Nepal, Oman Qualify for ICC T20 World Cup 2026
Nepal and Oman secured T20 World Cup 2026 spots as the 18th and 19th teams after unbeaten group runs and key victories in Asia-EAP qualifiers, officials said.
- Oman national cricket team and Nepal national cricket team secured two of the three available tickets for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 through the Asia and East Asia-Pacific Qualifier Super Six stage.
- Remaining unbeaten during the group phase, Nepal entered the Super Six with two carry-over points, while Oman also carried two points, backing that with consistent performances.
- A spectacular fielding moment saw Sundeep Jora's catch and back-to-back run-outs, plus Nepal defending 148, securing narrow victories. Nadeem Khan's late four and a six off Muhammad Arfan sealed Oman’s win.
- The United Arab Emirates, Japan and Qatar remain in contention for the final qualifying slot, with Japan holding two games in hand including the next against the UAE.
- The upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled in India and Sri Lanka between February 6 and March 7, marks third World Cup appearances for Nepal and Oman. Qualification secures their places in the 20-team event.
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