6 Quotes by Roy Dias

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    If we can get that then that will be so important to the development of our cricket because it will allow us to play outside the country, get lots of experience and mean we will need to improve our facilities and infrastructure at home.

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    Some of the BBC reporters were not sure whether Nepal played cricket. One guy asked me how you play cricket in the mountains.

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    We have come two weeks before the tournament because at this period of time it is very cold in Nepal. There is no point practicing there because conditions are different.

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    It's a big boost for Nepal to win a tournament of this nature. I got a call from the CAN president saying that the ICC and the ACC had called to congratulate them. Maybe now is the right time to promote our cricket. Funding is also necessary.

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    I remember once when my vice-captain came and asked me permission whether he could get married on a particular day because there was a match on. Even the parents of the cricketers come and tell me to look after their children. I am very happy working with them because I have a free hand.

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    Hopefully, I think on Sri Lankan wickets we might have a slight chance of upsetting England. The guys are very keen. Initially bowling and fielding were our strong points, but the batting has got going. We have a balanced side. I will be happy if we can get to the last eight.

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