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Thailand and Nepal have impressively secured their spots in the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup Global Qualifiers after stellar performances in the Asia Qualifiers tournament. The competition in Bangkok saw nine teams battling for top positions, with Thailand and Nepal emerging as the top two contenders. Strong individual performances from players like Nattaya Boochatham, Natthakan Chatham, and Indu Barma were crucial to their teams' success. The global qualifier will feature teams from Bangladesh, Scotland, USA, and now Thailand and Nepal, with remaining spots yet to be determined through upcoming regional qualifiers.

Key Points: Thailand Nepal Clinch 2026 Women's T20 World Cup Qualifier Spots

  • Thailand defeats UAE by 54 runs
  • Nepal emerges victorious with five-wicket win
  • Nattaya Boochatham leads Thailand's batting performance
  • Indu Barma steers Nepal to crucial victory
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Thailand and Nepal secure entry to 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup Global Qualifiers

Thailand and Nepal secure global qualifier berths after dominant performances in Asia Qualifiers, setting stage for 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup

"Her 28-ball 30, along with Rubina Chhetry's 23 helped Nepal reach their target - Match Report"

New Delhi, May 19

Thailand and Nepal have secured entry to the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup Global Qualifiers after finishing in first and second place respectively in the Asia Qualifiers held in Bangkok.

The tournament saw nine teams compete for the top two spots that would take them to the global qualifying tournament, where teams will square off against each other to decide who would enter the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup, to be held in England and Wales.

Nepal, Thailand and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) were in the final three of the tournament, where Thailand beat the UAE by 54 runs. It was followed by Nepal who emerging victorious by five wickets over the UAE on Monday to finish in the top two and claim their place in the global qualifying tournament.

In Thailand's match against the UAE, Nattaya Boochatham and Natthakan Chatham contributed scores of 49 and 46, respectively, to get their side to 144/5 after they elected to bat first. In reply, the UAE were restricted to 90/5, thanks to miserly bowling by Thailand, led by left-arm spinner Thipatcha Putthawong, who took 2-27.

Against Nepal, despite captain Esha Oza making a patient 39, UAE once again struggled to get going with the bat as left-arm seam bowler Manisha Upadhayay grabbed 4-20 to restrict them to just 114/7.

Nepal captain Indu Barma steered her side to victory after early trouble saw them slip to 38/3 in the ninth over. Her 28-ball 30, along with Rubina Chhetry's 23 helped Nepal reach their target with three deliveries to spare.

At the global qualifier, Nepal and Thailand have joined Bangladesh and Scotland, who made it to the competition via their participation in 2024 ICC Women's T20 World Cup, as well as the United States of America (USA), who claimed victory in the Americas Qualifier, held in Argentina in March.

Two global qualifiers spots are still up for grabs through the upcoming Europe and Africa Qualifiers, while one place can be filled via the East Asia-Pacific qualifying tournament. The 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup global qualifier dates will be announced in due course by the International Cricket Council (ICC).

- IANS

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Priya K.
Great to see our neighboring countries Nepal and Thailand performing well in women's cricket! 👏 The rise of women's cricket in Asia is truly inspiring. Hope India can organize more bilateral series with these teams to promote the sport further.
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Rahul S.
Nepal's performance is particularly impressive given their limited resources. Their left-arm seamer Manisha Upadhayay was brilliant! BCCI should consider inviting Nepali players for our domestic tournaments - would benefit both countries.
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Anjali M.
While this is good news, I wish ICC would give more coverage to women's qualifiers. Most of us didn't even know this tournament was happening! The matches should be broadcast properly, not just the World Cup finals.
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Sanjay P.
Thailand's spin bowling looks really strong - reminds me of our own women's team! Their development program seems to be working well. Maybe our cricket board can learn something from how they're nurturing talent at grassroots level.
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Meena R.
So proud to see Asian teams making waves in women's cricket! 🇮🇳🇳🇵🇹🇭 Hope this inspires more girls in our region to take up sports. The Nepal captain Indu Barma showed great leadership under pressure - what a role model!
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Vikram D.
Interesting to see UAE struggling despite having better infrastructure. Goes to show money can't buy everything in cricket - you need proper grassroots development and passion for the game, which Nepal and Thailand clearly have.

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