Nepal vs Oman, 1st Semi-Final (A1 v B2) – Asian Games Men’s T20I Qualifier 2026
The Singapore National Cricket Ground has shown a batting-friendly dry pitch this tournament, with average first-innings scores around 158 and a strong bias for teams bowling second (11 wins out of 19 matches, 60%). The surface offers true bounce early on, with value for square cutters and just enough grip later for spinners in the middle overs.
Expect par scores of 145–160, potentially +10 if a set batter survives past the 15th over. The pitch tends to improve under lights, making it favorable for batters in the second innings.
Weather conditions on June 7 show mostly cloudy skies with temperatures around 29–31°C, humidity at 70%, and wind speed of approximately 5 m/s. Dew may settle in later, further favoring the team batting second.
This semi-final is everything for both teams – it’s their gateway to the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan (September 24–October 3). The four semi-finalists automatically secure their Asian Games berths, making this a do-or-die encounter.
Nepal is flying high with unbeaten form in the qualifiers. They dominated Group A with two commanding wins: a 221-run destruction of China (powered by Kushal Bhurtel’s explosive 129 off 43 balls) and a 167-run victory over Malaysia (with Bhurtel scoring another century, 129 runs). Their team form shows W-W-W-W-L in their last five T20Is, with four wins from their last five matches.
Oman finished as the top two teams in Group B alongside Hong Kong, remaining unbeaten in their group with victories over Bahrain and hosts Singapore. They beat Singapore by 7 runs (DLS method) in their most recent match, showcasing a strong all-round performance. However, Oman’s broader T20 form has been shaky, with four losses in their last five T20 World Cup matches against Australia, Ireland, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe.
NEP vs OMA Match Details
- Series: Asian Games Men’s T20I Qualifier, 2026
- Team: Nepal vs Oman, 1st Semi-Final (A1 v B2)
- Date: Sunday, June 7, 2026
- Time: 07:00 AM IST (01:30 AM GMT / 09:00 AM
- Venue: (Singa Oval Ground), Singapore
NEP vs OMA Live streaming Info
Free live streams for Nepal vs OMA are available on select platforms depending on your location.
In Nepal
Tune into Kantipur TV Max HD via cable or check local apps like NetTV for free access to the live broadcast. This is the official channel partnered with the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN).
Globally
ICC.tv offers free registration and streaming in many regions, including Nepal and others without primary broadcasters—ideal for international fans seeking no-cost coverage.
India viewers can use FanCode (subscription-based), while avoid unofficial YouTube or social media links to dodge ads and risks. Check your region’s geo-blocks and use a VPN if needed for ICC.tv.
Live Streaming Info:
The NEP vs OMA will be liveinfo on NPLT20League.com.
Live Score Info:
Nepal vs Oman, Asian Games 2nd Semi-Final Match 2026: All matches on ESPN and Cricbuzz have live scores.
Head-to-Head Summary
Nepal holds the overall edge with 5 wins from 8 matches. In their last five meetings, Nepal has won three while Oman has won two. Their most recent encounter was on October 15, 2025, in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia & EAP Qualifier, where Nepal defeated Oman by 38 runs (Nepal 151/9, Oman 113/9).
Another notable result was in 2022 when Nepal beat Oman by 6 wickets after winning the toss and choosing to field.
Team Analysis: Nepal
Strengths
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Explosive opening batting: Kushal Bhurtel has been in scintillating form with two centuries in the qualifiers (129 off 43 vs China, another 129 vs Malaysia)
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Quality spin attack: Sandeep Lamichhane remains a world-class option in the middle overs
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All-round depth: Dipendra Singh Airee (captain), Rohit Paudel, Karan KC, and Sompal Kami provide balance
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Strong recent momentum: Four wins from last five T20Is
Weaknesses
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Dependency on top order: When Bhurtel fails, the middle overs can struggle
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Death bowling: Occasionally leak runs in the final five overs
Key Players
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Kushal Bhurtel: The explosive opener in the form of his life
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Dipendra Singh Airee (c): Leader and crucial all-rounder
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Sandeep Lamichhane: World-class spinner who can change games
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Rohit Paudel: Consistent middle-order batsman
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Karan KC: Experienced bowler with death-bowling skills
Nepal’s last five matches: 313/2 vs China (won by 221 runs), 275/7 vs Malaysia (won by 167 runs), 151/9 vs Oman (won by 38 runs), plus two more wins against USA and Scotland.
Team Analysis: Oman
Strengths
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All-Omani squad: Entirely homegrown talent, marking a milestone in Oman cricket development
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Balanced bowling attack: Mix of pace and spin with Sufyan Mehmood, Kaleemullah leading
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Group B dominance: Remained unbeaten in their group
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Improved middle order: Zubair Al Balushi, Wasim Al Balushi provide stability
Weaknesses
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Inconsistent batting: Struggled against top-tier teams (lost to Australia, Ireland, SL, ZIM)
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Young squad: Lack of experience against elite T20 sides
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Recent form: Only 1 win from last 5 T20 World Cup matches
Key Players
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Sufyan Mehmood (captain): Veteran leader and bowler
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Muzaffar Shiralkar (vice-captain, WK): Experienced wicketkeeper-batsman
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Mohammed Al Balushi: All-rounder with bowling options
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Kaleemullah: Key bowler for Oman
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Zubair Al Balushi: Middle-order batsman
Oman beat Singapore by 7 runs (DLS) in their most recent match (149/7 vs 143/6). However, they’ve lost four consecutive T20 World Cup matches prior to that.
Probable Playing XI
Probable XI (Nepal): Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh (wk), Rohit Paudel, Dipendra Singh Airee (c), Sundeep Jora, Kushal Malla, Karan KC, Sandeep Lamichhane, Sompal Kami, Shahab Alam, Lokesh Bam
Probable XI (Oman): Sufyan Mehmood (c), Muzaffar Shiralkar (wk), Mohammed Al Balushi, Shuaib Al Balushi, Zubair Al Balushi, Wasim Al Balushi, Abdul Jalil, Issa Al Balushi, Naveed Al Balushi, Ahmed Al Zadjali, Rashid Al Balushi
Nepal is the clear favorite to win this semi-final and secure their Asian Games berth. Here’s why:
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Form advantage: Nepal’s unbeaten qualifier run with four wins from last five T20Is contrasts sharply with Oman’s shaky recent form
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Head-to-head edge: Nepal has won 5 of 8 encounters and won their last meeting by 38 runs
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Batting firepower: Kushal Bhurtel’s explosive form (two centuries in qualifiers) gives Nepal a massive advantage
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Squad strength: Nepal’s experienced lineup with Lamichhane, Airee, and Paudel outmatches Oman’s young all-Omani squad
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Venue conditions: The batting-friendly pitch favors Nepal’s aggressive top order
Oman will need their bowling to contain Bhurtel early and rely on their middle order to build a competitive total. But Nepal’s all-round depth and current momentum make them the stronger side.