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Nepal will be desperate to clinch their fourth consecutive win in the tournament when they take on Namibia in the 115th match of the ICC CWC League 2 on Tuesday, July 21st. The match is scheduled to be played at the Sportpark Maarschalkerweerd, Utrecht. 

 

Nepal

 

Nepal must be flying high with their ongoing performance in the tournament, having lost just one match in their last five outing in the tournament. They are currently on a three-match winning run. They are coming into this match after thrashing the USA by 122 runs. While batting first, Nepal scored 317 for 8. They were exceptional with their bowling as well, bowling out the USA team for just 195 runs. Terrific half-centuries from Ishan Pandey and Dipendra Singh Airee played a crucial role. In bowling, Sandeep Lamichhane grabbed three wickets, while Lalit Rajbanshi, Dipendra Singh, and Gulshan Jha grabbed two wickets. The hosts are sitting in the fifth spot with 24 points to their name in 28 matches in the tournament. 

 

Namibia

 

On the other hand, Namibia has been going through tough times; they have registered just one win in their last five matches in the tournament. Namibia is currently sitting in seventh place in the table with just 22 points from 28 matches. They are coming into this match after losing to Scotland by 7 wickets. While batting first, Namibia scored 198 runs and were bowled out, thanks to Louren Steenkamp for his half-century knock. In reply, Scotland chased down the target in 38 overs. Rubel Trumpelman was the standout bowler, taking two wickets in his bowling spell. 

 

NEP vs NAM 115th ODI Match Details

 

NEP vs NAM 115th ODI Match Details
Match	Nepal vs Namibia 115th ODI Match ICC CWC League 2
Date and Time	Tuesday, July 21st; 2:30 p.m. IST
Venue	Sportpark Maarschalkerweerd, Utrecht
Broadcasting and live streaming	TV - N/A, Live Stream - Fan Code app and website

 

NEP vs NAM Pitch Report

 

The surface at Sportpark Maarschalkerweerd is likely to offer a balanced contest between batting and bowling. During the early stages of the game, pacers are likely to get good assistance, but as the game progresses, spinners will get their turn and will come in handy. It will be a good opportunity for the batters to score runs, but they will have to spend time. The average first-innings total at this venue is expected to be just 230, but it is likely to exceed that total in this match. 

 

NEP vs NAM Weather Report

 

The weather in Utrecht is expected to remain dark and cloudy throughout the entire match, with a 60% chance of rain predicted. The temperature is expected to be around 31° C with 81% humidity. The wind speed is likely to be around 12 kmph.

 

NEP vs NAM Head-to-Head Records

 

NEP vs NAM head-to-head (in ODIs)
Match Played	8
Won by Nepal	2
Won by Namibia	5
Tied	0
No Result	1

 

NEP vs NAM ODI Probable XI

 

• Nepal: Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh (wk), Rohit Paudel (c), Dipendra Airee, Nandan Yadav, Lalit Rajbanshi, Gulsan Jha, Sandeep Lamichhane, Sompal Kami, Aarif Sheikh, Ishan Pandey

 

• Namibia: Zane Green, Jan Frylinck, JP Kotze, Gerhard Erasmus, Louren Steenkamp, JJ Smit (c), Max Heingo, Bernard Scholtz, Dylan Leicher, Willem Myburgh

 

Players To Watch Out For In the NEP vs NAM ODI Match

 

• Dipendra Singh Airee | NEP: This bowling all-rounder has been in impeccable form with his bat. He is one of those standout players who has been playing a vital role with his powerful hitting and consistent performance. He will be coming into this match after a brilliant form on his back; he has scored two half-centuries in his last three outings. Overall, he has scored 736 runs in 20 innings in this tournament and has taken 17 wickets as well. He is one such player to watch out for in this match.

 

• Aasif Sheikh | NEP: Aasif Sheikh has been playing a crucial role in the middle-order for his team. This 24-year-old batter has been scoring consistent runs in the tournament and has two half-centuries in his last four outings. He has scored 688 runs in 25 batting innings. He is a player to watch out for in this match.

 

• Gerhard Erasmus | NAM: Gerhard Erasmus has been the best all-round player for the team. He has featured in 27 matches and has scored 675 runs at a batting strike rate of 72.5. He is one such batter from the team who can play long innings and is capable of winning any match single-handedly. He has been brilliant with the ball as well, taking 35 wickets in 25 innings at a bowling economy of just 4.71. 

 

• Zane Green | NAM: This wicket-keeper batter has been amassing huge runs in the tournament with his batting. He has featured in 21 matches and has scored 436 runs at a batting strike rate of 68.5. He is one such batter from the team who can deliver a good inning at any time. His last four innings read: 12, 40*, 62, and 42. 

 

NEP vs NAM ODI Toss Prediction

 

Historical Toss-Winning Stats at the Venue

 

• In the last three ODI matches played at this venue, the teams that won the toss have opted to bowl twice and bat once. 

 

Advantages of Bowling First on This Pitch

 

• The team batting first at this venue has won 2 out of the total 6 matches played here, while the teams batting second have won 4. This makes it clear that the team winning the toss should opt to bowl first and try to restrict the other team to below par.

 

NEP vs NAM ODI Today's Match Scenario

 

Scenario 1

 

• Toss Winner: Namibia (opts to bowl first)
• Power-Play Score: 35-42
• NEP Total: 250-260
• Match Winner: Namibia

 

Scenario 2

 

• Toss Winner: Nepal (opts to bowl first)
• Power-Play Score: 40-50
• NAM Total: 240-260
• Match Winner: Nepal

 

Who will win today's NEP vs NAM ODI match?

 

Considering the last five head-to-head matches between these two teams, Namibia is slightly ahead with three wins; they will start this game as favourites to win. Namibia have a stellar record against Nepal. However, Nepal have been in spectacular form in the tournament recently. We are backing Nepal to utilise their momentum and thrash Namibia this time.