Nepal vs Kuwait Match Scorecard, The Nepal vs Kuwait T20 clash in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier 2025 turned out to be a gripping contest at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground. Nepal, led by skipper Kushal Bhurtel, showcased both resilience and flair as they managed to post a total of 141/7 in 20 overs, setting up an exciting run chase for Kuwait.
Bhurtel Leads from the Front Nepal vs Kuwait Match Scorecard
Captain Kushal Bhurtel once again proved why he’s one of Nepal’s most reliable batters in the shorter format. Opening the innings, he anchored the team’s total with a responsible knock of 66 runs off 56 balls, featuring 3 fours and 3 sixes. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, Bhurtel’s steady hand ensured Nepal didn’t collapse under pressure.
The early loss of wicketkeeper-batter Aasif Sheikh (2 off 7) put Nepal on the back foot, but a small partnership between Bhurtel and Rohit Paudel (16 off 15) brought some stability. However, Kuwait’s bowlers struck back swiftly.
Middle-Order Wobbles but Airee and Jha Shine
After Bhurtel’s dismissal, Nepal’s middle order faced a mini-collapse. Kushal Malla (4), Sundeep Jora (5), and Dipendra Singh Airee (20 off 19) all tried to build momentum but were unable to convert their starts into big scores.
Airee’s quick running and placement helped push the total past the 120 mark, while Gulshan Jha’s explosive cameo — 20 runs from just 6 balls, including three towering sixes — provided a much-needed late flourish.
The innings closed at 141/7, giving Nepal a fighting chance in the match.
Kuwait Bowlers Keep It Tight
For Kuwait, the bowlers displayed impressive discipline. Anudeep Chenthamara was the pick of the bowlers with figures of 4-0-22-2, maintaining control through the middle overs. Naveenraj Rajendran (4-0-40-2) and Mohammad Aqif Farooq (3-0-17-1) supported well, while captain Mohammed Aslam (2-0-10-1) led with sharp spells in the death overs.
Their tight lines and varied pace changes made it difficult for Nepal’s batters to accelerate freely during the final overs.
What’s Next
Kuwait now needs 142 runs to win from 20 overs — a modest target but one that demands consistency against Nepal’s strong bowling lineup featuring Sandeep Lamichhane and Lalit Rajbanshi.
The second innings promises to be a thrilling battle between Kuwait’s top order and Nepal’s world-class spinners. Fans across both nations eagerly await to see if Nepal can defend their total or if Kuwait will pull off an upset in this crucial qualifier.
📊 Final Nepal Score:
Nepal – 141/7 (20 overs)
Top Scorer: Kushal Bhurtel – 66 (56)
Best Bowler (Kuwait): Anudeep Chenthamara – 2/22 (4 overs)
🏏 Kuwait Innings Summary
Kuwait’s batting lineup failed to find any rhythm as Nepal’s bowlers struck at regular intervals. Only a few batters managed to reach double figures, with the top order collapsing under pressure.
| Batter | Runs (R) | Balls (B) | 4s | 6s | S/R | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinto Anto | 26 | 23 | 0 | 2 | 113.0 | Run out (Dipendra Singh Airee) |
| Ravija Sandaruwan | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | b Sompal Kami |
| Meet Bhavsar | 11 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 91.7 | c S. Jora b L. Rajbanshi |
| Usman Patel (wk) | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | b Nandan Yadav |
| Yasin Patel | 19 | 27 | 0 | 1 | 70.4 | b S. Lamichhane |
| Mohammed Aslam (C) | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 100.0 | c K. Bhurtel b R. Paudel |
| Bilal Tahir | 5 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 50.0 | c K. Malla b S. Lamichhane |
| Shiraz Khan | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 37.5 | c A. Sheikh b L. Rajbanshi |
| Naveenraj Rajendran | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | lbw S. Lamichhane |
| Anudeep Chenthamara | 3 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 27.3 | Not out |
| Mohammad Aqif Farooq | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 25.0 | c D.S. Airee b K. Bhurtel |
Total: 76/10 in 18.1 overs
Run Rate: 4.18
🎯 Nepal Bowling Performance
Nepal’s bowlers displayed outstanding control, using spin and pace variation to dismantle Kuwait’s lineup.
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sompal Kami | 2.0 | 3 | 1 | 1.5 |
| Nandan Yadav | 2.0 | 11 | 1 | 5.5 |
| Lalit Rajbanshi | 4.0 | 17 | 2 | 4.3 |
| Sandeep Lamichhane | 4.0 | 22 | 2 | 5.5 |
| Dipendra Singh Airee | 3.0 | 10 | 0 | 3.3 |
| Kushal Bhurtel | 1.1 | 6 | 1 | 5.1 |
| Rohit Paudel (C) | 2.0 | 9 | 2 | 4.5 |
Captain Rohit Paudel led from the front with two key wickets, while Sandeep Lamichhane and Lalit Rajbanshi tightened the screws in the middle overs. Sompal Kami’s early breakthrough set the tone for Nepal, and Kuwait never really recovered.
🌟 Match Summary
- Nepal: 141/7 (20 overs)
- Kuwait: 83/10 (18.1 overs)
- Nepal won by 58 runs
Player of the Match: Kushal Bhurtel (66 runs, 1 wicket)
Nepal’s dominant all-round performance solidified their standing in the Asia Qualifier, showing their depth and discipline in both batting and bowling departments.
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