Nepal Wins Toss and Chooses to Bat in First T20I Against UAE
In the opening match of the two-match T20I series, Nepal has won the toss and decided to bat first against the United Arab Emirates. The game is being held at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, with the second match scheduled for Tuesday at the same venue.
Playing XIs for Both Teams
The playing elevens for both sides have been announced, featuring key players from each squad.
Nepal XI:
- Arjun Saud (wicketkeeper)
- Basir Ahamad
- Dipendra Singh Airee (captain)
- Gulsan Jha
- Hemant Dhami
- Kushal Bhurtel
- Kushal Malla
- Nandan Yadav
- Sandeep Lamichhane
- Sher Malla
- Sundeep Jora
United Arab Emirates XI:
- Adeeb Usmani (wicketkeeper)
- Muhammad Waseem (captain)
- Alishan Sharafu
- Harpreet Singh Bhatia
- Sohaib Khan
- Haider Ali
- Khuzaima Tanveer
- Muhammad Arfan
- Junaid Siddique
- Akshdeep Nath
- Muhammad Zuhaib
Series Overview and Match Details
This match marks the beginning of a two-T20I series between Nepal and UAE, with both teams looking to gain an early advantage. The toss decision by Nepal to bat first sets the stage for an exciting contest, as they aim to post a competitive total. The venue, Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, is expected to provide a balanced pitch for both batting and bowling.
Live coverage of the match includes updates on the scorecard, commentary, and match statistics, ensuring fans stay informed throughout the game.
Squad Lists for Reference
In addition to the playing XIs, the full squads for both teams have been released, highlighting the depth and talent available for the series.
United Arab Emirates Squad: Aryansh Sharma (wicketkeeper), Muhammad Waseem (captain), Alishan Sharafu, Sohaib Khan, Muhammad Arfan, Haider Ali, Junaid Siddique, Muhammad Jawadullah, Adeeb Usmani, Akshdeep Nath, Harpreet Singh Bhatia, Khuzaima Tanveer, Muhammad Zuhaib, Nilansh Keswani, Jash Giyanani, Ajay Kumar, Muhammad Shahdad.
Nepal Squad: Arjun Saud (wicketkeeper), Basir Ahamad, Dipendra Singh Airee (captain), Gulsan Jha, Hemant Dhami, Kushal Bhurtel, Kushal Malla, Nandan Yadav, Sandeep Lamichhane, Sher Malla, Sundeep Jora, Pratis GC, Lokesh Bam, Santosh Yadav, Narayan Joshi, Rashid Khan, Shahab Alam, Aarif Sheikh.
As the action unfolds, cricket enthusiasts can follow the live score and key moments from this highly anticipated T20I clash.
