Nepal are wanting ahead to the “big opportunity” of going through cricketing powerhouse India within the Asia Cup, skipper Rohit Paudel stated Sunday, including that his gamers could be seeking to work together with their idols. Asia Cup debutants Nepal will play India within the remaining Group A match in Pallekele on Monday to determine the second staff to make it to the Super Four stage of the 50-over match, a precursor to the upcoming ODI World Cup.

Nepal, who made waves after they reached the World Cup qualifiers earlier this yr, suffered a heavy loss to Pakistan within the match opener.

They now face one other stern check towards seven-time Asia Cup winners India, whose opening match towards Pakistan was deserted as a result of rain after the primary innings.

Rain looms massive over the Nepal-India contest as properly, with the winner becoming a member of Pakistan within the subsequent stage. In case the factors are shared, India will transfer forward.

“We all are very excited, especially playing against India. It is a big opportunity for all of us to represent our country at the biggest stage,” Paudel, a top-order batsman, instructed reporters.

“Weather is not in our control but we are hoping that we get an opportunity to play against India, to showcase our talent.”

Playing towards prime stars together with Indian skipper Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli could be a uncommon second for the minnows, however Paudel stated his gamers will solely enable themselves “a fanboy moment” after the match is over.

He additionally defended his star leg-spinner Sandeep Lamichhane, who went for runs within the staff’s 238-run loss to Pakistan.

“He is a very important player for us as he has delivered in crunch situations,” Paudel stated. “We are here because of him… a very impactful player for our team.”

Lamichhane, 23, joined the staff late for the Asia Cup after his trial over the alleged rape of a 17-year-old girl in a Kathmandu lodge room in August final yr was pushed again.

Lamichhane denies all fees.

India didn’t practice or maintain a press convention after their match on Saturday.

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