WI vs NEP 2025 1st T20I Match Result

Updated：Nepal beat West Indies by 19 runs.

Nepal just pulled off a massive cricketing moment, stunning the West Indies by 19 runs in Sharjah! Yep, that West Indies, two-time T20 world champs. In their very first T20I against a Full Member team, Nepal didn’t just show up, they showed out. Rohit Paudel top-scored with a gritty 38, while Kushal Malla brought the fireworks with a couple of big sixes. Even though the Windies had some moments, especially Jason Holder’s 4-wicket blitz. Nepal’s 148 for 8 turned out to be more than enough thanks to sharp fielding, disciplined bowling, and a touch of flair.

Nepal edge out the West Indies by 19 runs to seal a historic first win against a Test-playing nation in Sharjah 👏#NEPvWI 📝: https://t.co/0dFqI76KHW pic.twitter.com/byhjseLYlx

— ICC (@ICC) September 27, 2025

Chasing 149, West Indies had an early burst but fizzled quickly. A direct hit from Bhurtel to get rid of Kyle Mayers set the tone, and from there, Nepal’s spinners took over. The run chase turned into a crawl as the pressure mounted. Even with some late fireworks (and a couple of dropped catches), the West Indies just couldn’t keep up with the rate. Karan KC sealed it by removing Hosein, leaving too much for Fabian Allen at the death. All in all, a landmark win for Nepal, and one that’ll be remembered for a long, long time!

🇳🇵A new chapter written in Nepal’s cricketing story! 📣

Rhinos 🇳🇵 defeats West Indies by 19 runs our first-ever triumph against a full member nation! pic.twitter.com/98cJlLMAwP

— CAN (@CricketNep) September 27, 2025

WI vs NEP 2025 1st T20I – Match Details

WI vs NEP 2025 1st T20I – Possible Squad List

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WI vs NEP 2025 1st T20I – First Ever Clash in UAE

Yes, this is not just the first meeting of the year between West Indies and Nepal, it is actually the first ever T20I encounter in their history. Many seasoned fans already know the background, but let us go through the details and also explain why the opponents are West Indies and Nepal.

WI vs NEP – Why Nepal and not UAE

Some people might wonder why the match is being played in the UAE but the hosts are not facing the UAE team, and the main reason is business potential. In recent years, cricket games in Kathmandu’s TU Ground have been drawing packed crowds almost every time, and online live streams often reach 150,000 to 180,000 viewers, which gives ICC a big commercial opportunity. While the UAE also has a large South Asian community, it is already a mature and stable market, whereas Nepal is a fast-growing market with fans who watch every game regardless of the opponent, unlike the UAE audience where immigrant groups tend to follow only their own national teams, and this makes Nepal the more attractive option.

WI vs NEP – Factors Beyond Business?

Apart from commercial reasons, Nepal has shown steady improvement on the field. They have qualified for several recent T20 World Cups and earned recognition for their progress. Logistics also favour Nepal: the flight from Kathmandu to the UAE is only about four hours, while teams from North America such as the United States or Canada would need at least 13 to 14 hours of travel. Time zone differences also matter for broadcast timings. Even if you consider European teams like the Netherlands or Scotland, their online audience numbers are far lower than Nepal’s, which reduces the overall revenue potential. Taking all these points together, Nepal becomes the clear choice.

WI vs NEP – Conclusion

Although this series carries official ICC status, for both teams it works more like a warm-up opportunity. Nepal need more experience against top sides, and West Indies are in a rebuilding phase and looking for the right opponents to test new players. The result is not the key focus, but if we have to predict a scoreline, West Indies 2-1 Nepal seems a reasonable call.

WI vs NEP 2025 1st T20I – Venue History&Analysis: Sharjah Cricket Stadium

Stadium Capacity: Around 39,000 spectators

Stadium Address: Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Second Industrial Street, Industrial Area 5, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

About the Stadium:

Sharjah Cricket Stadium is one of the most celebrated neutral venues in world cricket. It was brought to life in 1982 by Abdul Rahman Bukhatir, whose deep love for the game and sharp eye for its commercial value inspired him to promote cricket across the UAE. His vision not only helped Sharjah earn global recognition but also gave the Emirates a stronger presence on the international cricket map, at times even outshining Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

The stadium’s worldwide fame grew when Bukhatir launched the Cricketers Benefit Fund Series (CBFS) in 1981, a tournament that continued until 2003. During those 22 years Sharjah hosted more than 200 international matches, making it a unique landmark in UAE cricket history. Even though the number of matches today is far fewer than in its golden era, Sharjah remains a key neutral venue of international importance.

All West Indies vs Nepal in UAE 2025 Match:

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