Nepal Sets 281 Runs’ Target to Oman in Last ICC CWC League II Match

Nepal has posted a target of 281 runs for Oman to win the last match of the ICC CWC League 2 tri-series in Oman.

Opting to bat first after winning the toss in Muscat, Nepal was all out for 280 runs in 50 overs.

The innings featured strong performances from Rohit Paudel, who scored 80 off 81 balls with two fours and two sixes to register his 14th ODI half‑century.

Dipendra Singh Airee, who made 69 off 62 balls with three fours and four sixes, completed his 11th ODI fifty.

Opener Dev Khanal, who contributed 57 off 65 balls, also made his fourth ODI half‑century. Ishan Pandey added 29 runs, while Basir Ahmed struck an unbeaten 17 off just six balls. Gulshan Jha scored 5 and Karan KC managed 9.

For Oman, Shah Faisal was the standout bowler with five wickets, supported by Jay Odedra with three and Samay Srivastava with two.

With League 2 standings on the line, Nepal face mounting pressure to secure victory and strengthen their position in the top six.