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Nepal Cricket Team Secures Second Straight T20 World Cup Berth
16 Oct
Summary
- Nepal captain Rohit Paudel says team's T20 World Cup dream came true
- Nepal defeated Oman to qualify for the World Cup, now aims to win the trophy
- Many Nepalis expected to travel to India to support the team

On October 17, 2025, the Nepal cricket team secured their spot in the upcoming T20 World Cup, qualifying for the prestigious tournament for the second consecutive time. The team's captain, Rohit Paudel, expressed his delight at the achievement, stating that the dream of playing in the World Cup had come true.
Paudel revealed that the team had been working towards this goal for almost a year, and the victory over Oman in a late-night match on October 16th had made the entire team ecstatic. "This moment has made the entire team happy," he said, acknowledging the hard work and dedication of the players, officials, and supporters who made this triumph possible.
With Nepal and Oman both having already qualified for the World Cup, the win saw Nepal climb to the top of the table with 8 points from 4 matches. The team had earlier defeated the UAE and Qatar in the qualifiers, showcasing their strong form and determination.
Looking ahead, Paudel expressed confidence that the team would perform even better in the World Cup, which is set to be held in India. He noted that the presence of many Nepalis in India, as well as those traveling from Nepal, would create an amazing atmosphere in the stadiums, further motivating the team to strive for the ultimate prize - the T20 World Cup trophy.