Sat Nov 02 23:46:11 UTC 2024: ## USA Beats Nepal in Thrilling Cricket World Cup League Two Match
**Houston, TX (October 27, 2023)** – The United States National Cricket Team secured a thrilling 3-wicket victory over Nepal in the 38th match of the ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27 at the Prairie View Cricket Complex in Houston.
Chasing a target of 287 runs, USA achieved the feat in 49.4 overs, thanks to a sensational century by Shayan Jahangir. Jahangir scored a blistering 104 runs off just 97 balls, including 12 fours and 4 sixes. He was ably supported by captain Monank Patel (62 runs off 76 balls) and Harmeet Singh (57 runs off 44 balls).
Earlier, Nepal, batting first, had managed to score 287 runs in 56 overs. Captain Rohit Paudel top-scored with a 97-run knock, while Anil Sah (56 runs) and Asif Sheikh (52 runs) also contributed significantly. For USA, Nostush Kenjige was the pick of the bowlers, taking 4 wickets for 52 runs.
This victory marked the USA’s seventh win in the tournament, solidifying their position at second place on the points table. Nepal, on the other hand, suffered their seventh defeat in the tournament.
The match was a nail-biter, with the USA’s chase going down to the wire. However, their resilience and the brilliant performance of Jahangir ultimately secured the victory.
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