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 vs Nepal 2nd T20I at Sharjah, 29 September 2025, 20:00 IST
After Nepal stunned West Indies in the first T20I at Sharjah with a thrilling 19-run win, the two teams are set to clash again in the 2nd T20I on 29 September 2025. This will be Nepal’s chance to seal a historic series win, while West Indies will fight hard to level the contest.
WI vs NEP Head-to-Head in T20Is
| Matches Played | WI Won | NEP Won | No Result | First-ever Fixture | Most Recent Fixture |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 27 Sep 2025 | 27 Sep 2025 |
Nepal lead the head-to-head 1-0 after their win in the opening clash at Sharjah.
Comparative Stats:
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Experience: West Indies bring a wealth of international T20 exposure, while Nepal are just beginning their journey against full-member nations.
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Batting Firepower: WI rely on Kyle Mayers, Jason Holder, and Fabian Allen for big-hitting, while Nepal depend on captain Rohit Paudel and Kushal Bhurtel to anchor.
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Bowling Strength: WI’s spin duo of Akeal Hosein and Navin Bidaisee adds bite, while Jason Holder’s 4/20 in the opener proved his value. Nepal’s spinners Lalit Rajbanshi and Kushal Bhurtel were the real difference-makers in the first match.
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Recent Form: Nepal have momentum on their side with 3 wins in their last 5 games, while WI have managed only 1 win in their last 5 matches.
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West Indies – Recent Performance (Last 5 T20Is)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Margin | Score (WI – Opp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Sep 25 | Nepal | Lost | By 19 runs | 129/9 – 148/8 |
| 04 Aug 25 | Pakistan | Lost | By 13 runs | 176/6 – 189/4 |
| 03 Aug 25 | Pakistan | Won | By 2 wkts | 135/8 – 133/9 |
| 01 Aug 25 | Pakistan | Lost | By 14 runs | 164/7 – 178/6 |
| 29 Jul 25 | Australia | Lost | By 3 wkts | 170/10 – 173/7 |
Nepal – Recent Performance (Last 5 T20Is)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Margin | Score (WI – Opp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Sep 25 | Nepal | Lost | By 19 runs | 129/9 – 148/8 |
| 04 Aug 25 | Pakistan | Lost | By 13 runs | 176/6 – 189/4 |
| 03 Aug 25 | Pakistan | Won | By 2 wkts | 135/8 – 133/9 |
| 01 Aug 25 | Pakistan | Lost | By 14 runs | 164/7 – 178/6 |
| 29 Jul 25 | Australia | Lost | By 3 wkts | 170/10 – 173/7 |
Key Player Battles
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Jason Holder vs Karan KC: Holder’s finishing ability and new-ball pace against Nepal’s trusted seamer.
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Kyle Mayers vs Sompal Kami: The power-hitting Mayers against Nepal’s strike bowler in the powerplay.
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Akeal Hosein vs Lalit Rajbanshi: Both spinners will look to control the middle overs in Sharjah’s slow track.
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Rohit Paudel vs Obed McCoy: Nepal’s skipper and anchor against WI’s left-arm pace threat.
WI vs NEP 2nd T20I Match Prediction
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If West Indies bat first, they will target 165–175 runs, with Mayers and Holder key to posting a challenging total.
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If Nepal bat first, expect Paudel and Kushal Malla to anchor towards 150–160, making it tough again for WI.
Despite Nepal’s stunning win, the West Indies are likely to bounce back with their experience and depth.
Prediction: West Indies to win and level the series 1-1.