Nepal secured a 9-wicket win over Bahrain in their second match of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier, currently taking place in Thailand.

Due to rain, the match was reduced to five overs per side. Batting first, Bahrain posted 41 runs for the loss of one wicket. Nepal chased down the modest target in just 4.2 overs, losing only one wicket in the process.

Kabita Kunwar top-scored for Nepal with 18 runs, while Samjhana Khadka added 13 and Indu Barma contributed 7. Puja Mahato claimed the only wicket for Nepal during Bahrain’s innings.

Nepal’s opening match against Hong Kong was abandoned due to rain, with both teams sharing points. This victory puts Nepal back on track in their campaign for World Cup qualification.