Kathmandu: In an exhilarating warm-up match held on June 15, 2023, at Harare Sports Club in Zimbabwe, Nepal emerged triumphant, defeating Oman by 2 wickets. The match served as a crucial preparation ahead of the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2023.

Chasing Oman's target of 267 runs, Nepal showcased remarkable determination, successfully chasing down the total in just 44.5 overs. The standout performance came from Kushal Bhurtel, who exhibited exceptional batting skills, smashing a remarkable century with 101 runs to his name.

Bhurtel received significant support from his teammates, with Bhim Sarki contributing 56 runs, Rohit Kumar Paudel adding 31 runs, Dipendrasingh Airi scoring 26 runs, Asif Sheikh contributing 23 runs, and Kushal Malla providing 17 runs. Oman's bowlers fought back valiantly, with Akib Elias claiming 4 wickets.

Winning the toss, Oman had elected to bat first and posted a competitive total of 267 runs in 49.2 overs. Zeeshan Maqsood led the charge for Oman, showcasing his batting prowess with a magnificent knock of 109 runs, while Soyab Khan contributed 38 runs. Nepal's bowlers displayed great skill, with Sompal Kami taking 5 wickets and Sandeep Lamichhane securing 3 wickets.

The ICC One-Day World Cup Qualifier 2023, scheduled from June 3 to 25 in Zimbabwe, is set to be an intense battle. Nepal's victory in this warm-up encounter will undoubtedly boost their confidence as they embark on their campaign. Their opening match against the host nation promises to be an exciting showdown, and Nepal aims to build upon their impressive performance in the warm-up match to secure a spot in the prestigious 2023 World Cup.