UAE vs Nepal: ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 Match Preview
The 87th match of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 2023-27 season will see the United Arab Emirates face Nepal on October 30, 2025, at the ICC Academy Oval 1, Dubai. This crucial 50-over ODI fixture promises a competitive contest as both teams aim to improve their standings in the World Cup qualification league.
Match Details
- Date & Time: October 30, 2025, 5:30 AM GMT / 11:00 AM IST
- Venue: ICC Academy, Dubai
- Tournament: ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 (2023-27)
- Match Number: 87 (ODI No. 4920)
Teams and Squads
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
The UAE squad features key players such as:
Nepal
Nepal’s squad includes:
- Rohit Paudel (Captain)
- Kushal Bhurtel
- Aarif Sheikh
- Sompal Kami
- Sandeep Lamichhane
- Aasif Sheikh (Wicketkeeper)
Head-to-Head Record and Recent Form
- Nepal and UAE have faced each other 15 times in ODIs, with Nepal leading the rivalry by 9 wins to UAE’s 6.
- Nepal is currently positioned 7th in the ICC CWC League 2 points table with 12 points from 17 matches.
- UAE is 8th with 6 points from the same number of games.
- Recent five matches show Nepal with better performance, winning 3 out of 5 matches, while UAE has struggled with only 1 win in their last 5.
Tournament Context
The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 is a pathway tournament for qualification to the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027. Every match carries significant weight as teams try to secure a top-four finish to advance to the next qualification stage. This UAE vs Nepal match is vital for both sides to accumulate crucial points and momentum.
Broadcast and Viewing
Fans can follow live scores, commentary, and updates on platforms such as ESPNcricinfo, ICC Official Website, and ABC News Cricket Score Centre.
Share Your Thoughts
- How important is this match for Nepal’s chances of advancing in the World Cup qualification?
- Can UAE bounce back from their recent form and surprise Nepal?
- Which players do you expect to make a significant impact in this game?
- How does the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 shape the future of associate cricket nations?
- What are the key strategies each team should adopt at the ICC Academy pitch in Dubai?
Sources: ESPNcricinfo, ICC Cricket, ABC News and cricnepal.com