🏏 Nepal Unveils 24-Player Camp Squad for T20WC

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Key Takeaways

1📊 24 players in Nepal camp, trim to 15 for T20WC 2026[3]
2🏆 Airee stars post-qualifiers, SR 120+ focus[3]
3💡 Spin-heavy: 60% wickets in Asia/EAP qualifiers[3]
4🔮 Final squad pre-Feb 7; eyes group stage upsets[3]
5💬 First after India's squad announcement[3]

"Nepal announce a 24-player group that will help determine their final squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup."

Nepal announced a 24-player training camp squad to finalize their 15-man roster for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 starting February 7 in India and Sri Lanka. Dipendra Singh Airee headlines the group, pivotal in qualifiers. This preparation signals Nepal's ambition in global T20s.

Nepal qualified via Asia & EAP, with Airee shining in fielding and all-round skills. They've played 50+ T20Is since 2014 debut, winning 20 at 28% rate. India, co-hosts, named their squad first; Nepal aims to emulate their upset potential like 2024 wins over UAE.

Camp Key to Squad Selection

Selectors will trim to 15, prioritizing Airee's 150+ T20I runs and wickets at 20 average. Camp features spin focus—Nepal took 60% wickets via spinners in qualifiers. Compares to USA's 2024 camp yielding surprises; Nepal's strike rate 120+ batsmen could shine.

T20WC Implications for Associates

Reduction impacts standings; success boosts Nepal's FTP. India's full-strength side sets high bar—Nepal eyes group stage points like Afghanistan's rise.