Nepal Triumphs Over UAE in ICC CWC League 2 Match
Nepal secured a crucial victory over the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by 42 runs in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2, held in Dubai on March 7, 2026. This win is pivotal for Nepal as they strive to maintain their One Day International (ODI) status.
Winning the toss and opting to bat first, Nepal posted a total of 229 runs. Bhim Sarki was the standout performer for the team, scoring 70 runs, while Aarif Sheikh contributed a valuable 43 runs. The innings set a competitive target for the UAE, who ultimately fell short.
In response, the UAE struggled to build partnerships and were all out for 187 runs in 45 overs. Asif Khan was the lone warrior for the UAE, scoring 82 runs, but his efforts were not enough to secure a victory for his team.
This victory propelled Nepal to the 5th position in the League 2 points table, a crucial spot as they aim to secure their place in the upcoming ICC Men’s ODI World Cup, scheduled to take place in India starting October 2026. Nepal now needs to win two more matches to retain their ODI status.
Scotland and Oman have already qualified for the World Cup, leading the points table with 50 and 44 points, respectively. Namibia and the USA currently sit in third and fourth positions with 39 and 35 points, respectively, making the competition intense as the league progresses.
Nepal’s victory keeps its World Cup qualification hope alive, and the team is set to play a triangular home series involving the UAE and Papua New Guinea (PNG) in the near future. This series will be critical for Nepal as they aim to solidify their standing in the league.
As the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup approaches, observers will be keenly watching how Nepal performs in their upcoming matches. The stakes are high, and every game will be crucial in determining their fate in the league.
