
Nepal Scripted history in Sharjah on Saturday, September 27, defeating two -time World Cup winner West Indies first in T20i by 19 runs Series. This further marked them First win against a full member nation In international cricket. It was a historic night that will always be placed in the memory of Nepali cricket, a symbol of their development and flexibility on the global stage.
In a competition that saw the speed of ups and downs, the Caribbean veterans were dropped with both Nepal’s bat and ball. Rohit Poddal LED from front with a great all-round display, guiding his team at the crunch moments. His bat and significant success with the ball gave him the Player of the Match award. In the match too, Nepal bowlers were raised in front of pressure, which defends a minor target with grit and discipline. The victory took a 1-0 lead in the three-match series, which was celebrating among their supporters worldwide.
Rohit Pudel shines as Nepal. Set a competitive total against the West Indies
Captain Paudel was once again the backbone of Nepal’s batting, as he had 38 runs out of 38 runs 35 delivery, he put the innings together after the initial failures. Nepal lost both openers cheaply, but Paudel’s time with partnership Kushal Malla (30 to 21) and Gulson Jha (22 of 16) stabilized the innings. The team finished 148/8 in their 20 overs and scored just seven runs in per over. While the wickets fell at regular intervals, the intention to keep the scoreboard running was clear the whole time.
Paudel hit three borders and one six, while Malla’s aggressive strokeplay put the Caribbean bowlers under pressure. The lower order pasted with a handi cameo, which included a Quickfire 7 to 2 balls. Nandan YadavWho added valuable runs on death. For the West Indies, Jason holder The standout bowler was, claiming 4/20 with his clever variations. Naveen bidasi Also impressed on the debut, raised 3/29, but the rest of the bowling lacks stability. Nepal looked a total of 148 competitive, but certainly a power-pack was not unavailable against the West Indies batting line-up.
Nepal bowlers offer knockout punch in historical defense in 1 T20I
Defending 149, Nepal bowlers displayed remarkable composition and discipline to limit the West Indies to 129/9 in their 20 overs. Kushal bhurtelWhich was a cool outing with the bat, made a strong impact with the ball to grab two major wickets, including holders and Bidasi. Lalit Rajbanshi And Paudel stuck with one wicket with one wicket, while young Nandan hit his only over to add to the Caribbean crises.
The bend came into the mid -overs when the West Indies slipped from 53/3 to 76/6, courtesy of sharp fielding and tight bowling. Bidasi (22) and resistance from Fabian allen (19), Nepal remained striking at significant intervals to deny any speed. Captain Akil HosinThe hopes of late return of 9 runs from 18 runs increased, but Karan K.C. He was rejected by everyone but sealed the game. Sompal kami It proved to be expensive, but the rest of the attacks were made with disciplined mantras. Eventually, the famous power-touching of the West Indies was neutralized by Nepal’s strategic talent and tireless energy in the region. The 19 -run win marked one of Nepal’s most memorable win in international cricket, a performance that would be remembered as a decisive moment for his T20I visit.
Here’s how fans reacted:
Nepal has made history in Sharjah. He defeated the West Indies in a T20I in Sharjah. His first win over a full member nation! #NEPVWWI
– Aatif Nawaz (@AatifnaWaz) 27 September, 2025
Congratulations to Nepal for a wonderful victory over West Indies!
– Angelo Mathews (@Angelo 69MATHEWS) 27 September, 2025
There is a lot to praise this man’s leadership qualities. Rohit Paudel is a natural leader. Every time he speaks, his calm behavior, mature approach and option of words say a lot about the person and professional.
Rohit is one of the few leaders who know the way, … pic.twitter.com/ZFQAOIZXRR
– Mikkhel Vaswani (@mikkhailvaswani) 27 September, 2025
Blue sea in Sharajah!
Nepal’s fans are just a few – love for cricket in Nepal is unmatched.#NEPVWWI #WIVNEP #Nepvswi #WIVSNEP pic.twitter.com/iftvyaut7c
– Saabir Zafar (@saabir_saabu01) 27 September, 2025
Congratulations @Nepalcrick Who won his first win against a full member nation! A great day in his history.#NEPVWWI
– Cricblog ✍ (@cric_blog) September 28, 2025
New chapter written in Nepal’s cricketing story!
Rhinos 🇳🇵 is our first victory against a full member nation by defeating West Indies 19! pic.twitter.com/98cjllmawp
– Can (@cricktnep) 27 September, 2025
What moment for Nepal! What is one day for Nepal cricket!
For the first time in T20, Nepal cricket is growing by facing the West Indies and defeating them. His passionate fans are really worth every bit of this! pic.twitter.com/jbwjzmgiav
– Junaiz (@Dhillow_) 27 September, 2025
220k+ Nepal vs. West Indies Game on YouTube, with cheering with 3K+ ground (neutral site) – a true testament for Nepal’s passion for cricket.
Hey world cricket, pay attention and consider creating regular games against Nepal. Cricket craze in Nepal is absolutely unreal! pic.twitter.com/zelqwhqjmp
– ICC Asia Cricket 27 September, 2025
Congratulations to us! Nepal played very well! We needed this victory! Our first against big boys! very well done!
Also a sublime spirit to be in the com box with the best in business, Ian Bishop! Incredible feeling! pic.twitter.com/er5jplfzgi
– Sachin Timsena (@Timalsenasachin) 27 September, 2025
Rohit Poodel saves a captain’s performance!
38 (35) with BAT bat
Raised 1 wicket in 3 overs for 20 runsA full round show to guide Nepal for his first win against a full member nation!#NEPVWWI #NEPALCRICKET #Nepal #Rohitpaudel, pic.twitter.com/2UVZFJCNBP
– CRICKETIMES.COM (@crickettimeshq) September 28, 2025
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