Nepal Prepares for a Comeback Against Oman in CWC League 2
Nepal is ready to face Oman in the second match of the CWC League 2 Tri-Series in Canada. Following a heavy loss to the hosts, Canada, in their first match, Nepal will be looking for a win to boost their confidence.
Nepal’s performance in the first match was below par, a common occurrence in away matches. They suffered a crushing 103-run defeat due to a poor death bowling display and a complete collapse of the batting lineup. This was Nepal's first loss against Canada in their fourth ODI encounter.
A Fresh Start Against Oman
Nepal will be aiming for a fresh start as they face a new opponent, Oman. Nepal is currently seventh in the table, with Oman just ahead in sixth place. Oman's performance has also been underwhelming, and they will be eager to claim two points from Nepal in this matchup.
Key Match Information
- Match Date: September 18 (Wednesday)
- Venue: Maple Leaf North-West Ground, King City
- Time: 8:45 PM (NST)
- Live Coverage: Kantipur Max (TV and YouTube)
- Live in India: FanCode
- Live outside Nepal and India: ICC.tv
Nepal vs Oman: A History of Close Contests
Nepal and Oman have faced each other in seven ODIs, with Oman winning four and Nepal taking three victories. On neutral grounds, they’ve played two matches, with each team securing one win.
A Record-Breaking Encounter
Nepal's highest ODI total came against Oman. In their previous encounter in April 2023 during the ACC Premier Cup, Nepal posted a mammoth 310 runs on the board, which is still a record total for Nepal. Kushal Malla went on to score the fastest century for Nepal and ended up scoring a 64-ball 108.
A Look at the Teams
Nepal Squad
- Rohit Paudel (c)
- Aasif Sheikh
- Kushal Bhurtel
- Sompal Kami
- Lalit Rajbanshi
- Aarif Sheikh
- Karan KC
- Gulshan Jha
- Dipendra Singh Airee
- Anil Sah
- Bhim Sharki
- Kushal Malla
- Rijan Dhakal
- Arjun Saud
- Sandeep Lamichhane
- Dev Khanal (Travelling reserve)
Oman Squad
- Aqib Ilyas (captain)
- Hammad Mirza
- Jatinder Singh
- Kashyap Prajapati
- Khalid Kail
- Shoaib Khan
- Ayaan Khan
- Zeeshan Maqsood
- Pratik Athavale (wicket-keeper)
- Bilal Khan
- Fayyaz Butt
- Jay Odedra
- Kaleemullah
- Muzahir Raza
- Samay Shrivastava
- Siddharth Bukkapatnam
Where and When to Watch the Match
The Nepal Vs Oman, Match 28 of the ICC Cricket World League 2 will be played on Wednesday, September 18, at Maple Leaf Cricket Ground in Canada at 8:30pm IST.
The live streaming of the Nepal vs Oman ICC CWC League 2 match will be available on the FanCode app and website in India.
Nepal's Quest for Redemption
Under the leadership of captain Rohit Paudel, Nepal will be looking to bounce back from their 103-run defeat against hosts Canada in their first match of the ICC CWC League 2 Tri-Series. They will be hoping to turn the tables on Oman and secure a crucial victory.
Oman's Winning Streak
Meanwhile, Oman will aim to keep their winning streak alive after their four-wicket victory over Namibia in their previous ICC CWC League 2 match, which took place in Dundee, Scotland, in July. Oman will be eager to continue their momentum and maintain their position in the table.
The Head-to-Head Battle
Oman holds the edge in the head-to-head record against Nepal, having won four of their seven ODI matches. Nepal earned three victories over Oman in the 50-over format. This match promises to be a close encounter, with both teams seeking to gain an advantage in the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2.
Looking Forward
This match is a crucial one for both teams, as they fight for points in the CWC League 2. With Oman’s strong head-to-head record against Nepal, this match promises to be an exciting clash. Nepal will need to play to their full potential and show greater resilience in order to secure victory and get back on track in the tournament. This match is set to be an exciting showdown, and fans will be eager to see how both teams perform.
