Kuwait vs Nepal is set to ignite the T20 cricket stage as two competitive sides clash in a highly anticipated encounter. With both teams preparing for upcoming ICC events, this match offers a great opportunity to assess form, combinations, and temperament under pressure.
Match Details
- Fixture: Kuwait vs Nepal
- Format: T20 International
- Date: April 13, 2025
- Time: 5:00 PM IST
- Venue: Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur
- Live Streaming: FanCode (India), ICC.tv
Head-to-Head Record
Nepal leads the head-to-head rivalry but Kuwait is closing the gap quickly with aggressive talent in both departments.
Pitch Report
The surface at Kirtipur often favors seamers early in the innings while aiding spinners later on. Scores around 150-160 are competitive, especially under lights.
- Average 1st Innings Score: 155
- Toss: Likely to field first
- Weather: Clear and dry, with temperatures around 26°C
Team Previews – Kuwait vs Nepal
Nepal
Nepal’s resurgence in international cricket is driven by a young core. The team banks on Aasif Sheikh, Dipendra Singh Airee, and Kushal Bhurtel for top-order stability. Their bowling revolves around spin duo Sandeep Lamichhane and Lalit Rajbanshi.
Kuwait
Kuwait bring explosive batting firepower with Ravija Sandaruwan and Usman Patel, while their pace battery led by Mohammed Aslam adds depth. All-rounders like Yasin Patel are expected to be game-changers.
Fantasy Picks
Top Batters:
- Kushal Bhurtel (NEP)
- Ravija Sandaruwan (KUW)
All-rounders:
- Dipendra Singh Airee (NEP)
- Yasin Patel (KUW)
Bowlers:
- Sandeep Lamichhane (NEP)
- Mohammed Aslam (KUW)
Probable XIs
Nepal: Aasif Sheikh (wk), Kushal Bhurtel, Rohit Paudel (c), Dipendra Singh Airee, Kushal Malla, Aarif Sheikh, Gulsan Jha, Sandeep Lamichhane, Lalit Rajbanshi, Karan KC, Sompal Kami
Kuwait: Usman Patel (wk), Ravija Sandaruwan, Meet Bhavsar, Adnan Idrees, Mohammed Aslam (c), Yasin Patel, Shiraz Khan, Shahrukh Quddus, Sayed Monib, Nawaf Ahmed, Bilal Tahir
The Kuwait vs Nepal contest promises to be a thrilling affair. With Nepal’s spin-heavy attack and Kuwait’s fearless top-order, the battle could go down to the wire. Expect fireworks in this emerging cricket rivalry, with a slight edge to Nepal based on recent form and depth.
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