Nepal’s Under-19 women’s cricket team emerged as unbeaten champions of the Belt and Road Series in China, securing the title after their final match against Hong Kong was abandoned due to rain.
Nepal finished the four-team tournament with four victories from six matches, while their remaining two fixtures ended without a result due to washouts. The competition, featuring Nepal, hosts China, Hong Kong and Thailand, provided the young squad with valuable international experience and an opportunity to demonstrate their consistency against regional opponents.
Despite interruptions caused by adverse weather, Nepal maintained an unbeaten record throughout the series, registering convincing victories over all three opposing teams.
Nepal U19 Women Begin Campaign With Victory Over Thailand
Nepal opened their campaign with a comfortable seven-wicket victory over Thailand, establishing early momentum in the tournament. Their second match against hosts China was abandoned because of rain, but the interruption did little to affect Nepal’s performances in the following fixtures.
The team returned with an emphatic 92-run victory over Hong Kong, producing one of its most convincing results of the competition. The substantial winning margin strengthened Nepal’s position in the standings and highlighted the team’s effectiveness with both bat and ball.
Nepal continued their impressive run in the fourth match, defeating Thailand for the second time, this time by 52 runs. Having already secured a seven-wicket win over the same opposition, the result completed a successful double against Thailand.
The fifth fixture brought another commanding performance as Nepal defeated hosts China by 84 runs. The victory ensured Nepal had beaten every other participating team at least once and placed them in a strong position to claim the championship.
Rain Abandons Nepal’s Final Match Against Hong Kong
Nepal entered their final fixture against Hong Kong looking to complete the tournament without defeat. Batting first, Nepal reached 88 for 2 after 11 overs before rain interrupted proceedings. Persistent wet weather prevented further play, and the match was eventually abandoned without a result.
The washout left Nepal with four wins and two no-results from their six scheduled matches, enough to secure the Belt and Road Series title.
Although the weather denied Nepal the opportunity to finish with another victory, their performances in the completed matches had already established them as the competition’s leading side.
Nepal U19 Women’s Belt and Road Series 2026 Results
| Match | Opposition | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thailand | Nepal won by 7 wickets |
| 2 | China | No result (rain) |
| 3 | Hong Kong | Nepal won by 92 runs |
| 4 | Thailand | Nepal won by 52 runs |
| 5 | China | Nepal won by 84 runs |
| 6 | Hong Kong | No result (rain) |
Nepal’s four victories included two wins over Thailand and one each against Hong Kong and China. Their unbeaten record reflected a balanced campaign in which the team successfully adapted to different opponents and match situations.
The substantial winning margins in three of their four completed fixtures also demonstrated Nepal’s ability to control matches rather than rely on narrow finishes.
Belt and Road Series Triumph Highlights Nepal’s Emerging Talent
The championship represents an encouraging achievement for Nepal’s developing women’s cricket programme, offering younger players valuable exposure to international competition. Competing against China, Hong Kong and Thailand allowed the Under-19 squad to test its skills in unfamiliar conditions while gaining experience in tournament cricket.
Nepal’s success was built on consistent performances across the completed matches, with the team maintaining its momentum despite two rain-affected fixtures.
The title also provides a positive indication of the talent emerging within Nepal’s women’s cricket system. International tournaments at the youth level offer players opportunities to develop their technical abilities, strengthen their confidence and prepare for future senior-level challenges.
By finishing the Belt and Road Series without a defeat, Nepal’s Under-19 women have added another achievement to the country’s growing cricket ambitions. Their four wins from six scheduled matches secured the championship and underlined the potential of a young squad seeking to establish itself on the international stage.
