Sharjah, Sept. 28 -- Nepal scripted one of the most historic moments in their cricketing journey here today as they defeated the West Indies by 19 runs in the first T20 International.
This was Nepal's first-ever victory over a Full Member nation in international cricket, coming after 180 matches on the global stage. The result handed Nepal a 1-0 lead in the three-match T20I series and sent waves of celebration across their cricket-loving nation.
West Indies skipper Akeal Hosein opted to field first, and his bowlers made early inroads. Kushal Bhurtel was stumped off Hosein, while Aasif Sheikh fell to Jason Holder, leaving Nepal reeling at 12 for 2.
Skipper Rohit Paudel (38) then led the rescue act, adding 58 runs with Kushal Malla (30). T...