Nepal Women’s cricket team is out of the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier. The team lost their final group match against Scotland at Kirtipur on January 26, 2026. The defeat ended Nepal’s chance to move forward in the tournament.
In the match, Scotland scored 140 runs. Nepal could only manage 68 runs in 13.5 overs. Scotland won by 72 runs, and this loss confirmed Nepal’s elimination from the tournament.
Group B Performance
Nepal played four matches in Group B. The team won only one match and lost three. Nepal finished with two points and a net run rate of -1.151. This placed Nepal in fourth position in the group, which was not enough to reach the Super Six stage.
Nepal started the tournament with a loss to Thailand. They lost by eight wickets after scoring 122 runs. Their second match against the Netherlands was very close. Nepal scored 138 runs but lost by just two runs. Nepal’s only win came against Zimbabwe, where they chased 129 runs and won by six wickets.
Final Match Against Scotland
The final match against Scotland was the toughest. Nepal’s batting collapsed early and they could not chase the target. Scotland’s bowlers dominated the game, and Nepal were all out before reaching 20 overs. This defeat ended Nepal’s hopes of qualifying for the World Cup.
What’s Next for Nepal Women
This exit means Nepal will not play in the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup in England. It is a major setback for Nepal Women’s cricket. Experts say Nepal needs more international experience and better batting consistency to compete with stronger teams.
Even though Nepal is out, hosting the tournament in Kirtipur helped boost interest in women’s cricket. Fans in Nepal still showed strong support, and the experience will help the team prepare for future tournaments like the Asia Cup.
