Nepal defeats UAE by 44 runs to become ACC Premier Cup champion
Summary
Nepal defeated the UAE by 44 runs to win the ACC Men's Premier Cup 2026 in Kuala Lumpur. Aasif Sheikh scored 102 and Nepal’s bowlers, led by Karan KC and Lalit Rajbanshi, defended a total of 313.
Key Points
- Nepal beat the UAE by 44 runs in the ACC Men's Premier Cup 2026 final at Bayuemas Cricket Oval in Kuala Lumpur.
- Nepal posted 313 for 9 in 50 overs after winning the toss and choosing to bat first.
- Aasif Sheikh top-scored with 102 off 106 balls, while Rahul Chopra’s unbeaten 100 for the UAE was not enough.
- Karan KC and Lalit Rajbanshi led Nepal’s bowling effort as the UAE were bowled out for 269 in 49.1 overs.
