Oman vs Nepal 2026 – Match 139, ICC Cricket World Cup League 2: Date, Time, Playing XI, Squads & Results
Oman vs Nepal will face each other in Match 139 of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 2023-27. The match will be played at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground Oman Cricket (Ministry Turf 1), Oman.
Nepal will be looking to finish their League 2 campaign strongly, while Oman will aim to bounce back after recent defeats at home.
| Match | 139th Match |
|---|---|
| Competition | ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 2023-27 |
| Date | Monday, 19 October 2026 |
| Time | 11:00 AM IST |
| Oman Local Time | 9:30 AM |
| Venue | Al Amerat Cricket Ground Oman Cricket (Ministry Turf 1), Oman |
| Format | ODI – 50 Overs |
| Oman Captain | Vinayak Shukla |
| Nepal Captain | Sandeep Lamichhane |
| Live Streaming | FanCode |
Oman vs Nepal Match Preview
The Oman vs Nepal contest is an important League 2 fixture at Al Amerat. Nepal will enter the match after a narrow 24-run defeat against Canada, while Oman are also coming off a 58-run defeat against Canada.
Nepal have already secured their route to the Cricket World Cup Qualifier Playoff after missing the top-four qualification spots. Oman have secured a top-four finish and direct entry to the World Cup Qualifier.
Probable Playing XI – Oman
2. Hassnain Wahab
3. Karan Sonavale
4. Hammad Mirza (WK)
5. Mujibur Ali
6. Vinayak Shukla (C/WK)
7. Zikria Islam
8. Jay Odedra
9. Hassnain Shah
10. Shah Faisal
11. Shakeel Ahmed
Note: This is the probable playing XI based on the available squad and recent combination. The official XI will be confirmed after the toss.
Probable Playing XI – Nepal
2. Aasif Sheikh (WK)
3. Ishan Pandey
4. Rohit Paudel
5. Basir Ahamad
6. Dipendra Singh Airee
7. Sundeep Jora
8. Karan KC
9. Nandan Yadav
10. Sandeep Lamichhane (C)
11. Lalit Rajbanshi
Nepal are expected to retain a similar combination to the side that played Canada in their previous League 2 match.
Oman Full Squad
Nepal Full Squad
Last Match: Oman vs Nepal
The two teams recently met in Match 135 of the same competition on 13 October 2026 at Al Amerat. Nepal won the match by 113 runs.
| Nepal | 263/8 in 50 overs |
|---|---|
| Oman | 150 all out in 40 overs |
| Result | Nepal won by 113 runs |
| Player of the Match | Karan KC |
Previous Match Highlights
Nepal scored 263/8 after being sent in to bat. Rohit Paudel top-scored with 61 runs, while Arjun Kumal scored 40 and Karan KC produced a spectacular late cameo of 40 runs from just 16 balls.
For Oman, Shakeel Ahmed and Shah Faisal were among the wickets. However, Oman's chase ended at 150, giving Nepal a comprehensive 113-run victory.
Oman vs Nepal Head-to-Head
Oman and Nepal have played several ODI matches against each other in recent years. The overall ODI head-to-head record is closely contested, with Oman holding a narrow advantage in the available record.
| ODI Matches Played | 11 |
|---|---|
| Oman Wins | 6 |
| Nepal Wins | 5 |
Recent Form – Nepal
L – W – W – W – W
Nepal's latest match was a 24-run defeat against Canada. Before that, Nepal had recorded three consecutive ODI victories.
Recent Form – Oman
Oman have struggled in their recent League 2 matches and will be looking for a strong response against Nepal at home.
Key Players to Watch
Rohit Paudel: Nepal's experienced batter has been one of the team's leading run-scorers in League 2 and will be important in the middle order.
Sandeep Lamichhane: Nepal's captain and leading leg-spinner will be a major threat on the Al Amerat surface.
Karan KC: KC can make an impact with both bat and ball. He scored a brilliant 40 off 16 balls in the previous meeting between these two teams.
Jatinder Singh: Oman's experienced opener will be important if the hosts want to build a strong first innings.
Shakeel Ahmed: The Oman spinner has been among the team's leading wicket-takers in League 2.
Pitch & Ground Conditions
Al Amerat Cricket Ground has generally rewarded teams that have managed to put a competitive total on the scoreboard. Recent completed matches at the venue have seen the team batting first enjoy success, making the toss an important factor.
A disciplined bowling attack and strong batting performance in the first innings could be crucial in this match.
Oman vs Nepal Match Details
| Teams | Oman vs Nepal |
|---|---|
| Match Number | 139 |
| Competition | ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 2023-27 |
| Date | 19 October 2026 |
| Time | 11:00 AM IST |
| Venue | Al Amerat Cricket Ground Oman Cricket (Ministry Turf 1), Oman |
| Format | ODI – 50 Overs |
| Oman Captain | Vinayak Shukla |
| Nepal Captain | Sandeep Lamichhane |
Where to Watch Oman vs Nepal Live?
Fans in India can follow the live streaming of Oman vs Nepal Match 139 on FanCode. Live score, ball-by-ball updates, wickets, partnerships and complete scorecard will also be available through major cricket platforms.
Conclusion
The Oman vs Nepal 139th Match promises another interesting League 2 battle at Al Amerat. Nepal will be eager to finish their campaign on a winning note, while Oman will want to respond strongly on home soil. The recent 113-run victory gives Nepal confidence, but Oman will be determined to turn the tables in this final encounter.