England could soon become the biggest international cricket team to tour Nepal, with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) reportedly exploring the possibility of scheduling a short T20I series during the 2027-2031 Future Tours Programme (FTP).
The development comes just months after Nepal stunned the cricketing world with their spirited performance against England during the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. The two teams faced each other at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai in what turned out to be one of the most thrilling matches of the tournament.
Despite entering the game as overwhelming underdogs, Nepal pushed England till the final ball in a dramatic encounter that nearly produced one of the greatest upsets in T20 World Cup history. Chasing a competitive total, Nepal required runs in the final over, but England all-rounder Sam Curran held his nerve under pressure to guide his side to a narrow victory.
While England escaped with the win, Nepal earned global praise for their fearless cricket and fighting spirit. The match also witnessed tremendous support from Nepal fans, who packed the stands at Wankhede and created an electric atmosphere throughout the contest. Their passionate support became one of the standout moments of the T20 World Cup.
Following the game, Nepal captain Rohit Paudel had openly expressed his desire to see top international teams visit Nepal in the future. He stated that hosting major cricketing nations would be a massive boost for cricket development in the country and would inspire the next generation of players.
Now, it appears that dream could soon become reality.
According to reports, the ECB is considering a short white-ball tour of Nepal as part of their planning for the 2027-2031 international calendar. If the tour materialises, England would become the first major cricketing nation to play a bilateral series in Nepal.
The potential tour is expected to significantly boost cricket’s popularity in the Himalayan nation while also highlighting Nepal’s rapid rise on the global cricketing stage.
