Icc cwc league 2: Nepal Triumphs Over UAE in

By Ananya Rao / 08.03.2026

Nepal Triumphs Over UAE in ICC CWC League 2

Nepal secured a convincing victory over the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by 42 runs in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2, marking a significant step in their campaign for World Cup qualification. After winning the toss, Nepal posted a total of 229 runs, setting a challenging target for the UAE.

Bhim Sarki was the standout performer for Nepal, scoring 70 runs, while Aarif Sheikh contributed a valuable 43 runs to the total. The batting effort was complemented by a disciplined bowling performance, with Junaid Siddique leading the charge by taking 3 wickets. Other notable contributions came from Rohan Mustafa and Aryan Lakra, who each took 2 wickets, while Sompal Kami and Dipendra Singh Airee also claimed 3 wickets each.

In response, the UAE struggled to build partnerships and were ultimately bowled out for 187 runs in just 45 overs. Asif Khan was the top scorer for the UAE, managing to score 82 runs in a losing effort. This defeat places the UAE in a precarious position in the league.

This victory elevates Nepal to the 5th position in the points table of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2. With this win, Nepal is now in a stronger position to secure their ODI status, needing to win two more matches in the remaining fixtures.

Historically, Nepal has shown resilience in the league and can qualify for the World Cup qualifiers if they win all their remaining four matches. Their performance in this match against the UAE demonstrates their potential and determination to compete at higher levels.

As the tournament progresses, observers are keenly watching Nepal’s next moves. With Scotland and Oman already having qualified for the World Cup with 50 and 44 points respectively, the competition remains fierce. The ICC Men’s ODI World Cup is set to take place in India starting from October 2023, adding further significance to Nepal’s quest for qualification.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding the specific matchups and conditions for Nepal’s upcoming games, but their recent form suggests they are a team to watch in the lead-up to the World Cup qualifiers.