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Ashwanth Valthapa, left, with Karthik Meiyappan during the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 match between UAE and Nepal. Photo: Subas Humagain
Ashwanth Valthapa, left, with Karthik Meiyappan during the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 match between UAE and Nepal. Photo: Subas Humagain
Ashwanth Valthapa’s ‘emotional’ debut provides some cheer for UAE amid gloom in Nepal
New wicketkeeper batter received cap from best mate Karthik Meiyappan – now both are looking to improve results on tour in Kathmandu