The cricketing world witnessed a landmark moment when Nepal faced off against the West Indies in their first-ever bilateral T20I series in September 2025. This clash wasn’t just another fixture—it marked Nepal’s debut series against an ICC Full Member, and their performance made history.
📊 Head-to-Head Overview
Until 2025, Nepal and the West Indies had never met in a full international match. While Nepal had previously played against West Indies A in unofficial fixtures, the 2025 T20I series in Sharjah was their first official encounter with the senior West Indies side.
| Format | Matches Played | Nepal Wins | West Indies Wins | Draws/Ties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20I | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Date: September 27, 2025
Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium, UAE
Result: Nepal won by 19 runs
Nepal stunned the cricketing world by defeating the two-time T20 World Cup champions in their very first T20I meeting. Despite facing a second-string West Indies squad, the victory was a testament to Nepal’s growing prowess and team spirit.
🔥 Key Highlights:
- Nepal’s Innings: 148/8
- Rohit Paudel (38), Kushal Malla (30) led the charge.
- Jason Holder took 4 wickets, Navin Bidaisee grabbed 3, and Akeal Hossain picked 1 wicket.
- West Indies’ Chase: 129/9
- Bidaisee top-scored with 22.
- Nepal’s bowlers and fielders were exceptional, with Bhurtel and Yadav leading the defense.
Nepal’s win was built on a complete team effort—six batters hit sixes, six bowlers took wickets, and the fielding was sharp and decisive.
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🌍 Why This Matters
This victory was more than just a win—it was a statement. Nepal, an emerging cricket nation, showed they could compete with and defeat a Full Member team. It also marked a turning point in their cricketing journey, inspiring fans and players alike.
- First win against a Full Member in any format
- First T20I against West Indies
- First bilateral series against a Full Member
🧭 Looking Ahead
With two more matches scheduled in the series, Nepal has a chance to solidify its reputation and possibly clinch a historic series win. For the West Indies, it’s a wake-up call to reassess their depth and resilience.
Nepal’s triumph over the West Indies isn’t just a cricketing statistic—it’s a story of ambition, grit, and the rise of a new force in international cricket. The head-to-head may have just begun, but it already carries the weight of history.
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