismissed Scotland for 169 runs on May 20, with bowler Saurabh Netravalkar taking three wickets.
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Nepal restricted Scotland to 194 runs on May 18 through the combined bowling of Lalit Rajbanshi and Sandeep Lamichhane.
Left-arm fast bowler Saurabh Netravalkar serves as a primary asset for the American team. He has taken 40 wickets, becoming the third-highest wicket-taker in the tournament.
Nepal counters with opening batsman Kushal Bhurtel, who previously scored an unbeaten 120 runs off 118 balls against the United States on May 16, guiding Nepal to a nine-wicket victory.
Historical records between the two sides show a competitive rivalry across 12 ODI matches.
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The United States holds a narrow lead with six victories compared to five wins for Nepal, alongside one draw.
