NEP vs QAT Quadrangular T20I Series in Hong Kong 2025: Nepal kicked off the Quadrangular T20I Series 2025 with a commanding win over Qatar, registering an 8-wicket victory at Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground, Hong Kong on April 9. Winning the toss and opting to bowl first, Nepal showed complete control in both departments to wrap up the contest with 18 balls to spare.
Qatar, batting first, posted a decent total of 151/5 in 20 overs, led by a patient 54 off 54 balls from Muhammad Ikramullah. He found support from Shahzaib Jamil Ahmed, who chipped in with 31 off 21, and Muhammad Zaman, who remained unbeaten on 20 off 19. However, Nepal’s bowlers kept a lid on the scoring rate, with Lalit Rajbanshi impressing with figures of 1/12 in 2 overs, and Sompal Kami maintaining pressure with 1/27 in his full quota of 4 overs.
Chasing 152, Nepal got off to a flyer, thanks to a dazzling knock from Kushal Bhurtel, who smashed 38 runs off just 19 balls, earning him the Player of the Match award. His attacking intent put Nepal in the driver’s seat early on, and although he departed after giving his team the upper hand, captain Rohit Paudel (37* off 29) and Aasif Sheikh (33 off 21) made sure the momentum stayed with Nepal.
Muhammad Zaman was the pick of the Qatari bowlers with 2/12 in 3 overs, but the rest of the bowling lineup failed to contain Nepal’s aggressive batting. The chase was completed in just 17 overs, with 8 wickets in hand — an authoritative performance to begin their campaign.
This dominant display by Nepal sets the tone for their run in the eight-match Quadrangular T20I Series, also involving teams from China and Hong Kong. With such form, Nepal has once again shown why they are a rising force in Asian T20 cricket.
Match Summary:
Venue: Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground, Hong Kong
Toss: Nepal won the toss and chose to bowl
Qatar: 151/5 (20 overs)
Muhammad Ikramullah: 54 (54)
Shahzaib Jamil Ahmed: 31 (21)
Muhammad Zaman: 20* (19)
Best Bowler (Nepal): Lalit Rajbanshi 1/12 (2), Sompal Kami 1/27 (4)
Nepal: 154/2 (17 overs)
Kushal Bhurtel: 38 (19)
Aasif Sheikh: 33 (21)
Rohit Paudel: 37* (29)
Best Bowler (Qatar): Muhammad Zaman 2/12 (3)
Result: Nepal won by 8 wickets
Player of the Match: Kushal Bhurtel
