Nepal have qualified for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier after defeating the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the Super Three stage of the Asia Region Qualifier in Bangkok.

Chasing the 115-run target set by UAE, Nepal reached the total in 19.2 overs, losing five wickets. Captain Indu Barma top-scored with 33 runs, guiding her team to victory and securing a place in the global qualifier with one match remaining.

Earlier, the UAE posted 114 for 7 in 20 overs after being put to bat first. Esha Rohit Oza made 39, while Theertha Satish scored 21, Heena Hotchandani 20, and Lavanya Keny added 12.

Manisha Upadhyay starred with the ball for Nepal, taking 4 wickets for 20 runs in her four overs. Kabita Kunwar picked up two wickets, and Rajmati Airee claimed one.

With this crucial five-wicket win, Nepal have progressed regardless of the outcome of their remaining match against Thailand. The UAE, having lost both their Super Three games, are eliminated.

Thailand confirmed their place in the global qualifier earlier on Sunday by defeating the UAE by 54 runs, taking their tally to eight points.