Nepal and Netherlands Make History in T20Is with First-Ever Triple Super Over Thriller

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Cricket fans witnessed a historic spectacle on June 16 in Glasgow as Nepal and the Netherlands played out the first-ever triple Super Over in T20 International history-a match that will go down as one of the most dramatic in the format.

The Netherlands posted a competitive total after electing to bat first, thanks to consistent contributions from their top and middle order. Vikramjit Singh laid the platform with a 29-ball 30, while Teja Nidamanuru added stability through his 35 off 37 deliveries. Saqib Zulfiqar chipped in with 25 runs, helping the Dutch finish at 152 for 7 after their allotted 20 overs.

Nepal's response was equally determined. Openers Kushal Bhurtel (34 off 23) and captain Rohit Paudel (48 off 35) kept the chase on track. But it was a crucial late burst from Nandan Yadav-who scored 12 off just 4 balls-that tied the scores and pushed the game into its first Super Over.

In the first Super Over, Nepal batted first and powered their way to 19, courtesy of Bhurtel's explosive 18 off 5 balls. But just when it looked like Nepal had the upper hand, Max O'Dowd pulled off a stunning finish, hitting a four and a six off the final two balls to level the scores once more and force a second Super Over.

The tables turned in the second Super Over, with the Dutch batting first this time. Skipper Scott Edwards led from the front with a six-ball 16, helping the Netherlands post 17. Nepal needed another heroic effort-and they got one. Rohit Paudel launched the first ball for six, and though wickets fell, Dipendra Singh Airee sent the match into uncharted territory with a clutch six when six runs were needed off the final ball, setting up an unprecedented third Super Over.

Until now, only once had a T20I gone into a second Super Over-India vs Afghanistan in 2024. But this clash broke new ground.

In the final shootout, Zach Lion-Cachet held his nerve with the ball, delivering a match-winning over that kept Nepal scoreless. Michael Levitt, facing the first ball of the Dutch chase, finished the game in style with a towering six, sealing an unforgettable victory for the Netherlands.