Nepal Defeats UAE by 37 Runs in ICC World Cup League 2 Thriller to Boost ODI Qualification Hopes

In a crucial encounter of the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2, the Nepal national cricket team registered a hard-fought 37-run victory over the United Arab Emirates national cricket team at the Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground.

This win significantly strengthens Nepal’s chances of finishing in the top six and securing ODI status.

Match Summary: Nepal vs UAE (April 25, 2026)

• Match Format: ODI (ICC World Cup League 2)
• Venue: Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground
• Nepal Score: 202 all out (48.2 overs)
• UAE Score: 163 all out (48.2 overs)
• Result: Nepal won by 37 runs
• Player of the Match: Dipendra Singh Airee

Nepal Batting Performance

Nepal posted 202 runs after being invited to bat first:

• Dipendra Singh Airee – 75 (90 balls) 
• Kushal Bhurtel – 24 runs
• Karan KC – 22 runs
• Bashir Ahmed – 20 runs
• Aarif Sheikh – 15 runs
• Sompal Kami – 15 runs

Nepal struggled for partnerships but Airee anchored the innings brilliantly.

UAE Bowling Highlights

The UAE attack performed strongly:

• Aayan Khan – 3 wickets
• Junaid Siddique – 3 wickets

They restricted Nepal from building a big total.

UAE Chase Breakdown

Chasing 203, the UAE were bowled out for 163 in 48.2 overs:

• Muhammad Waseem – 34 runs
• Harmeet Singh – 39 runs
• Akshdeep Nath – 30 runs

Despite steady starts, UAE collapsed under pressure.

Nepal Bowling Performance

Nepal’s bowlers delivered a match-winning effort:

• Karan KC – 4 wickets (best performer)
• Sompal Kami – 2 wickets
• Sandeep Lamichhane – 1 wicket
• Lalit Rajbanshi – 1 wicket
• Dipendra Singh Airee – 1 wicket

Karan KC’s fiery spell broke UAE’s backbone.

Match Impact on Standings

• Nepal: 14 points from 21 matches (6 wins)
• UAE: 10 points from 21 matches (8th place)

This victory keeps Nepal firmly in the race for top-six ODI qualification.

Key Highlights

• Nepal defended a low total successfully
• Dipendra Singh Airee: 75 + 1 wicket (Player of the Match)
• Karan KC: 4-wicket match-winning spell
• UAE collapsed despite solid start
• Crucial 2 points for Nepal in standings

Nepal delivered a determined all-round performance to overcome UAE in a must-win ICC World Cup League 2 clash. With strong bowling and a crucial innings from Dipendra Singh Airee, Nepal stays alive in the ODI qualification race.