The Nepali cricket squad is gearing up for a significant challenge as they're set to face the formidable Indian team in the Asian Games quarter-final. The draw, conducted on Monday, revealed that Nepal would face the Indian cricketing giants in this pivotal match.

Interestingly, this T20 International will mark the first encounter between the two teams in this particular format. Fans might recall that just a month ago, the two sides met in the ODI format during the Asia Cup 2023. Nepal showcased commendable resistance against India in that ODI, sparking hopes for a similar display in the upcoming T20 game.

While the Indian team is expected to field its younger brigade, it's essential to note that these players are no novices. Each member of the Indian squad has made a mark in the Indian Premier League 2023, demonstrating both skill and form.

This much-anticipated match will take place on 3rd October at the Zhejiang University of Technology Cricket Field, kicking off at 6:45 am.

Where to Watch?

Previously, group stage matches were telecasted on DDSports. Now, the quarterfinals and subsequent matches can also be viewed on the Sony Sports Network, with commentary available in both English (Sony Ten 1) and Hindi (Sony Ten 3).

Moreover, DD Sports 1 will air the match live, starting from 6:45 am Nepali time. For online viewers, the Nepal vs India T20I can be streamed on platforms like Daily Live Scores TV and WicketGoal TV.

Team News

Nepal has been on a roll, especially after their outstanding performance against Mongolia. Their confidence seems unshakeable, even though they'll be missing their star spinner, Lalit Rajbanshi, due to injury concerns. However, concerns loom over the form of their opening batsmen, especially when faced with India's fierce bowling lineup.

India, led by IPL champion Ruturaj Gaikwad, boasts of young talents such as Yasasvi Jaiswal, Tilak Verma, Jitesh Sharma, Arshdeep Singh, and more, presenting a considerable challenge for the Nepali side.

Nepal Squad: Rohit Paudel (C), Aasif Sheikh, Kushal Bhurtel, Kushal Malla, Sandeep Jora, Binod Bhandari, Dipendra Singh Airee, Bibek Yadav, Gulshan Jha, Karan KC, Sompal Kami, Sandeep Lamichhane, Pratish GC, Lalit Rajbanshi, Avinash Bohara.

India Squad: Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Mukesh Kumar, Shivam Mavi, Shivam Dube, Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rahul Tripathi, Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Washington Sundar, Shahbaz Ahmed, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Arshdeep Singh.