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Kathmandu – Nepal’s explosive opener Kushal Bhurtel has set a new milestone during the ongoing Quadrangular T20I Series in Hong Kong. In the third match against Kuwait on Thursday, Bhurtel smashed a half-century, surpassing Dipendra Singh Airee to become Nepal’s highest half-century scorer in T20 Internationals.
According to statistics from ESPN Cricinfo, Bhurtel now holds 11 half-centuries in just 55 matches, overtaking Dipendra, who has 10 half-centuries in 76 matches. Additionally, Bhurtel has a century to his name, with a top score of 104 runs in T20I cricket—showcasing his capability as a consistent and aggressive top-order batter.
In the overall rankings, Nepal’s skipper Rohit Kumar Paudel sits in third place with 7 half-centuries in 61 matches, while Aasif Sheikh follows with 6 fifties in 56 appearances.
Bhurtel’s recent form highlights his growing stature in Nepal’s cricketing landscape and his vital role in the team’s batting lineup. His record-breaking knock against Kuwait not only powered Nepal to a commanding performance but also further cemented his reputation as one of the country’s finest T20 talents.
As Nepal continues its campaign in the T20I series, fans will be eager to see more such impactful performances from Bhurtel and the team.
