Asian Games 2023 Cricket: Quarter Final 1, India vs Nepal Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between IND vs NEP?

Courtesy of their destructive wins over Mongolia and Maldives, Nepal have qualified for the Quarter Finals of the ongoing Asian Games in China. Kushal Malla and Rohit Paudel have been in incredible form, but they are going to face an uphill task when they take on India at Pingfeng Campus Cricket Field in Hangzhou on October 3.

The Ruturaj Gaikwad-led side earned direct qualification for the Quarter Finals because of India’s superior ranking in ICC T20I team rankings. A lot of youngsters have earned their maiden international call-ups through the tournament and will be eyeing to do well to make a case for their inclusion in the senior squad. 

IND vs NEP Match Details:

Match: India vs Nepal, Quarter Final 1, Asian Games 2023

Venue: Pingfeng Campus Cricket Field, Hangzhou

Date & Time: Tuesday, October 3, 6:30 AM IST

Live Streaming Details: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV app and website

Pingfeng Campus Cricket Field Pitch Report:

A run-fest is expected at Pingfeng Campus Cricket Field. Batting first will be ideal for the teams and anything over 220 runs can be considered as a safe target.

IND vs NEP Head-to-Head Record:

Matches – 0, India – 0, Nepal – 0

IND vs NEP Probable Playing XI

India (IND):

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Arshdeep Singh, Mukesh Kumar

Nepal (NEP):

Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh, Kushal Malla, Rohit Paudel (c), Dipendra Singh Airee, Binod Bhandari (wk), Sundeep Jora, Gulsan Jha, Sompal Kami, Abinash Bohara, Sandeep Lamichhane

Probable Best Performers:

Probable Best Batter:

Yashasvi Jaiswal (India): 

After having an incredible 2023 IPL, Yashasvi Jaiswal proved himself in international cricket against West Indies after getting his maiden international call-up. Known for his destructive batting at the top of the order, the opening batter can give a good start to the team.

Probable Best Bowler:

Arshdeep Singh (India):

The left-arm seamer has made a name for himself in 2022 T20 World Cup. He is known for his yorkers and death bowling, and the Nepal batters may find it difficult to tackle him. He has represented India in 33 T20Is so far and has picked up 50 wickets so far.

Today's Match Prediction: India to win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.