Nepal will host the playoff stage of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier, according to reports published by Nepali media outlets on October 22, 2026. Reports from Thaha Khabar, Setopati and Baahrakhari identified Nepal as the host, but did not provide dates, venues or details of the participating teams.
Nepal named as host
The reports place the qualifier playoff in Nepal, but the information available so far is limited to the host country. Thaha Khabar reported the development, with Setopati and Baahrakhari also reporting that Nepal would stage the playoff.
The reports do not include further information about the event’s arrangements. They also do not state whether the International Cricket Council has issued a separate announcement confirming the hosting decision. Based on the reports, Nepal’s role as host is the central detail currently available.
Key details remain unreported
No schedule was provided, so the dates on which the playoff will be played are not yet known from the reports. They also do not identify the ground or grounds that would host the matches, or say how many venues may be involved.
The participating teams were not named either. The reports do not explain how the teams will be selected or provide information about the playoff format. Those details remain open pending further information from the relevant organisers or additional reporting.
For now, the reports establish that Nepal is expected to host the playoff stage of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier. More information about timing, venues and teams will be needed to clarify how the event will be staged.
