ICC T20 WC 2026 Qualifier: Asia and EAP Region Combined, To Compete for 3 Spots

International Cricket Council (ICC) has recently announced a significant change in the qualifying structure for the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026. The Asia Regional and East Asia Pacific (EAP) Regional Qualifiers will be combined into a single, unified qualifying tournament. This new structure will allow three teams from these two regions to secure a spot in the T20 World Cup 2026. This decision opens up new opportunities for cricket teams in these regions, particularly for Nepal, a team with rising potential and passionate support. The New Qualifying Structure Historically, the Asia and EAP regions had separate qualifying tournaments for the T20 World Cup. This often limited the number of teams that could progress to the global stage from highly competitive Asia Region to just two. Now top associate teams from Asia and East Asia Pacific region will compete in a single qualifier for a place in the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026. Nepal, Oman and PNG have already qualified for this qualifier by the virtue of playing the latest edition of T20 World Cup. Other teams will have to play the regional qualifier. A Boost for Nepal Cricket For Nepal, this new structure is a game-changer. The Nepalese cricket team, with its ever-growing fan base and improving performances, stands to benefit significantly from this development. Here’s how: Increased Chances of Qualification: With three spots available for the T20 World Cup, Nepals chances of qualifying have significantly improved. Competing against a wider range of teams from both Asia and the EAP regions means that Nepal can leverage its strengths and potentially secure one of the coveted spots. Conclusion The ICCs decision to combine the Asia Regional and EAP Regional Qualifiers is a landmark move that enhances the competitive landscape of international cricket. For Nepal, this is a golden opportunity to rise to the occasion and secure a place in the T20 World Cup 2026.