WI vs NEP Head-to-Head Record & Stats in T20Is – West Indies vs Nepal in UAE 2025
WI vs NEP Head-to-Head Record & Stats: West Indies will face Nepal in the first game of the three-match T20I series at Sharjah International Cricket Stadium, Sharjah, on 27 September 2025 at 20:00 IST.
The two teams have not yet faced each other in official T20 matches, so this will be their first encounter. West Indies will be looking to start the series strongly after recent losses to Pakistan and Australia, while Nepal will be looking to improve after a mixed performance in the recent tri-series.
WI vs NEP Head-to-Head in T20Is
| Matches Played | WI Won | NEP Won | No Result | First-ever Fixture | Most Recent Fixture |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – |
As this is their first meeting, no prior results exist, making this a fresh contest for both sides.
Comparative Stats:
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Experience: The West Indies have far more international T20 experience, while Nepal is still developing on the global stage.
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Batting Firepower: WI’s middle order, led by Jason Holder and Kyle Mayers, has consistently scored in pressure games. Nepal relies on top-order players like Kushal Bhurtel and Aasif Sheikh for their runs.
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Bowling Strength: WI’s spinners and pacers are tested in international conditions, while Nepal’s Sandeep Lamichhane is the key wicket-taker and X-factor.
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Recent Form: West Indies have struggled recently, winning only 1 of their last 5 matches, while Nepal has shown promise with 2 wins in their last 5 games.
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West Indies – Recent Performance (Last 5 T20Is)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Margin | Score (WI – Opp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug 25 | Pakistan | Lost | By 13 runs | 176/6 – 189/4 |
| 03 Aug 25 | Pakistan | Won | By 2 wickets | 135/8 – 133/9 |
| 01 Aug 25 | Pakistan | Lost | By 14 runs | 164/7 – 178/6 |
| 29 Jul 25 | Australia | Lost | By 3 wickets | 170/10 – 173/7 |
| 27 Jul 25 | Australia | Lost | By 3 wickets | 205/9 – 206/7 |
Nepal – Recent Performance (Last 5 T20Is)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Margin | Score (NEP – Opp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug 25 | Pakistan Shaheens | Lost | By 1 run | 144/9 – 145/8 |
| 20 Aug 25 | Melbourne Renegades A | Won | By 33 runs | 139/9 – 106/10 |
| 19 Aug 25 | Hobart Hurricanes A | Won | By 66 runs | 180/7 – 114/10 |
| 18 Aug 25 | Melbourne Stars A | Lost | By 31 runs | 144/7 – 175/7 |
| 16 Aug 25 | Bangladesh A | Lost | By 32 runs | 154/7 – 186/6 |
Key Player Battles
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Jason Holder vs Karan KC – Holder’s finishing ability against KC’s early breakthroughs.
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Kyle Mayers vs Sompal Kami – Powerful middle-order hitters facing strike bowlers.
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Akeal Hosein vs Sandeep Lamichhane – Spin all-rounders expected to control the middle overs.
WI vs NEP 1st T20I Match Prediction
If West Indies bat first: Expect Jason Holder and Kyle Mayers to give a strong start, with 180–200 runs competitive.
If Nepal bat first, Kushal Bhurtel and Aasif Sheikh could anchor the innings, targeting 170–190 runs.
Prediction: West Indies are favourites, but Nepal can challenge if their top order performs.