As cricket enthusiasts gear up for the thrilling Nepal T20I Tri-Series, the opening clash will witness Nepal going head-to-head against the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This highly anticipated tournament, featuring Nepal, UAE, and Hong Kong, is set to commence on the 18th of October at the picturesque Mulpani Cricket Ground in Kathmandu, Nepal.
With the final showdown scheduled for the 27th of October, fans are in for a treat with seven exciting matches to look forward to. All games will be hosted at the Mulpani Cricket Ground, offering an excellent opportunity for players to showcase their skills in the limited-overs format.
NEP vs UAE – T20 Battle Commences
The first game of the Nepal T20I Tri-Series will witness Nepal locking horns with the United Arab Emirates. Both teams boast a respectable T20I record, with Nepal securing victories in three of their last five matches, while the UAE has a similar record, winning three out of their last five games.
In their previous encounters in this format, Nepal and the UAE have shared the spoils, each claiming three wins from their six clashes. This history sets the stage for an intense and evenly matched contest.
Head-to-Head Record
- Nepal: 3
- United Arab Emirates: 3
Weather Report
- Temperature: 23°C
- Humidity: 45%
- Wind Speed: 10 km/hr
- Precipitation: 30%
Pitch Report The Mulpani Cricket Ground is known for offering a neutral wicket, favoring both batsmen and bowlers. Spinners are expected to play a crucial role in the middle overs, while pacers will have opportunities throughout the game.
Injury Update (To be added when available)
Probable XIs Nepal:
- Kushal Bhurtel, Rohit Kumar Paudel ©, LB Bam, S Jora, Kushal Malla, Dipendra Singh Airee, Asif Sheikh (wk), A Bohara, Gulshan Kumar Jha, Karan KC, Sompal Kami
United Arab Emirates:
- Waseem Muhammad ©, Asif Khan, Alishan Sharafu, Muhammad Jawad Ullah, Basil Hameed, Aayan Khan, Ali Naseer, Nilansh Keswani, Aryansh Sharma (wk), Junaid Siddique, Zahoor Khan
Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Players Stats
- Aayan Khan: NA
- Waseem Muhammad: NA
- Kushal Bhurtel: NA
- Dipendra Singh-Airee: NA
Captaincy Picks
- Dipendra Singh Airee: A right-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler from Nepal.
- Kushal Bhurtel: A right-handed top-order batsman representing Nepal.
Top Picks
- Aayan Khan: A right-handed batsman and left-arm orthodox spinner hailing from the United Arab Emirates.
- Waseem Muhammad: A right-handed batsman and right-arm medium pacer, a key player for the UAE.
Budget Picks
- Kushal Malla: A left-handed batsman and left-arm orthodox spinner from Nepal.
- Basil Hameed: A right-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler representing the United Arab Emirates.
Captain and Vice-captain Choices
- Captain: Dipendra Singh Airee, Kushal Bhurtel
- Vice-Captain: Waseem Muhammad, Aayan Khan
Suggested Playing XIs
Playing XI No. 1 (Small Leagues and Head-to-Head)
- Keepers: Asif Sheikh, Aryansh Sharma
- Batsmen: Kushal Bhurtel, Waseem Muhammad (vc), Rohit Kumar Paudel
- All-rounders: Dipendra Singh Airee (c), Aayan Khan, Kushal Malla, Basil Hameed
- Bowlers: KC Karan, Junaid Siddiqui
Playing XI No. 2 (Grand Leagues)
- Keepers: Asif Sheikh
- Batsmen: Kushal Bhurtel (c), Waseem Muhammad, Rohit Kumar Paudel
- All-rounders: Dipendra Singh Airee, Aayan Khan (vc), Kushal Malla, Basil Hameed
- Bowlers: KC Karan, Junaid Siddiqui, Sompal Kami
Players to Avoid
- Alishan Sharafu and Sundeep Jora are suggested to be avoided in this game.
Expert Advice Dipendra Singh Airee makes for a safe captaincy choice, especially in mini-grand leagues. Sompal Kami and Aryansh Sharma could be intriguing punt picks. The recommended fantasy/Dream11 combination for this game is 2-3-4-2.
Probable Winners Nepal is expected to secure victory in this opening match of the Nepal T20I Tri-Series. However, in the unpredictable world of T20 cricket, anything can happen, making this clash a must-watch for cricket fans. Please note that team selection should be based on careful analysis and instinct, with the author’s analysis being a guideline.
