Kirtipur, May 18 -- Nepal boosted their hopes of reaching the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier with a commanding six-wicket victory over Scotland in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 match in Kirtipur.

The win helped Nepal climb to fifth place in the CWC League 2 standings and maintain momentum in the race for a top-four finish, which guarantees qualification for the next stage of the World Cup pathway, according to the ICC.

After winning the toss, Scotland opted to bat first but struggled against Nepal's disciplined bowling attack. Left-arm spinner Lalit Rajbanshi starred with figures of 4/32, while leg-spinner Sandeep Lamichhane claimed 3/47 as the visitors were bowled out for 194.

Brandon McMullen provided the lone ...