KATHMANDU: Kushal Bhurtel was named Player of the Match in Nepal’s 58-run victory over Kuwait in the ICC T20 World Cup Asia–East Asia Pacific Qualifier.

Bhurtel played a key role in Nepal’s win, contributing with bat, ball, and in the field. He scored 66 runs off 56 balls, took one wicket while bowling an over and a ball, and caught the Kuwaiti captain in the field.