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USA Cricket Prepares for ICC CWC League 2 Tri-Series in Dubai
10/26/2025, 9:54:16 PM
Upcoming Tri-Series Overview
USA Cricket has announced its squad and schedule for the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 tri-series, set to take place in the United Arab Emirates from October 26 to November 5, 2025. The series will feature the USA, Nepal, and the UAE, with all matches commencing at 9:30 AM local time at the Dubai International Stadium and ICC Academy Oval. The USA team is currently in Dubai, preparing for their opening match against Nepal on October 26.
USA Squad and Coaching Staff
The USA Men's National Team, captained by Monank Patel and vice-captained by Jessy Singh, includes players such as Saurabh Netravalkar, Rushil Ugarkar, and Shubham Ranjane, both of whom are set to make their ODI debuts. The coaching staff is led by Head Coach Pubudu Dassanayake, supported by Vincent Kumar and Rishi Bhardwaj as assistant coaches, among others.
Match Schedule
The tri-series schedule is as follows:
- October 26: Nepal vs USA – Dubai International Stadium
- October 28: UAE vs USA – Dubai International Stadium
- October 30: UAE vs Nepal – ICC Academy (Oval 1)
- November 1: Nepal vs USA – ICC Academy (Oval 1)
- November 3: UAE vs USA – Dubai International Stadium
- November 5: UAE vs Nepal – ICC Academy (Oval 1)
All matches will be streamed live on ICC.tv.
Importance of the Tri-Series
This tri-series is a crucial component of the ongoing ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2, which serves as a pathway for qualification to the 2027 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup. Each team will play four matches, with points contributing to the League 2 standings that determine advancement to the next stage of World Cup qualification.
Current Form of Nepal
Nepal enters the series positioned 7th in the ICC CWC League 2 points table, with a record of 5 wins and 9 losses. They have shown recent improvement, winning 3 out of their last 4 completed ODI matches. Key players for Nepal include captain Rohit Kumar Paudel and top wicket-taker Sompal Kami, who has claimed 17 wickets in the tournament.
Criticism & Opposition
While the USA team is optimistic about their performance, some analysts suggest that Nepal's recent form and experience in ODIs may give them an edge in the upcoming matches. Predictions indicate a competitive series, with Nepal expected to perform strongly based on their current momentum.
Official Statements
Head Coach Pubudu Dassanayake emphasized the importance of this series for the USA's League 2 campaign, stating, “The squad has shown consistency and determination throughout the season, and we are eager to build on that momentum against two quality opponents in UAE and Nepal.”
What's Next
Following the tri-series, the outcomes will significantly impact the standings in the ICC CWC League 2, influencing the qualification prospects for the 2027 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup. The USA team aims to leverage this opportunity to enhance their competitive standing on the international stage.
