Nepal edge Qatar to move closer to T20 World Cup qualification
Summary
Nepal secured a thrilling five-run victory over Qatar in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Asia-East Pacific Qualifier, propelled by Sandeep Lamichhane's five-wicket haul and Rohit Paudel's half-century.
Key Points
- Sandeep Lamichhane took a five-wicket haul to lead Nepal to a five-run win over Qatar in the T20 World Cup Asia-East Pacific Qualifier.
- Rohit Paudel scored a composed half-century anchoring Nepal's innings with 58 runs.
- Nepal defended 147 runs successfully with key moments including direct hits by Dipendra Singh Airee and Mohammad Aadil Alam.
- Nepal now sits second behind Oman in the Super Six standings, moving closer to T20 World Cup qualification.
- Nepal will face Oman next in a crucial match for qualification.