Kuala Lumpur, September 12, 2026: Nepal and the United Arab Emirates are set to face each other in the ACC Men’s Premier Cup 2026 final, with both teams one victory away from lifting the coveted tournament trophy.
The final will be played at the Bayuemas Oval in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday, September 12, with the match scheduled to begin at 9:30 AM local time (7:00 AM IST).
Nepal Enter the Final After Dominant Semi-Final Win
Nepal booked their place in the final after producing a convincing performance against Oman in the first semi-final.
Batting first, Nepal were bowled out for 147 in 45.4 overs. Their bowlers then produced a stunning display, dismissing Oman for just 60 in 28.1 overs.
Nepal completed an emphatic 87-run victory and secured their place in the tournament final.
However, Nepal will know that their batting performance in the semi-final left room for improvement, and they will need a stronger all-round performance against UAE.
UAE Storm Into Final
The UAE also produced a commanding semi-final performance.
Facing Hong Kong, UAE restricted their opponents to just 70 runs before chasing down the target in only 11.1 overs.
UAE finished on 71/3, winning by seven wickets and earning their place in the final.
Their clinical chase demonstrated the team’s confidence and ability to finish matches quickly.
Nepal vs UAE Final: Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Nepal vs UAE |
| Tournament | ACC Men’s Premier Cup 2026 |
| Match | Final |
| Date | September 12, 2026 |
| Venue | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur |
| Start Time | 9:30 AM Malaysia Time |
| India Time | 7:00 AM IST |
| Format | 50-over cricket |
The tournament schedule confirms that the final is being held on September 12 at Bayuemas Oval.
UAE’s Strong Tournament Campaign
UAE have been one of the strongest sides throughout the competition.
They defeated Qatar by 92 runs in their opening match and later beat Kuwait by 66 runs via the DLS method. UAE also defeated Singapore by seven wickets before beating Oman by 49 runs in the group stage.
That consistency has taken UAE into the final with considerable momentum.
Nepal Look to Finish the Job
Nepal have also enjoyed an impressive tournament campaign. They defeated Bahrain by seven wickets, Malaysia by six wickets and Saudi Arabia by five wickets during the group stage.
Although they suffered a 15-run defeat against Hong Kong, Nepal bounced back strongly in the semi-final to eliminate Oman.
Now, with the trophy within touching distance, Nepal will be determined to deliver their best cricket when it matters most.
A Final Packed With Expectation
The final promises an intriguing battle between two sides that have shown impressive form with both bat and ball.
UAE will take confidence from their powerful tournament run and emphatic semi-final victory, while Nepal will look to build on their dominant bowling performance against Oman.
With the trophy at stake, there is little room for mistakes. One outstanding batting partnership, a spell of inspired bowling or a moment of brilliance in the field could decide the ACC Men’s Premier Cup champion.
Nepal vs UAE Final: The Big Question
Who will handle the pressure better at Bayuemas Oval?