Nepal is making waves in the cricket world and wants to take the next step to Test cricket. Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) is thrilled with what the national team has achieved in limited-overs formats and wants to build on that to make Test cricket a reality soon.
Right now, Nepal is an Associate Member of the International Cricket Council (ICC), which is a level below the Full Members who can play Test matches. Only 12 countries have this Full Membership, including the recent additions of Ireland and Afghanistan. Nepal has come a long way, participating in ICC tournaments and producing some great talents. For a country famous for Mount Everest, playing Test cricket is like reaching a new peak.
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Just like climbing Everest is the top goal for climbers, getting Test status is the ultimate dream for cricketers and Nepal is serious about making it happen. CAN secretary Paras Khadka spoke to BBC Sport and said the desire for Test cricket in Nepal is growing. He compared it to climbing Everest – it’s a dream that will take time but the country is focused on overcoming the challenges to get Test status and full ICC membership.
Cricket is a big deal in Nepal. With a population of over 29 million, you can see the excitement for the sport, especially during home games in Kathmandu. To get that Test status, Nepal has to meet several ICC requirements like having a strong governing body, consistent performance and solid domestic structures.
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Recently, CAN has taken steps to meet these goals, including launching the Nepalese Premier League, a T20 tournament to boost competition in 2024. Plus, they’ve introduced a multi-day red-ball domestic tournament to build a Test cricket culture. There’s also been progress in women’s cricket, with CAN offering contracts to female players and investing in women’s cricket.
