Kathmandu, July 10, 2025 – Nepal has been placed in Group 2 for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup Asia-Pacific Qualifier, scheduled to take place in Oman this October, the Cricket Association of Nepal announced today.
🏏 Group 2 Teams:
- Nepal
- Kuwait
- Japan
A total of nine nations have been split into three groups of three:
- Group 1: UAE, Malaysia, Qatar
- Group 2: Nepal, Kuwait, Japan
- Group 3: Hosts Oman, Papua New Guinea, Samoa
The top two teams from each group will advance to the Super‑6 stage. The top three teams from the Super‑6 will then qualify for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka .
🗓️ Nepal’s Key Fixtures:
- 8 October: vs Kuwait
- 10 October: vs Japan
This qualifier tournament will take place from 8 to 17 October in Oman, marking a crucial pathway for Nepal to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup.