Nepal will play against the United Arab Emirates at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground on May 1, 2026. This match is crucial for both teams in the ICC CWC League 2.
Nepal currently holds the 7th position on the points table with 6 wins and 14 losses. They recently lost to Oman by 102 runs using the DLS method. In contrast, UAE sits at the bottom of the table with 6 wins and 16 losses, but they won their last match against Oman by 25 runs.
Key player statistics:
- Aarif Sheikh is Nepal’s top run scorer with 492 runs.
- Sandeep Lamichhane leads Nepal’s bowling with 27 wickets.
- Muhammad Waseem has scored the most runs for UAE, totaling 538.
- Junaid Siddique is UAE’s top wicket-taker with 30 scalps.
The average first innings total at this ground is 215 runs, while the second innings averages slightly lower at 195 runs. Nepal has struggled recently, losing four out of their last five matches, which puts added pressure on them to perform.
Historically, Nepal and UAE have faced each other eight times in ODIs, with UAE winning five matches and Nepal winning three. The outcome of this match could significantly impact both teams’ standings in the league.
As both teams prepare for this critical encounter, fans are eager to see how they will perform under pressure. The stakes are high, and every run counts as they vie for better positions in the ICC CWC League 2.
