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Nepal and UAE Vie for T20 World Cup Spot in Crucial Qualifier
12 Oct
Summary
- Nepal and UAE commence Super Six stage of T20 World Cup Qualifier
- Three top teams will earn berths for 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka
- Match takes place at Al Amerat Cricket Ground on October 12, 2025

On October 12, 2025, Nepal and the United Arab Emirates are set to clash in a pivotal match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier. Both teams have emerged victorious in their respective groups and now find themselves in the Super Six stage, with the top three finishers earning a spot at the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.
Rohit Paudel's Nepal squad topped Group B with four points, while the UAE similarly led Group A with two straight wins. The high-stakes encounter at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 1) will be a crucial step in their pursuit of a coveted World Cup berth.
With the tournament's final stage now underway, the two teams will be eager to secure their place among the top three and book their tickets to the 2026 edition of cricket's premier T20 event. The match promises to be a thrilling affair as both sides look to take a significant stride towards their ultimate goal of representing their countries on the global stage.