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UAE vs Nepal live cricket: date, start time, venue, H2H stats, form guide, and pitch/weather insights. Follow scorecard, squads, and Dream11 picks for this crucial clash.
player list
| UAE Players | Nepal Players |
| Alishan Sharafu | Kushal Bhurtel |
| Aryansh Sharma (wk) | Aasif Sheikh (wk) |
| Muhammad Shahdad | Bhim Sharki |
| Rahul Chopra (c) | Rohit Paudel (c) |
| Shoaib Khan | Aarif Sheikh |
| Muhammad Waseem | Dipendra Singh Airee |
| Harshit Kaushik | Gulsan Jha |
| Haider Ali | Sompal Kami |
| Simranjeet Singh | Karan KC |
| Junaid Siddique | Sandeep Lamichhane |
| Muhammad Rohid Khan | Lalit Rajbanshi |
| Dhruv Parashar | Anil Sah |
| Mayank Rajesh Kumar | Nandan Yadav |
| Zahid Ali | Kushal Malla |
| Muhammad Irfan | Shahab Alam |
Clash of the Gulf: UAE and Nepal Seek Redemption in CWC League 2 Showdown
The final fixture of the latest tri-series in the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 (CWC League 2) will see the United Arab Emirates (UAE) lock horns with Nepal on Wednesday, November 5, at the ICC Academy in Dubai. More than just a regional rivalry, this One Day International (ODI) clash is a desperate scramble for crucial points, with both teams currently languishing near the bottom of the long-running League 2 standings.
The League 2 tournament is the pathway to the 2027 Cricket World Cup Qualifiers, and a victory here is non-negotiable for either side to keep their slim hopes of a high finish alive.
A Rivalry Defined by Fine Margins
The head-to-head record between the two sides has always been tightly contested, signifying an intense, albeit fluctuating, rivalry. Most recently, the UAE secured a vital five-wicket victory over Nepal, successfully chasing down a competitive total built on a brilliant century by Nepal’s young captain, Rohit Paudel. However, the Emiratis’ chase was powered by a stunning 98 from wicketkeeper-batsman Aryansh Sharma, proving that individual brilliance can dictate the outcome of these matches.
Nepal, known for their passionate fanbase and talented spin attack, have had a disappointing run in this leg of the tournament, with recent losses against both the UAE and the USA. Their batting has shown flashes of brilliance—notably Paudel’s form and a quick-fire 75 from Dipendra Singh Airee in another match—but the unit has struggled for consistency. The focus for Nepal will be on their key bowlers, particularly the leg-spin of Sandeep Lamichhane and the experience of Sompal Kami, to restrict a home side eager to capitalize on familiar conditions.
UAE’s Quest for Momentum
For the hosts, this game offers a chance to secure a back-to-back victory and generate some much-needed momentum. The win against Nepal in their previous encounter was a significant morale boost, breaking a string of losses. The opening pair, led by the aggressive Muhammad Waseem and the in-form Aryansh Sharma, will be pivotal in laying a solid foundation.
On the bowling front, the UAE’s pacers, like Junaid Siddique and Zahid Ali, who recently scalped four wickets against Nepal, will be tasked with exploiting the fresh morning conditions in Dubai. The key to the UAE’s success will be maintaining pressure throughout the middle overs, an area where they have struggled to contain opponents in the past.
The Decisive Factors uae vs nepal
The pitch at the ICC Academy Oval is typically balanced, offering something for both batsmen and bowlers. A score in the region of 250-280 is generally considered par. The toss will be crucial, with the common strategy in Dubai being to bat first and put runs on the board.
For Nepal, the challenge lies in their top order stepping up to support the efforts of Paudel and Airee. If Kushal Bhurtel and Aasif Sheikh can provide a solid start, it will allow the middle order to play with more freedom.
