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Oman beat Nepal by 102 runs under DLS method in rain-hit League 2 match

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  • Oman defeated Nepal by 102 runs under the DLS method in a rain-affected ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 match.
  • Oman posted 305 for 8, with captain Jatinder Singh scoring a record 130 off 96 balls, while Nepal was 155 for 7 when rain stopped play.
  • The result gives Oman their first win in the series, placing them third in the standings, while Nepal remains seventh.

The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 match between Oman and Nepal ended in disappointment for the home side, with Oman securing a victory by 102 runs via the DLS method after rain interrupted play. Nepal's chase faltered, leaving them well short of the required DLS par score.

His innings accounted for 90 runs through boundaries and marked the highest ODI score by an Omani batter.

— Match reportDescribing Jatinder Singh's record-breaking century.

Oman's dominant performance, particularly captain Jatinder Singh's record-breaking 130, set a challenging target. Nepal's bowlers, including Sompal Kami and Sandeep Lamichhane, managed to take wickets but couldn't contain Oman's strong batting lineup. The Nepali batting order struggled to build momentum, despite a fighting knock from Dipendra Singh Airee.

Nepal’s bowling was led by Sompal Kami, who took four wickets but conceded 59 runs in nine overs.

— Match reportDetailing Nepal's bowling performance.

From a Nepali perspective, this loss is a setback in their League 2 campaign. While the team showed some resilience, the inability to chase a substantial total and the impact of the rain-induced interruption highlight areas for improvement. This result, coupled with their current standing, underscores the challenges Nepal faces in securing a strong position in the tournament and qualifying for future events. The Kathmandu Post will continue to follow the team's progress closely.

However, Dipendra’s dismissal in the 36th over further dented Nepal’s chase.

— Match reportHighlighting a crucial moment in Nepal's batting innings.
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