Kushal Bhurtel Achieves Back-to-Back T20I Centuries, Joining Elite Company
Nepal batter achieves rare T20I milestone; Joins Samson and Tilak in elite list
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Nepal's Kushal Bhurtel made history by scoring consecutive T20I centuries during the Asian Games qualifiers, achieving this rare feat after a stunning performance against Malaysia. His innings of 126 runs helped Nepal secure a 167-run victory, solidifying their path towards the tournament final.
- 01Kushal Bhurtel scored 126 runs off 54 balls against Malaysia, including 14 fours and 8 sixes.
- 02He became the 10th male cricketer to score centuries in consecutive T20I innings.
- 03Bhurtel's previous century was against China, where he famously hit six sixes in one over.
- 04Nepal scored a total of 275 runs, while Malaysia was bowled out for just 108 runs.
- 05Nepal will face Oman in the next round as they aim for gold in the tournament.
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Kushal Bhurtel, the explosive opener for Nepal, has made headlines by achieving back-to-back centuries in T20I cricket during the Asian Games men's cricket qualifiers. In a recent match against Malaysia, Bhurtel scored a remarkable 126 runs off just 54 balls, contributing significantly to Nepal's total of 275 runs. This performance came shortly after he had already scored a century against China, making him only the 10th male cricketer in T20I history to hit centuries in successive innings. His innings against Malaysia featured 14 boundaries and 8 sixes, showcasing his aggressive batting style. Alongside wicketkeeper Aasif Sheikh, who scored 68 runs, Bhurtel helped Nepal secure a dominant 167-run victory. With this win, Nepal continues its quest for a spot in the tournament final, where they will face Oman. Bhurtel's extraordinary achievements have placed him in an elite group of cricketers, including Rilee Rossouw and Sanju Samson, further establishing his reputation in associate cricket.
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Bhurtel's performance boosts Nepal's visibility in international cricket and enhances the country's prospects in the Asian Games.
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