Nepal announces squad for CWC League 2 series in Scotland

cricnepal Staff

May 10, 2025, 2 min read

The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) has announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup (CWC) League 2 series in Scotland. Rohit Paudel will continue to lead the side, with Dipendra Singh Airee named as vice-captain.

Fast bowler Nandan Yadav has earned a call-up to the ODI side, boosting Nepal’s pace options. With his inclusion, the team now features five seamers, including Sompal Kami, Karan KC, Gulshan Jha, and Rijan Dhakal. All-rounder Basir Ahmad has also retained his spot in the squad.

Notably, Shubh Kansakar, who was widely expected to receive his maiden call-up, has missed out. Pratish GC and Shahab Alam have also been left out of the touring squad.

Before heading to Scotland, the team will play a series of practice matches in England as part of their preparation. In the CWC League 2 series, Nepal is set to play two matches each against hosts Scotland and the Netherlands.

Following the conclusion of the League 2 series, Nepal will remain in Scotland to participate in a T20I Tri-Series. For the T20 leg, Kiran Thagunna, Lokesh Bam, and Rupesh Singh will join the squad post the League 2 fixtures.

Nepal’s Squad:

Rohit Paudel (c), Aasif Sheikh, Kushal Bhurtel, Anil Kumar Sah, Bhim Sharki, Aarif Sheikh, Basir Ahamad, Gulshan Kumar Jha, Dipendra Singh Airee, Sandeep Lamichhane, Sompal Kami, Karan KC, Lalit Narayan Rajbanshi, Nandan Yadav, Rijan Dhakal

Post-CWC League 2 T20I additions:
Kiran Thagunna, Lokesh Bam, Rupesh Kumar Singh