The stage is set for an exciting build-up to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia & EAP Qualifier 2025 as Nepal and Oman face each other in a crucial warm-up match on October 4, 2025. While the result of this game won’t affect the points table, it carries huge importance for both sides preparing to fight for a place in the World Cup.
Why This Warm-Up is Important
For Nepal, this is a golden chance to get familiar with the conditions in Oman and give every player some match practice before the qualifiers officially start. Captain Rohit Paudel and his men will be focused on finding the right combinations—especially in batting order and bowling rotations.
Oman, on the other hand, will be keen to use their home advantage and assess how their squad performs against Nepal’s spin-heavy attack. With experienced names like Jatinder Singh and Vinayak Shukla, Oman will want to enter the qualifiers full of confidence.
Nepal’s Schedule in Oman
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Warm-Up Match: Nepal vs Oman – October 4, 2025
Venue
The warm-up clash and the qualifiers will be held in Oman, where pitches often favor spinners but also reward attacking batting. This makes it an ideal test for Nepal’s aggressive top order and Oman’s disciplined bowling attack.
Squads at a Glance
Nepal Key Players: Rohit Paudel (C), Dipendra Singh Airee, Sandeep Lamichhane, Kushal Bhurtel, Sompal Kami, Karan KC.
Oman Key Players: Jatinder Singh (C), Vinayak Shukla, Mohammed Nadeem, Aamir Kaleem, Aryan Bisht.
Both sides have depth in both batting and bowling, which should make this warm-up an engaging contest.
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The Nepal vs Oman warm-up on October 4 may not be part of the official tournament, but it’s the kind of game that can make a big difference in confidence and preparation. Both teams will be eager to iron out mistakes, give youngsters a chance, and walk into the qualifiers fully ready.