Nepal and Namibia meet in the 116th match of the ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27 at Sportpark Maarschalkerweerd in Utrecht on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. The match is scheduled for 10:00 local time, which is 2:30 PM IST.
The Utrecht surface is expected to offer a balanced contest, with enough help for seamers early on because of the overcast conditions, while batters who settle in should still be able to score freely later in the innings. The weather forecast at match time points to cloudy skies, 18°C temperature, 74% humidity, and very low wind, so swing bowlers could be effective in the first spell.
This is a high-value game in the League Two table because every point matters in the road to ODI qualification. Both sides know that consistency in these mid-table fixtures is often the difference between staying in the hunt and falling behind, so the pressure will be on from the first over. Nepal will look to turn competitive performances into a full result, while Namibia will aim to keep their strong record in this matchup going.
Nepal arrive with a reputation for being tough in the middle overs, especially when their spin unit gets control of the game. Their recent ODI meetings against Namibia have been tightly fought, and Nepal have shown that they can chase or defend around par totals when their top order contributes.
Namibia have had the better of the overall rivalry and continue to look like a disciplined 50-over side with a settled core. Their recent head-to-head edge and their ability to win close games, including the 2024 ODI meetings against Nepal, give them confidence heading into this contest.
Match details
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Match: ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27, Match 116, Nepal vs Namibia.
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Date: Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
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Time: 10:00 local time / 2:30 PM IST.
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Venue: Sportpark Maarschalkerweerd, Utrecht
NEP vs Sco Live streaming Info
Free live streams for Nepal vs OMA ODI are available on select platforms depending on your location.
In Nepal
Tune into Kantipur TV Max HD via cable or check local apps like NetTV for free access to the live broadcast. This is the official channel partnered with the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN).
Globally
ICC.tv offers free registration and streaming in many regions, including Nepal and others without primary broadcasters—ideal for international fans seeking no-cost coverage.
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Live Streaming Info:
The ODI NEP vs NAM will be liveinfo on NPLT20League.com.
Live Score Info:
Nepal vs NAM, 107th Match 2026: All matches on ESPN and Cricbuzz have live scores.
Head-to-head record
Overall, Nepal and Namibia have played 8 ODIs against each other, with Namibia winning 5 and Nepal winning 2, while 1 match ended with no result.
In the broader head-to-head sample quoted by match record sites across formats, Namibia also lead the overall rivalry 8-4 in 12 meetings.
Last five ODI meetings:
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21 Feb 2024: Namibia won by 2 wickets.
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15 Feb 2024: Namibia won by 4 wickets.
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18 Feb 2023: Nepal won by 3 wickets.
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14 Feb 2023: Nepal won by 2 wickets.
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7 Dec 2022: Namibia won by 86 runs.
Nepal team analysis
Nepal’s biggest strength is their fight and balance. They usually rely on a mix of spin control, energetic fielding, and a middle order that can rebuild after early wickets. Their weakness, however, is that they can become overly dependent on a few batters to carry the innings, which puts pressure on the top order to avoid collapses.
Key players to watch are Rohit Paudel for leadership and composure, Aasif Sheikh for stability at the top, and Sandeep Lamichhane for wicket-taking impact in the middle overs. Nepal’s recent performances suggest they can stay competitive if they win the powerplay battle and keep Namibia below a strong first-innings total.
Probable XI: Rohit Paudel, Aasif Sheikh, Kushal Bhurtel, Bhim Sharki, Aarif Sheikh, Dipendra Singh Airee, Kushal Malla, Sompal Kami, Karan KC, Sandeep Lamichhane, Lalit Rajbanshi.
Namibia team analysis
Namibia’s main strength is experience. They have a core of established ODI performers who know how to manage pressure, rotate strike, and finish innings intelligently, especially in conditions where patience matters. Their bowling group is usually well organized, and their recent results show they are comfortable defending competitive totals.
Their possible weakness is that if they lose early wickets, they can sometimes slow down too much and leave themselves short of a match-winning total. Gerhard Erasmus is the key anchor and decision-maker, while JJ Smit brings all-round value and Jan Frylinck adds balance with both bat and ball.
Probable XI: Gerhard Erasmus, Jan Frylinck, Michael van Lingen, JJ Smit, Bernard Scholtz, Ben Shikongo, Ruben Trumpelmann, Tangeni Lungameni, Zane Green, Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Jan de Villiers.
Key talking points
The first powerplay could decide the match because the overcast Utrecht conditions may help the new ball move around. Nepal will want their spinners to take over after the initial phase, while Namibia will try to keep wickets in hand and use their experience to accelerate later.
Another major factor is the rivalry trend, because Namibia have generally held the upper hand in recent meetings. Nepal, though, have already shown they can beat Namibia in ODI cricket, so this is not a one-sided contest by any means.
Namibia start slightly ahead because of their head-to-head edge, calmer ODI structure, and proven ability to win tight games against Nepal. Still, if Nepal’s top order survives the first 10 overs and their spinners attack in the middle, they have the bowling resources to push this deep and even pull off an upset.crickcore+1
Prediction: Namibia to win a close match, but Nepal are very much in the game if conditions stay helpful for seam and spin.