Oman won the toss and elected to bat first against Nepal in Match 100 of the ICC Cricket World Cup League Two, scheduled for April 29 at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground.
Nepal comes into this match with momentum, having secured a victory over UAE by 37 runs. Meanwhile, Oman is looking to bounce back after a loss to UAE by 25 runs.
Nepal currently holds six victories from 19 matches in the tournament cycle. They aim to build on their recent success.
Oman stands at third place in the ICC CWC League 2 points table with 13 wins and 9 losses. Jatinder Singh leads Oman as the top run scorer with 620 runs, while Shakeel Ahmad has taken 44 wickets.
For Nepal, Aarif Sheikh has recorded 478 runs, and Sandeep Lamichhane has secured 25 wickets in the competition. Both teams are vying for important qualification points.
The average first innings total at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground is 215 runs, while the second innings average is lower at 195 runs. This could impact strategies for both teams.
On April 23, Oman achieved a significant victory against Nepal A by 75 runs. Observers expect a competitive match as both teams strive for crucial points.
The outcome of this match could have implications for both teams’ standings in the tournament as they continue their pursuit of qualification.