WI and Nepal to play bilateral in September in what is a ‘historic’ first bilateral T20I series between the two nations.
WI and Nepal will face-off in three T20Is in what will be the first bilateral series between the two teams, in September in Sharjah.
Cricket West Indies (CWI) statement called the “historic” series a “significant milestone in the ongoing mission to grow and globalize the game of cricket”. The matches will be played on September 27, 28, and 30 in the lead up to Nepal’s participation in the men’s T20 World Cup Asia qualifier later in the year.
“This series is more than just a set of international matches – it’s a celebration of the game’s expanding global footprint and a testament to what cricket represents: pride, purpose, and the power of unity,” CWI chief executive Chris Dehring said in the statement. “As a full-member nation, we see it as part of our responsibility to contribute to the development of cricket beyond our borders.
“Supporting Nepal in this key phase of their cricketing journey not only builds the sport at the grassroots and international levels but also reminds us of the deep pride and honour associated with representing our nation and wearing our national colours. We are proud to stand with Nepal at this moment in their history and look forward to exciting and competitive cricket in Sharjah.”
The opening game of the three-match T20I series that the West Indies T20I team is currently playing in Ireland washed out. At the same time, Nepal is in Scotland for a T20I tri-series that also includes the Netherlands.
Nepal is now ranked 18th in the format, while West Indies, the two-time World Cup champions, are ranked fifth.