The three-match T20 International series between Nepal and the West Indies, starting on September 28, will mark a significant fixture on the international cricket calendar, providing a crucial opportunity for the rising Asian side to test its mettle against an established Caribbean powerhouse.

The three-match T20I series is set to span four days, with the first match taking place on September 27, 2025, immediately followed by the second fixture on September 29, and concluding with the third and final match on September 30, 2025. The entire series will be centralized at a single location, the renowned Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah, UAE, with all matches scheduled to commence in the evening.

Nepal vs West Indies T20Is 2025

Scheduled for the end of September 2025, the series is entirely hosted by the familiar, neutral conditions of the UAE, ensuring a globally accessible viewing experience despite the high-profile nature of the clash. The West Indies team enters the fixture under temporary leadership, allowing several promising players a debut opportunity, while Nepal fields a strong side captained by Rohit Paudel, aiming to build on its recent competitiveness in the shorter format. Historically, the two senior teams have only crossed paths once in any official format, which occurred during an ODI at the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2023 where the West Indies secured a comprehensive 101-run victory, a result heavily influenced by a century from Shai Hope.

NEP vs WI: Team composition and captaincy

The two competing squads feature contrasting, yet compelling, dynamics, particularly concerning captaincy and player debuts. Nepal will be led by captain Rohit Paudel, and their squad includes highly experienced players crucial to their success, such as the spin wizard Sandeep Lamichhane, along with the all-round capabilities of Dipendra Singh Airee and the batting prowess of Kushal Malla and Kaushal Bhurtel, indicating a strong line-up of their senior core. The West Indies, meanwhile, will be captained by Akeal Hosein, as their regular skipper, Shai Hope, is sitting out the series.

This series is also designated as a major stepping stone for several players, with five young talents, Ackeem Auguste, Navin Bidaisee, Zishan Motara, Ramon Simmonds and Amir Jangoo, all in line to make their official T20 International debuts. Additionally, Karima Gore is set to make his debut for the West Indies, having previously gained international experience playing for the USA.

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Nepal vs West Indies, UAE 2025: T20I Series Schedule

Squads:

Nepal: Rohit Paudel (captain), Dipendra Singh Airee (vice-captain), Aasif Sheikh (wicket-keeper), Sandeep Lamichhane, Kushal Bhurtel, Lokesh Bam, Kushal Malla, Mohammad Adil Alam, Aarif Sheikh, Sundeep Jora, Karan KC, Nandan Yadav, Gulsan Jha, Lalit Rajbanshi, Sompal Kami, Shahab Alam.

West Indies: Akeal Hosein (captain), Fabian Allen, Jewel Andrew, Ackeem Auguste, Navin Bidaisee, Jediah Blades, Keacy Carty, Karima Gore, Jason Holder, Amir Jangoo, Kyle Mayers, Obed McCoy, Zishan Motara, Ramon Simmonds, Shamar Springer

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