Nepal Smashes Samoa by 124 Runs in Super Six Showdown
Al Amerat, Oman — October 17, 2025
In a one-sided affair, Nepal crushed Samoa by 124 runs in their Super Six match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia & EAP Qualifier. Cricbuzz+3ESPN.com+3Cricket World+3
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Nepal posted 211/4 batting first. ESPN.com+2Cricket World+2
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Samoa could muster only 87/7 in response, far short of the target. ESPN.com+1
The margin underscores the gulf between the sides on this day.
What This Means
✅ Qualification Already Sealed, But Dominance Still Matters
Nepal had already secured a spot in the 2026 T20 World Cup through earlier matches in this qualifier. ESPN.com+3The Times of India+3icc+3
Still, this win sends a strong message: Nepal isn’t here to coast—they want to win the tournament convincingly and build confidence for the main event.
⚠ Samoa’s Struggles Continue
Samoa now finish the Super Six with zero wins. icc+3ESPN.com+3ESPN.com+3
They lost yesterday’s toss and chose to bowl, hoping to contain Nepal. That backfired badly. Outlook India+2The Economic Times+2
💡 Big Picture: Momentum, Morale & Future
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For Nepal: This is statement cricket. Beating an opponent by 124 runs boosts morale and sends a signal to other teams: don’t underestimate them.
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For Samoa: They came into the tournament with the shock signing of Ross Taylor, former New Zealand captain, to lend experience and weight to the squad. Reuters But today, that gamble didn’t pay off.
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The disparity in resources, depth, experience showed. Nepal’s consistency is being rewarded; Samoa’s are exposed in the qualifier environment.
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