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Jersey host Nepal in the first of two 50 over matches at the National Cricket Centre, Grainville on Monday, July 13, and this is a fixture with a story. The two teams have met exactly once before, at the 2015 World T20 Qualifier in Belfast, and only two men from that day, Jersey captain Charles Perchard and Jonty Jenner, are still around. Eleven years later, Nepal arrive as the 17th ranked ODI nation with one of the most passionate fanbases in world cricket. In this preview you will find the match details, form, pitch report and two JSY vs NEP fantasy team options, one safe and one for grand leagues.
One thing to know upfront. These matches are 50 over internationals but not official ODIs, since Jersey do not hold ODI status. Perchard himself called them “technically friendlies” while stressing there is plenty to play for, with Nepal using the trip to prepare for their Cricket World Cup League 2 series in the Netherlands and Jersey building towards two big tournaments later this year.
For Indian and Nepali viewers, the match starts at 3.30 PM IST (3.45 PM in Nepal), which is an 11.00 AM start in Jersey. The match will be streamed live worldwide on YouTube.
JSY vs NEP Match Details
Match: Jersey vs Nepal, 1st 50 over match, Nepal tour of Jersey 2026 (DFDS Summer Series)
Date: Monday, July 13, 2026
Time: 3.30 PM IST | 3.45 PM Nepal time | 11.00 AM local time
Venue: National Cricket Centre, Grainville, Jersey
Streaming: Live worldwide on YouTube
Nepal Tour Of Jersey 2026 Schedule
1st match: Monday, July 13, NCC Grainville, 11.00 AM local
2nd match: Wednesday, July 15, NCC Grainville, 11.00 AM local
Nepal are spending a week on the island before travelling to the Netherlands for their Cricket World Cup League 2 tri series. Jersey follow this series by hosting UAE later in July, part of a packed international summer at Grainville.
Jersey: Unbeaten Run And A Settled Side
Jersey come into this series in the best form of their recent history. They are unbeaten in their last five one day matches in the Cricket World Cup Challenge League A, with four wins and a tie. The run includes a mammoth 348 for 3 against Denmark at this very ground, their record win over Papua New Guinea, who they bowled out for 101 before winning by 160 runs, a nervy tie with Kuwait, and comfortable chases against Kenya and Qatar.
Captain Charles Perchard leads a settled group. Jonty Jenner brings professional county experience and top scored the only time these teams met, Harrison Carlyon gives the side genuine all round depth, and Jake Dunford and Nick Greenwood anchor the top order. The bowling relies on accuracy and the seam friendly conditions of home, with Daniel Birrell, George Richardson and Benjamin Ward hitting the pitch hard.
One important selection note for this first match. Dominic Blampied, Toby Britton and Scott van Breda are only available for Wednesday’s second game, while Richardson is only available on Monday. That means Jersey field a noticeably different bowling attack across the two matches, and fantasy players should build Monday teams from the 13 players actually available.
Perchard has spoken about how hot the competition for places is, with the Challenge League and other big assignments coming later in the year, so expect Jersey to treat these games as full internationals whatever the official status.
Nepal: World Cup Regulars With A Point To Prove
Nepal played at the T20 World Cup earlier this year, where they came close to a famous result. Jersey head coach Neil MacRae highlighted exactly that when previewing this series, saying “Nepal are an experienced ICC League 2 team who almost beat England at the recent ICC T20 World Cup.” Their 50 over form is strong too. They have won four of their last five ODIs in Cricket World Cup League 2, including a 317 for 8 against the USA that brought a 122 run win, a comfortable chase against Scotland, and a nine wicket demolition of the USA when they knocked off 196 with 13 overs to spare.
Rohit Paudel captains a golden generation. Kushal Bhurtel is among the most productive openers in Associate cricket, Dipendra Singh Airee is the vice captain and finisher, Aasif Sheikh keeps wicket and anchors, and the attack is the envy of every Associate nation. Sandeep Lamichhane set a world record in May, becoming the fastest bowler in history to 150 ODI wickets, and he is also the first bowler to reach 100 wickets in Cricket World Cup League 2. Around him, Sompal Kami and Karan KC bring years of new ball experience and Lalit Rajbanshi’s left arm spin turns the middle overs.
Nepal’s touring squad is a strong one. The 16 includes the full first choice core plus Bhim Sharki, Kushal Malla, Basir Ahamad, Rijan Dhakal and Pratish GC, giving the management room to rotate across the two matches while keeping the League 2 preparation on track. Some rotation between Monday and Wednesday remains possible, so confirm the XI at the toss.
JSY vs NEP Head To Head Record
The teams have met once. At the 2015 World T20 Qualifier in Belfast, Jersey beat Nepal by seven wickets, with a young Jonty Jenner top scoring. Perchard made his Jersey debut on that tour and has spoken warmly about playing in Nepal, where cricket is the national sport and the players are treated as heroes. This is the first time Nepal have ever played in Jersey, and their travelling support is expected to turn up in numbers.
Grainville Pitch Report: Seam Early, Runs Later
The National Cricket Centre at Grainville rewards seam bowling, with pace taking 65 percent of the wickets in the last ten matches at the venue. But runs flow once the ball softens, and Jersey’s 348 for 3 against Denmark here shows what a good batting day looks like.
The 11.00 AM start in cool Channel Islands conditions, with the temperature around 18 degrees and humidity at 87 percent, means the first hour belongs to the new ball bowlers. Both captains will want to bowl first, and the team that survives the morning session with wickets in hand should cash in during the afternoon. Around 250 to 270 looks like a strong total.
Jersey Weather Report For JSY vs NEP
Mostly sunny is the forecast, with a temperature near 18 degrees and a 25 percent chance of rain. A passing shower is always possible in the Channel Islands, but a full match is the likely outcome. The cool, heavy morning air is a bowling condition Nepali batters will not have seen much of this year.
Where To Watch JSY vs NEP: Live Streaming Worldwide
India: Live on YouTube from 3.30 PM IST.
Nepal: Live on YouTube from 3.45 PM Nepal time.
Jersey and UK: The match starts at 11.00 AM local time, with the worldwide stream carrying expert commentary.
Both matches of the series will be streamed live, so the Wednesday game follows the same pattern.
JSY vs NEP Probable Playing XIs
Jersey (probable for Monday): Jake Dunford, Nick Greenwood, Zak Tribe, Jonty Jenner, Harrison Carlyon, Patrick Gouge (wk), Charles Perchard (c), Julius Sumerauer, Benjamin Ward, George Richardson, Daniel Birrell
Charlie Brennan and Stanley Norman are the other options for Monday. Dominic Blampied, Toby Britton and Scott van Breda join the squad for Wednesday’s second match only, while Richardson plays Monday only.
Nepal (probable): Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh (wk), Rohit Paudel (c), Aarif Sheikh, Dipendra Singh Airee, Gulshan Jha, Sundeep Jora, Karan KC, Sompal Kami, Sandeep Lamichhane, Lalit Rajbanshi
Bhim Sharki, Kushal Malla, Basir Ahamad, Rijan Dhakal and Pratish GC are the bench options, and some rotation across the two matches is likely in a preparation series.
JSY vs NEP Full Squads
Jersey: Charles Perchard (c), Patrick Gouge (wk), Jake Dunford, Nick Greenwood, Zak Tribe, Charlie Brennan, Stanley Norman, Jonty Jenner, Harrison Carlyon, Dominic Blampied, Julius Sumerauer, Benjamin Ward, Toby Britton, Scott van Breda, George Richardson, Daniel Birrell
Blampied, Britton and van Breda are available for Wednesday’s match only, and Richardson for Monday only.
Nepal: Rohit Paudel (c), Aasif Sheikh (wk), Kushal Bhurtel, Bhim Sharki, Aarif Sheikh, Sundeep Jora, Dipendra Singh Airee, Kushal Malla, Gulshan Jha, Basir Ahamad, Karan KC, Sandeep Lamichhane, Sompal Kami, Lalit Rajbanshi, Rijan Dhakal, Pratish GC
JSY vs NEP Fantasy Team (Small Leagues)
Wicketkeeper: Aasif Sheikh
Batters: Kushal Bhurtel (VC), Rohit Paudel, Jonty Jenner
All Rounders: Dipendra Singh Airee, Gulshan Jha, Charles Perchard, Harrison Carlyon
Bowlers: Sandeep Lamichhane (C), Sompal Kami, Karan KC
Lamichhane is the captain pick. The fastest man to 150 ODI wickets against an Associate batting lineup on a ground where he is the biggest mystery is as close to a safe captaincy as fantasy cricket offers. Bhurtel is the vice captain as Nepal’s most reliable scorer at the top. The team leans Nepal heavy on quality, with Jenner, Perchard and Carlyon the three Jersey players who offer points in more than one way.
JSY vs NEP Fantasy Team (Grand Leagues)
For grand leagues, this second JSY vs NEP fantasy team leaves out Lamichhane and Bhurtel, who will be the two most owned players in this match.
Wicketkeeper: Patrick Gouge
Batters: Rohit Paudel (C), Sundeep Jora, Nick Greenwood, Jake Dunford
All Rounders: Dipendra Singh Airee (VC), Harrison Carlyon, Julius Sumerauer
Bowlers: Karan KC, Lalit Rajbanshi, Daniel Birrell
Paudel as captain is the differential, since the crowd will pile onto Lamichhane and Bhurtel while the Nepal captain quietly scores in almost every one day game. Airee is the vice captain with his finishing and part time bowling. The Jersey heavy structure is deliberate, because home batters know these seaming morning conditions far better than the tourists, and the 348 against Denmark came on this exact ground. Sumerauer gets the nod with Blampied unavailable for Monday, and Birrell is the punt on the new ball doing damage at 11 AM in 18 degree air. If Jersey make this a contest, this team beats every Nepal heavy lineup around it.
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JSY vs NEP Match Prediction
Nepal are the better team, and it is not particularly close on paper. They are ranked 17th in the world in ODIs, their attack led by Lamichhane, Kami and Karan KC is a level above anything in the Challenge League, and their recent form includes scores of 317 and clinical chases. But this game has upset written in the margins. Jersey are unbeaten in five, they know every inch of Grainville, the cool morning seam conditions are their biggest weapon, and they have beaten Nepal in the only previous meeting. Nepal start as favourites, and rightly so, but if Jersey’s seamers get through the top order before lunch, the 2015 result could get a sequel.
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FAQs
Q. When is the JSY vs NEP match?
A. The first 50 over match of Nepal’s tour of Jersey will be played on Monday, July 13 at the National Cricket Centre, Grainville, starting at 11.00 AM local time, which is 3.30 PM IST and 3.45 PM in Nepal.
Q. Where can I watch Jersey vs Nepal live?
A. Both matches of the series will be streamed live worldwide on YouTube with commentary.
Q. Is JSY vs NEP an official ODI?
A. No. These are 50 over international matches but do not carry official ODI status, since Jersey are not an ODI nation. Jersey captain Charles Perchard described them as technically friendlies with plenty to play for.
Q. Who should be captain in the JSY vs NEP fantasy team?
A. Sandeep Lamichhane is the best captain choice, as the fastest bowler in history to 150 ODI wickets facing an Associate batting lineup. Rohit Paudel is a strong differential captain for grand leagues.
Q. Have Jersey and Nepal played each other before?
A. Once. Jersey beat Nepal by seven wickets at the 2015 World T20 Qualifier in Belfast, with Jonty Jenner top scoring. This series marks Nepal’s first ever matches in Jersey.
Q. Why is Nepal touring Jersey?
A. Nepal are using the two matches as preparation for their Cricket World Cup League 2 tri series in the Netherlands, spending a week on the island before that tournament.