Nepal crowned Asian Games T20 Qualifiers champions after rain-hit final
Summary
Nepal won the Asian Games Men’s T20 Qualifier by defeating Hong Kong through the DLS method in a rain-affected final in Singapore, securing their spot in the Asian Games in Japan.
Key Points
- Nepal won the Asian Games Men’s T20 Qualifier final against Hong Kong by 19 runs via the DLS method in Singapore.
- The final was rain-affected, with Nepal ahead on the DLS par score when play stopped.
- Kushal Bhurtel scored 65 off 40 balls for Nepal, helping lay a strong foundation for the chase.
- Nepal, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Oman qualified for the main Asian Games cricket event in Japan in September-October.