The Nepal vs Kuwait prediction for the Final T20 of the Hong Kong T20I Quadrangular Series 2025 is set to showcase a thrilling conclusion to this tournament. Scheduled on Sunday, 13th April 2025, at Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok, both teams will battle for the championship title. Nepal enters as the overwhelming favorite, but Kuwait has proven to be a dangerous underdog. Cricketwebs provides 100% match prediction tips for every cricket match.
Table of content
- 1 Match Details
- 2 Team Previews
- 3 Team Squads
- 4 Probable Playing XI
- 5 Fantasy Team XI & Analysis
- 6 Favourite Team Today
- 7 Nepal T20I History
- 8 Kuwait T20I History
- 9 Head-to-Head Stats
- 10 Pitch Report – Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok
- 11 Weather Report
- 12 Broadcast Details
- 13 Toss Prediction
- 14 Match Prediction
- 15 Share this:
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Match Details
| Match | Nepal vs Kuwait – Final, HK T20I Quadrangular Series 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, April 13, 2025 |
| Time | 11:00 AM IST |
| Venue | Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok |
| Broadcast | Fancode |
Team Previews
Nepal Team Preview
Nepal has been dominant throughout the tournament, and they have all the ingredients of a champion T20I side. The top order is stacked with match-winners like Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh, and Kushal Malla, while the middle order boasts dependable names like Dipendra Singh Airee and Rohit Paudel.
The all-round capabilities of Gulsan Jha, Sompal Kami, and Karan KC make Nepal one of the most balanced associate teams. Their bowling is spearheaded by Lalit Rajbanshi and Karan KC, who have the knack for breaking crucial partnerships.
Nepal’s experience in pressure games, along with their recent T20 form and a spotless record against Kuwait, gives them a clear edge in this final.
Kuwait Team Preview
Kuwait enters this final after some gritty performances in the tournament. Led by Mohammed Aslam, they’ve shown remarkable fight. Ravija Sandaruwan and Usman Patel have been their batting mainstays, while Bilal Tahir and Yasin Patel have impressed with the ball.
Despite being relatively less experienced on the international stage, Kuwait’s energy, and team unity are notable. The key will be to perform as a unit and apply pressure early on. Their bowling will need to contain Nepal’s aggressive batters up top.
However, facing a clinical Nepal in a final will be their toughest test yet.
Team Squads
Nepal Squad: Aasif Sheikh (wk), Rohit Paudel (c), Kushal Bhurtel, Kushal Malla, Dipendra Singh Airee, Gulsan Jha, Basir Ahamad, Sompal Kami, Rijan Dhakal, Lalit Rajbanshi, Nandan Yadav, Karan KC, Aarif Sheikh
Kuwait Squad: Meet Bhavsar (wk), Mohammed Aslam (c), Ravija Sandaruwan, Clinto Anto, Usman Patel, Bilal Tahir, Muhammad Umar, Anudeep Chenthamara, Mohamed Shafeeq, Nimish Lathief, Naveenraj Rajendran, Yasin Patel, Mirza Ahmed, Ilyas Ahmed
Probable Playing XI
Nepal XI:
- Kushal Bhurtel
- Aasif Sheikh (wk)
- Kushal Malla
- Rohit Paudel (c)
- Dipendra Singh Airee
- Gulsan Jha
- Sompal Kami
- Karan KC
- Lalit Rajbanshi
- Basir Ahamad
- Rijan Dhakal
Kuwait XI:
- Meet Bhavsar (wk)
- Ravija Sandaruwan
- Mohammed Aslam (c)
- Usman Patel
- Clinto Anto
- Bilal Tahir
- Yasin Patel
- Naveenraj Rajendran
- Muhammad Umar
- Ilyas Ahmed
- Mohamed Shafeeq
Fantasy Team XI & Analysis
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| WK | Aasif Sheikh |
| BAT | Kushal Bhurtel, Ravija Sandaruwan, Rohit Paudel |
| AR | Dipendra Singh Airee (C), Gulsan Jha, Bilal Tahir (VC) |
| BOWL | Karan KC, Lalit Rajbanshi, Yasin Patel, Sompal Kami |
Fantasy Analysis
- Captain Choice: Dipendra Singh Airee – A powerful striker and match-winning all-rounder, consistent with both bat and ball.
- Vice-Captain Choice: Bilal Tahir – Kuwait’s key man with both ball and bat, delivers in crunch moments.
Players to Avoid:
- Clinto Anto – Yet to make a significant mark in this tournament.
- Nimish Lathief – Low fantasy potential and rarely featured in key moments.
Favourite Team Today
Nepal are favorites to win the final due to their stronger batting depth, disciplined bowling attack, and impressive form. Their T20I experience and winning mentality make them hard to beat, especially against associate opposition.
Nepal T20I History
Nepal has played 97 T20 Internationals, winning 56 and losing 39. They’ve consistently performed well in regional and ICC tournaments, known for producing high-impact all-rounders and attacking bowlers. Nepal is one of the most promising associate nations globally.
Kuwait T20I History
Kuwait has participated in 73 T20Is, winning 41 and losing 31. Despite being a lesser-known side, they’ve built a decent T20 record, often surprising stronger teams. With improved structure and young talents, Kuwait continues to rise in associate cricket.
Head-to-Head Stats
| Matches Played | Nepal Wins | Kuwait Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Nepal dominates the head-to-head battle with two comprehensive victories.
Pitch Report – Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok
- Surface: Balanced pitch offering help to spinners
- Par Score: 155-170
- Batting First Advantage: Yes, if the pitch slows down
- Outfield: Quick
Weather Report
- Condition: Clear and sunny
- Temperature: 28°C
- Humidity: 58%
- Rain Possibility: 0%
Broadcast Details
- Streaming: Available live on Fancode
Toss Prediction
- Toss Winner: Nepal
- Decision: Bat First – apply scoreboard pressure in a high-stakes final
Match Prediction
Predicted Winner: Nepal Will Win
Reason: Superior squad depth, explosive batting order, consistent bowling unit, and a spotless record against Kuwait position Nepal as strong favorites to lift the title in Mong Kok.
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
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