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Nepal Claims Historic T20 Win Over West Indies

9/29/2025

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Nepal's Historic Victory

Nepal sealed a historic 19-run win over West Indies in Sharjah on September 27, 2025, its first victory against a Test-playing nation in T20.
Rohit Paudel, Nepal's captain, scored 38 as the bowlers restricted West Indies to 129.
Paudel dedicated the victory to the martyrs of the protests; Nepal eyes a series clincher on September 29, 2025.

Summary

Nepal Dominates West Indies

Nepal secured a 2-0 T20 series win over West Indies in first bilateral series against a Test-playing nation.
In the second T20I, Nepal posted 173; Aasif Sheikh 68 and Sundeep Jora 63 powered a 90-run win.
West Indies were bowled out for 83, their lowest total against an Associate.
Aadil Alam 4 for 24; Kushal Bhurtel 3 wickets; final 30 September 2025.

History

Historical Context

In 1996, the ICC granted One Day International status to Nepal, marking a significant milestone for cricket in the country. This development laid the groundwork for Nepal's cricketing growth, culminating in their historic 2-0 T20 series victory over the West Indies in 2025. Captain Rohit Paudel's tribute to protest martyrs during the celebration highlights the sport's role in fostering national pride.

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Nepal's Historic Victory

Nepal sealed a historic 19-run win over West Indies in Sharjah on September 27, 2025, its first victory against a Test-playing nation in T20.
Rohit Paudel, Nepal's captain, scored 38 as the bowlers restricted West Indies to 129.
Paudel dedicated the victory to the martyrs of the protests; Nepal eyes a series clincher on September 29, 2025.

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