Nepal and Oman Clinch Spots in 2026 T20 World Cup Before Super Six Showdown

Nepal and Oman have successfully secured their spots in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Both teams confirmed their qualifications during the Super Six stage of the Asia/East Asia-Pacific Qualifier.

Qualification Achievements

With their impressive performances, both Nepal and Oman have clinched top-three finishes. This guarantees their advancement, especially after the UAE’s victory over Samoa allowed no other team to displace them from their qualified positions.

Key Matches and Performances

The Super Six phase showcased thrilling matches, five of which were decided in the final over. Both Nepal and Oman exhibited exceptional skills under pressure to secure their World Cup spots.

• Nepal: Unbeaten in the group stage, Nepal entered the Super Six phase with two points. They achieved two nail-biting victories:
• Nepal vs. UAE: In a tense match, Dipendra Singh Airee faced a challenging last over. Nepal managed to clinch victory thanks to Sundeep Jora’s catch and two crucial run-outs, winning by a narrow margin.
• Nepal vs. Qatar: Defending 148 runs, Nepal was on the brink of defeat with Qatar at 97/1. However, Sandeep Lamichhane’s extraordinary bowling performance, taking 5 wickets for 18 runs, led to a remarkable turnaround, securing a 10-run win.
• Oman: Mirroring Nepal’s track record, Oman began the Super Six phase with two points and made significant impacts:
• Oman vs. Qatar: Oman comfortably defended a target of 172, showcasing their ability to maintain control in crucial matches.
• Oman vs. UAE: In another close encounter, Nadeem Khan’s explosive batting, including a four and a six off two balls, helped Oman secure victory with just two balls left.

Remaining Contenders

The UAE remains in contention for the final qualification spot after a solid win over Samoa. A crucial match against Japan on October 16 will determine their fate. Currently, the UAE holds third place, and Qatar still has a slim chance of qualifying, needing favorable outcomes in upcoming matches.

Despite a surprising victory over Papua New Guinea earlier, Samoa has been eliminated from the tournament due to consecutive losses.