West Indies (WI) will take on Nepal (NEP) in the opening T20I of their three-match series at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Saturday, September 27. This contest marks Nepal’s historic first-ever bilateral series against a Full Member nation, making it a significant milestone in their cricket journey. The Caribbean side, led by stand-in skipper Akeal Hosein in the absence of Shai Hope, has introduced five uncapped players, including Ackeem Auguste and Amir Jangoo, alongside experienced campaigners like Jason Holder, Fabian Allen, and Kyle Mayers.

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West Indies enter this series following a 1-2 defeat to Pakistan in their last T20I outing, seeking redemption with a new-look squad. Meanwhile, Nepal has recalled all-rounder Mohammad Aadil Alam and batter Sundeep Jora to bolster their side. Rohit Paudel continues to lead with Dipendra Singh Airee as vice-captain. The spotlight remains on star spinner Sandeep Lamichhane, supported by Lalit Rajbanshi’s return. Nepal carries winning momentum, having triumphed in three of their last four T20 encounters.

West Indies tour of Nepal, 2025, 1st T20I: West Indies vs Nepal: Live Streaming Details

West Indies tour of Nepal, 2025, 1st T20I: West Indies vs Nepal: Probable Playing XI

West Indies (WI):

Jewel Andrew (wk), Kyle Mayers, Keacy Carty, Amir Jangoo, Ackeem Auguste, Jason Holder, Fabian Allen, Akeal Hosein (c), Shamar Springer, Obed McCoy, Jediah Blades

Nepal (NEP):

Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh (wk), Rohit Paudel (c), Aarif Sheikh, Dipendra Singh Airee, Lokesh Bam, Kushal Malla, Gulsan Jha, Sompal Kami, Sandeep Lamichhane, Lalit Rajbanshi