Despite defeat in T20 WC opener, Nepal earn world cricket's plaudits

Nepal impressed the cricket world despite a narrow four-run loss to England in the T20 World Cup. Former stars Yuvraj Singh, Ashwin, Irfan Pathan, and Dale Steyn praised their fighting spirit and potential. England scored 184, while Nepal chased bravely but ended on 180/6. Rohit Paudel, Dipendra Singh Airee, and Lokesh Bam led the chase, showing Nepal’s growing strength in international cricket.