A video of the Nepal women’s cricket team watching and celebrating their men’s team during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup has drawn attention online, offering a glimpse into the growing sense of unity within Nepal cricket. Shared on social media, the clip shows members of the women’s side gathered in front of a big screen, still in their cricket jerseys erupting in cheers as Nepal picked up a crucial wicket during their World Cup match against England, at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup happening in India.
The moment resonated widely, not only because of the visible excitement of the players, but also because it underlined the close connection between Nepal’s men’s and women’s teams at a time when the women’s side continues to push for greater recognition on the international stage. While the men’s team earned qualification for the T20 World Cup and competed against established sides, the women’s team narrowly missed out on qualification for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in July.
Nepal women competed in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier, where they showed steady improvement but fell short of securing one of the limited qualification spots. Despite the disappointment, their performances were viewed as a step forward, particularly in terms of competitiveness against higher-ranked teams and consistency across matches. The team has gradually closed the gap with stronger Associate nations, reflecting the progress made in recent years through increased match exposure and domestic development.
That context made the images from the big screen all the more meaningful. The women players’ celebrations were not just about a wicket or a match moment, but also about shared ambition. While their own World Cup journey ended earlier, their visible support for the men’s team reflected a broader sense of collective pride in Nepal, an associate nation’s cricket’s rise.
The women’s team has recorded several milestones in the past few seasons, improved rankings, and individual performances that have earned attention across Associate cricket. Although they have yet to make their World Cup debut, the side is increasingly viewed as one on an upward trajectory, capable of challenging more established teams with continued investment and fixtures.
For Nepal cricket as a whole, the video symbolised more than just fandom. It highlighted a system where both teams train, travel and compete under the same national banner, even if their opportunities on the global stage differ. The women’s team’s presence, watching from the stands and celebrating alongside fans, served as a reminder that progress in cricket is not always linear, and that visibility and support remain important markers along the way.
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