KATHMANDU: Nepal has clinched the Unity Cup T20 series with a match to spare, following a commanding 90-run victory over two-time T20 World Cup champions West Indies.
The match was held on the night of September 29 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in the United Arab Emirates, where Nepal delivered a dominant all-round performance. This win follows their historic 19-run triumph in the first match on Monday — Nepal’s first-ever victory against the West Indies in any format.
After winning the toss and opting to bat first, Nepal posted a total of 173 for 6 in their allotted 20 overs. Opener Asif Sheikh remained unbeaten on 68 off 47 balls, striking eight fours and two sixes. Sandeep Jora played a crucial supporting role, scoring 63 off 39 balls, which included five sixes and three fours. Mohammad Adil Alam added a quick 11 runs.
In response, the West Indies faltered early and were bowled out for just 83 runs in 17.1 overs. Jason Holder top-scored with 21 runs off 15 balls, including two sixes, while Ackeem Auguste contributed 17 and Amir Jangoo made 16.
Nepal’s bowlers were clinical in their execution. Mohammad Adil Alam starred with the ball as well, claiming 4 wickets. Kushal Bhurtel took 3, while Lalit Rajbanshi and Dipendra Singh Airee grabbed one wicket each.
For the West Indies, captain Akeal Hosein and Kyle Mayers took two wickets apiece, while Jediah Blades chipped in with one. With this emphatic win, Nepal not only secures the series but also continues to make significant strides on the international T20 stage.
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