Jatinder Singh scored 130 runs for Oman, putting them in a commanding position against Nepal in a crucial ICC CWC League 2 match at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur.
Oman won the toss and opted to bat first. They posted a total of around 296–301 for 7–8 in nearly 50 overs. Jatinder reached his century around the 30-over mark, significantly shaping the contest.
Despite a strong start, with a 50+ opening partnership within the first 10 overs, Oman lost wickets during their last stretch. They managed to score 70 runs in the final 10 overs but could not surpass the 300-run mark.
Nepal’s bowlers performed well to restrict Oman despite the latter’s aggressive batting approach. “While Nepal partially succeeded in restricting the total below 300, their inability to remove Jatinder earlier proved costly,” noted observers.
Nepal currently sits at 7th in the ICC CWC League 2 standings with just 14 points. Meanwhile, Oman is aiming for consolidation near the top, positioned at 3rd with 29 points.
The story so far belongs to Jatinder Singh, whose century has shaped the contest and put Oman in a strong position in this crucial fixture. Chasing approximately 300, Nepal’s approach must be calculated: they need a strong start without losing early wickets.
Nepal previously defeated Oman by 38 runs in a T20 encounter. This context adds pressure on both teams as they strive for better standings in this ongoing league.
The next phase of the match will reveal if Nepal can rise to the challenge set by Oman’s formidable total.
