Karan KC proved to be the hero in Nepal’s stunning 1-wicket win over Scotland in the fourth round of the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2. His match-winning performance with both bat and ball earned him the Player of the Match award.
Nepal faced a strong Scotland side and needed a complete team effort. Karan KC set the tone with the ball, taking 2 vital wickets for 43 runs in his 10-over spell. His accurate bowling helped Nepal restrict Scotland’s momentum.
With a big target of 297 runs, Nepal needed someone to step up. That man was Karan KC. Batting under pressure, he scored a brilliant 65 off 41 balls*, including 3 fours and 4 sixes, staying not out till the end.
Nepal chased down the target with just 1 ball remaining and 9 wickets down, making it one of the most thrilling matches in recent League 2 history. Karan KC’s calm and powerful hitting in the lower order made the difference.
Karan KC was rightly awarded the Player of the Match for his all-round contribution that helped Nepal secure a memorable victory. His performance boosts Nepal’s hopes in the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 campaign.
