The road to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 continues today, February 3, 2026, when Nepal takes on the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the much-awaited pre-game. The match, to be held at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk) in Chennai, is one of 16 official practice matches designed to help the teams familiarize themselves with the conditions in hosts India and Sri Lanka. UAE uniform for 2026 T20 World Cup revealed; blue-collar kit from Mohammad Waseem’s side to don revealed.
Both teams come into this contest with great motivation. Nepal aim to further their growing international standing, while UAE aim to prove their stability against other semi-favorites. The official start of the tournament is set for February 7th, and this match will be the final test of tactical combinations. The match is scheduled to start at 5 pm (IST) at Chepauk.
Where to watch Nepal vs UAE live streaming online
The broadcast rights for T20 World Cup 2026 are held by JioHotstar and Star Sports Network. During the warm-up stage, broadcasters selected specific matches for live coverage.
Live streaming: Nepal vs UAE is one of the selected matches that can be streamed live on JioHotstar app and website.
Live broadcast: While Star Sports mainly telecasts high-profile matches like India vs South Africa (February 4), fans will have to check Star Sports 1 or Star Sports Select for live coverage and possible delayed highlights of this affiliated match. Where to watch live streaming of ICC T20 World Cup 2026 warm-up matches online.
For fans outside India, the ICC has ensured wide access to warm-up facilities.
Nepal and the world: Fans in Nepal and most other regions can stream the match live on ICC.tv. Registration is usually free and gives you access to live match footage and highlights.
Nepal, led by Rohit Paudel, will rely heavily on Sandeep Lamichhane’s spin bowling expertise and Dipendra Singh Ily’s all-round ability. Chepauk’s surface, traditionally known for helping spinners, is expected to play into the hands of slow bowlers from both teams.
The UAE squad has a mix of youth and experience, with players like Mohammad Waseem looking to find their rhythm quickly. This game is especially important as both teams have had a fierce rivalry in recent ACC and ICC qualifying tournaments.
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