Dipendra Pokharel (Dallas, HamroKhelkud)
Nepal started their T20 World Cup journey with a six-wicket loss, however, Nepalese fans ruled the stadium with excitement and force.
Nepal started their T20 World Cup with a 6-wicket loss against the Netherlands at the Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium where more than 10,000 Nepalese supporters showed up.
In an eagerly anticipated match of the ICC Cricket World Cup, the spotlight unexpectedly shifted from the players on the field to a managerial mishap by the USA Cricket administration. The encounter, which saw Nepal batting first, was marred by significant technical difficulties that left fans frustrated and players bewildered.
For a lengthy stretch of 18 overs of the first innings, the scoreboard and screens were non-functional, casting a shadow over what should have been a seamless cricketing spectacle.
The malfunction began shortly after the first ball was bowled, plunging the stadium into an old-school cricket experience where spectators had to rely solely on manual score updates.
The digital blackout lasted for 18 overs, an eternity in the fast-paced world of limited-overs cricket. The scoreboards, which are crucial for fans to keep track of the game, and the screens, which provide replays and crucial moments, both went dark, leaving the audience in a state of confusion.
Despite the technical issues, the energy within the stadium remained electric, largely thanks to the enthusiastic Nepalese fans.
Dressed in their national colors and waving flags, the Nepalese supporters dominated the stands, creating a vibrant and energetic atmosphere. Their chants, songs, and unwavering support provided a stark contrast to the otherwise chaotic situation created by the malfunction.
Nepal lost in their opening battle against the Dutch but the headline was ICC’s unmanaged effort that led the fans disappointed.
