Nepal is gearing up to face the United Arab Emirates (UAE) today in what promises to be an exciting second match of the ICC World Cricket League 2 ODI series in Dubai. The match is set to take place at the ICC Academy, starting at 11:15 a.m. Nepali time.
Both teams are eager for a comeback after experiencing defeats in their respective opening matches against the United States. Nepal faced a significant loss, falling short by 106 runs, while the UAE lost by four wickets. With both sides seeking to secure their first victory in the series, the match is expected to be fiercely competitive.
Historically, Nepal and UAE have met in ODI matches 15 times, with Nepal emerging victorious in nine of those encounters, while UAE has clinched victory in six matches. This statistic adds an intriguing layer to today’s contest as both teams aim to improve their standing in the tournament.
As for the League 2 standings, the USA is currently leading the pack with 32 points from 22 matches, followed closely by Scotland with 30 points. Nepal currently ranks seventh with 12 points from 17 matches, while UAE is at the bottom with just six points from the same number of games.
With both teams desperate for a win, fans can expect an intense battle on the field. Nepal will hope to capitalize on their previous head-to-head advantage against the UAE to turn their fortunes around in this critical match.