Nepal crush Malaysia by 167 runs as Kushal Bhurtel hits consecutive T20I hundreds

Summary

Kushal Bhurtel scored his second consecutive T20I century as Nepal defeated Malaysia by 167 runs in the Asian Games Men’s Qualifier in Singapore.

Key Points
  • Kushal Bhurtel scored 126 off 54 balls leading Nepal to a 167-run victory over Malaysia.
  • Bhurtel became the tenth batter in men’s T20 internationals to score centuries in consecutive innings.
  • Nepal posted 275-7 and restricted Malaysia to 108-9 in 20 overs to top Group A.
  • Nepal’s bowling attack, led by Sher Malla, bowled out Malaysia within the 20 overs.
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