## Nepal Prepares for a Historic ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier The Nepal national cricket team is gearing up for an historic moment as they prepare to compete in the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier. The tournament, to be held in Zimbabwe from June 18 to July 9, 2023, will see Nepal vying for a spot in the coveted ICC Cricket World Cup, scheduled to take place in India in 2023. Nepal's qualification for the World Cup Qualifier is a testament to the remarkable progress the team has made in recent years. The team secured its place in the Qualifier after finishing second in the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2, a competition featuring 14 associate nations. The World Cup Qualifier will provide Nepal with a challenging yet exciting opportunity to test their skills against some of the best associate nations in the world. The tournament format consists of two groups of six teams, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the Super Six stage. The top two teams from the Super Six will then qualify for the ICC Cricket World Cup. Nepal is placed in Group B of the Qualifier, alongside the United States, Papua New Guinea, Namibia, the United Arab Emirates, and Scotland. Group A consists of Zimbabwe, Ireland, the Netherlands, West Indies, Oman, and Uganda. The Nepali team will be led by experienced all-rounder Sandeep Lamichhane, who has played in various T20 leagues around the world. Other key players to watch include batsmen Aasif Sheikh and Kushal Bhurtel, as well as bowlers Sompal Kami and Lalit Narayan Rajbanshi. Nepal's participation in the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier is a significant milestone for the country's cricket development. The team's performance in the tournament will not only determine their chances of qualifying for the World Cup but also serve as a benchmark for their future growth and aspirations.
