KATHMANDU: Riding on a massive 95-run partnership between Milind Kumar and Smit Patel, the United States posted 262 for 6 in their 50 overs, setting Nepal a target of 263 in their ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 clash.

Batting first after losing the toss at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, the USA managed to build crucial partnerships.

Smit Patel was the top scorer with 75 runs off 100 balls, including 9 fours.

He shared a 95-run stand with Milind Kumar for the third wicket before being run out by Karan KC and Sompal Kami, breaking the partnership.

Milind Kumar remained unbeaten on 70, while Saiteja Mukkamalla contributed 42 and Shubham Ranjane added 19 runs.

For Nepal, Sandeep Lamichhane was the most successful bowler, claiming 2 wickets for 56 runs in his 10 overs.

Sompal Kami, Arif Sheikh, and Dipendra Singh Airee each took one wicket.