UAE Falls Short in Asia Cup Bid After Loss to Nepal

Sep 12, 2026

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Sep 12, 2026 18:31

UAE miss out on Asia Cup qualification after Nepal defeat

## Nepal Clinches Asia Cup Spot

Nepal secured a place in the 2027 Asia Cup by defeating the UAE in the ACC Men’s Premier Cup final held in Kuala Lumpur. This victory marks Nepal's second qualification for the Asia Cup, with their first appearance in 2023.

## Match Highlights

Batting first, Nepal set a challenging target of 313/9 in 50 overs. Aasif Sheikh was the standout performer, scoring 102 runs off 106 balls. His innings included eight fours and four sixes. Aasif, along with Arjun Kumal, laid a solid foundation with a 97-run partnership for the first wicket. Gulsan Jha added a quick 52 off 38 balls, helping Nepal cross the 300-run mark.

## UAE's Response

The UAE's chase began poorly, with the team at 56/3 after 8.3 overs. Despite a valiant unbeaten century from Rahul Chopra and half-centuries from Sohaib Khan and Tanish Suri, the UAE fell short by 44 runs. Captain Harpreet Singh contributed 33 runs, but the team struggled to form lasting partnerships.

## Bowling Performance

Nepal's Karan KC was instrumental in their victory, taking 3 wickets for 49 runs in his nine overs. Lalit Rajbanshi took two wickets, while several other bowlers chipped in with one wicket each, ensuring a comprehensive win for Nepal.

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