Nepal and UAE cricket teams have a fascinating history when it comes to their head-to-head encounters. Analyzing the statistics of these matches provides valuable insights into their rivalry and individual team performances.
Nepal vs UAE Cricket Statistics โ Head-to-Head, Records & Analysis
The rivalry between the Nepal national cricket team and the United Arab Emirates national cricket team is often called the โEl Clasico of Associate Cricket.โ Both teams have faced each other multiple times across ODI and T20I formats, producing thrilling and closely contested matches.
๐ Nepal vs UAE Head-to-Head Record
Overall (ODI + T20I)
- Total Matches: ~17โ22
- Nepal Wins: 9โ11
- UAE Wins: 8โ11
- Win Percentage:
- Nepal: ~52%
- UAE: ~48%
๐ The rivalry is very balanced, with Nepal having a slight edge overall.
๐ ODI Head-to-Head Stats
- Matches Played: 17
- Nepal Wins: 9
- UAE Wins: 8
Key ODI Records
- Highest Team Score:
- Nepal: 269
- UAE: 310
- Lowest Team Score:
- Nepal: 103
- UAE: 71
๐ Nepal has recently dominated ODI matches, winning several consecutive games in recent years.
๐ฅ T20I Head-to-Head Stats
- Matches Played: 9
- Nepal Wins: 5
- UAE Wins: 4
๐ T20 format is slightly more competitive, with both teams winning regularly.
๐ Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
- UAE: 2 wins
- Nepal: 3 wins
๐ Nepal had a strong run in 2023, but UAE bounced back with wins in 2025.
โญ Top Performers (Nepal vs UAE)
Batting Leaders
- Muhammad Waseem: 470+ runs
- Dipendra Singh Airee: 400+ runs
- Aasif Sheikh: 370+ runs
Bowling Leaders
- Sandeep Lamichhane: 30 wickets
- Aayan Khan: 10+ wickets
๐ Memorable Matches
- Nepal defeated UAE by 3 wickets in ICC qualifiers (2023)
- UAE chased down targets successfully in 2025 ODI matches
- Nepal won multiple matches in 2023, showing dominance in pressure situations
โ๏ธ Nepal vs UAE โ Team Comparison
| Category | Nepal | UAE |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Strength | Balanced | Strong batting |
| Bowling Attack | Spin-heavy | Pace + all-rounders |
| Recent Form | Slightly better | Competitive |
| Key Advantage | Consistency | Power hitting |
๐ Final Analysis
- Nepal currently has a slight edge overall, especially in ODIs
- UAE remains a dangerous opponent, particularly in T20 matches
- This rivalry is one of the most exciting in associate cricket
๐ Expect close matches whenever these two teams meet.