Nepal Stun West Indies in 1st T20I 2025 Historic Win in Sharjah Full Scorecard & Analysis
Nepal created history by defeating West Indies in the 1st T20I 2025 at Sharjah by 19 runs. Read full pre and post-match analysis, detailed scorecard, top performances by Rohit Paudel and Sompal Kami, and fans’ reactions to Nepal’s stunning upset against the Caribbean side.
🏏 West Indies vs Nepal T20 Series 2025 — Nepal Create History with Back-to-Back Wins
The cricketing world witnessed history in the West Indies vs Nepal T20I series 2025 as Nepal defeated the mighty Caribbean side in back-to-back matches to register their first-ever series win over a Full Member nation. The underdogs from the Himalayas showed courage, discipline, and skill — shocking the world with their dominant all-round performances.
🏆 1st T20I: Nepal Stun West Indies by 19 Runs
Date: 27 September 2025
Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium, UAE
Result: Nepal won by 19 runs
Player of the Match: Rohit Paudel (Nepal)
🏁 Pre-Match Analysis
The opening match of the series promised a fascinating contest between experience and rising talent. While West Indies entered as heavy favourites, Nepal carried the hunger of proving themselves on the global stage. Conditions in Sharjah were dry and slow, favouring spin and tactical bowling — an advantage Nepal hoped to capitalize on.
Nepal captain Rohit Paudel emphasized the importance of playing fearless cricket, while West Indies skipper Akeal Hosein aimed to test new combinations ahead of upcoming global events. Analysts expected a one-sided encounter, but what followed stunned the cricketing fraternity.
📋 Nepal Innings – 148/8 (20 Overs)
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kushal Bhurtel | 6 | 11 | 1 | 0 |
| Aasif Sheikh (wk) | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Rohit Paudel (c) | 38 | 35 | 3 | 1 |
| Kushal Malla | 30 | 21 | 2 | 2 |
| Gulsan Jha | 22 | 16 | 0 | 2 |
| Dipendra Singh Airee | 17 | 19 | 0 | 1 |
| Sundeep Jora | 9 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| Sompal Kami | 6 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Karan KC | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Nandan Yadav | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Extras: 10 (all wides)
Total: 148/8 (20 Overs)
West Indies Bowling:
- Jason Holder: 4/25
- Akeal Hosein: 2/30
- Fabian Allen: 1/22
📋 West Indies Innings – 129/9 (20 Overs)
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Mayers | 5 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| Amir Jangoo (wk) | 19 | 22 | 2 | 0 |
| Ackeem Auguste | 15 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| Jewel Andrew | 5 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| Jason Holder | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Akeal Hosein (c) | 18 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
| Obed McCoy | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Keacy Carty | 16 | 15 | 1 | 1 |
| Fabian Allen | 19 | 14 | 3 | 0 |
| Naveen Bidaisee | 22 | 25 | 1 | 2 |
Total: 129/9 (20 Overs)
Result: Nepal won by 19 runs
Top Nepal Bowlers:
- Sompal Kami: 3/19
- Karan KC: 2/21
- Sandeep Lamichhane: 1/24
🧠 Post-Match Analysis
Nepal’s victory was built on discipline and belief. Despite losing early wickets, Rohit Paudel and Kushal Malla rebuilt with maturity. Their middle-order runs pushed the total near 150 — a defendable target on a sluggish Sharjah pitch.
West Indies, known for their power-hitting, struggled against Nepal’s intelligent bowling and field placements. Sompal Kami’s spell of 3/19 broke the Caribbean backbone early, and Lamichhane’s spin created continuous pressure.
This win marked Nepal’s first-ever victory over a Full Member in T20Is — a truly historic moment.
🙌 Fans’ Reaction
Nepal’s cricket fans erupted with pride and celebration. Social media flooded with congratulatory posts, calling this triumph a new dawn for Nepal cricket.
“We have conquered a mountain higher than Everest — defeating West Indies is a dream come true!” wrote one fan.
Caribbean fans, meanwhile, expressed disappointment, criticizing the team’s complacency and lack of preparation.
