NEP vs JPN 8th Match Prediction ICC Men’s T20 Qualifier 2025
NEP vs JPN Match Preview
Nepal and Japan are set to face off in Group B as part of the crucial road to the T20 World Cup, with both teams having a fresh start in the tournament. Nepal, traditionally stronger in Asian T20 cricket, carries higher expectations due to a deeper international experience and history, while Japan, a rapidly developing side, is aiming to pull off an upset and gain valuable exposure at this top competitive level. So Let’s take a look at NEP vs JPN 8th Match Prediction.
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NEP vs JPN Match Details
– Date: October 10, 2025
– Time: 06:30 AM EDT / 03:30 AM (local) / 4:00 PM IST
– Venue: Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 1), Oman
– Format: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia & EAP Qualifier, Group B, 20-over match
Nepal and Japan have not played head-to-head in this tournament cycle, so no recent H2H data is available. Both teams enter with a clean slate in the standings.
NEP vs JPN Probable Playing XI
Nepal (Probable XI):
– Kushal Bhurtel
– Aasif Sheikh (wk)
– Rohit Paudel (c)
– Dipendra Singh Airee
– Sundeep Jora
– Kushal Malla
– Gulsan Jha
– Karan KC
– Sompal Kami
– Lalit Rajbanshi
– Sagar Dhakal
Japan (Probable XI):
– Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming (c)
– Lachlan Yamamoto-Lake
– Shogo Kimura
– Sabaorish Ravichandran
– Kohei Kubota
– Ibrahim Takahashi
– Makoto Taniyama
– Kazumasa Takahashi
– Tsuyoshi Takada
– Raheel Kano
– Masaomi Kobayashi
(Probable line-ups based on recent tournaments; may change with official confirmation).
NEP vs JPN Match Prediction
Nepal is the clear favorite, given superior player experience and recent consistent T20 performances in the Asian circuit. Quality in both batting and bowling departments—especially all-rounders like Dipendra Singh Airee and Kushal Malla—gives Nepal a distinct advantage. Japan, though improving, remains underdog and would need a major team performance to challenge Nepal.
FAQs
– Where is the match being played?
Al Amerat Cricket Ground, Oman.
– What time does the match start?
06:30 AM EDT / 4:00 PM IST / 03:30 AM (local).
– Which team has the better T20I record?
Nepal has played and won more international T20s than Japan.
Captain/VC Picks
Best Captain Choices:
– Dipendra Singh Airee (Nepal)
– Rohit Paudel (Nepal)
Best Vice-captain Choices:
– Kushal Malla (Nepal)
– Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming (Japan)
NEP vs JPN Fantasy Team
Suggested Fantasy XI:
1. Kushal Bhurtel
2. Aasif Sheikh (wk)
3. Rohit Paudel (c)
4. Dipendra Singh Airee (vc)
5. Kushal Malla
6. Sundeep Jora
7. Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming
8. Sabaorish Ravichandran
9. Sompal Kami
10. Karan KC
11. Lalit Rajbanshi
(Adjust based on toss updates and official team news before deadline)
NEP vs JPN Pitch Report
The Al Amerat Cricket Ground typically offers true bounce and favors batting, with some early help for pace bowlers and grip for spinners later in the game. Scores around 160–170 are often competitive in T20s played here.
Head to Head and Recent Form
There are no recent official head-to-head matches between Nepal and Japan in T20 internationals. Nepal holds the edge based on cricketing pedigree and recent performances in T20 qualifiers.
Players to Watch
– Nepal: Dipendra Singh Airee, Kushal Malla, Rohit Paudel
– Japan: Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming, Sabaorish Ravichandran
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