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.
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