Gilchrist Supports Nepal, Netherlands to Surprise Big Teams in T20 WC
we dive into the bold predictions made by cricket legend Adam Gilchrist, who believes that Nepal and the Netherlands have what it takes to cause major upsets in the T20 World Cup.
Gilchrist Supports Nepal, Netherlands to Surprise Big Teams in T20 WC
Barbados, Legendary Australian wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist thinks Nepal and the Netherlands could surprise teams like Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in the upcoming T20 World Cup.
Gilchrist Supports Nepal, Netherlands to Surprise Big Teams in T20 WC
Nepal and the Netherlands are grouped with Bangladesh, South Africa, and Sri Lanka in Group D. Gilchrist believes the international experience of the young players in Rohit Paudel-led Nepalese team has made them a strong unit.
For the Netherlands, Gilchrist noted that they have always been tough in ICC events and aim to make the most of their limited chances to play against big teams.
"I think Nepal might be able to make an impact," Gilchrist told SEN Radio on Saturday.
"They have a few young players who have been in major leagues for a few years now," he said.
Nepal, however, faced a setback before the World Cup as their star leg-spinner Sandeep Lamichhane was ruled out after his US visa application was rejected again.
Given that the Dutch upset the Proteas in the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia, Gilchrist felt they would be a tough challenge.
Expert Opinion: Gilchrist Backs Nepal, Netherlands to Upset Big Teams in T20 WC
"The Dutch always seem to surprise, they always seem to irritate, and they're in the same group as South Africa again. They beat them in the last T20 World Cup in Australia in Adelaide. So, it might be the Dutch," he said.
Citing the example of the USA surprising Bangladesh 2-1 in a T20 series last month, Gilchrist said lesser-known cricket-playing nations are always looking to beat bigger teams.
"That's partly for financial reasons, but also for the experience. With the T20 format, these nations have a chance to shine and strengthen their cricket programs.
"Look at the USA's results against Bangladesh in recent weeks, the US has surprised them a few times.
"It's about giving them a platform and a chance to shine. Hopefully, that strengthens the cricket programs in more countries," said Gilchrist. Both teams face each other on Tuesday to start their campaign in the T20 global event.
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