World Cup League 2 : All You Need to Know About the Memorable Match

ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 is part of the qualification process for the ICC Cricket World Cup. This is a One Day International (ODI) cricket league for national teams. The league serves as a pathway for teams to qualify for the ICC Cricket World Cup, ensuring competitive cricket among the associated nations. The top teams from League 2 move on to the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier. Developmentally, the league provides regular competitive opportunities for associated countries, helping them improve their skills and competitiveness.

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Overview of World Cup League 2

Cricket series	World Cup League 2
Format	ICC Cricket World Cup League 2
Number of teams	7 teams
Date	August 2019 to February 2023
Venue	Mulpani Cricket Ground in Kathmandu
Champion	Scotland

What is World Cup League 2?

World Cup League 2 is a cricket tournament that forms part of the International Cricket Council's (ICC) World Cup League structure, designed to provide a pathway for teams to qualify for the ICC Cricket World Cup. The top teams in these leagues may qualify for higher level competitions, while lower ranked teams may face relegation or have to compete in qualifying events. These leagues usually consist of several teams from Associated and Developing Cricket Countries. Specific teams may vary depending on the edition of the tournament.

Background of World Cup League 2

ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 is part of the qualification pathway to the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup. Launched by the International Cricket Council (ICC) in 2019, the league provides structured competition for Member Association teams to compete in One Day Internationals (ODI). The league is designed to provide these teams with more regular and competitive matches, helping develop their cricket skills and infrastructure. The League aims to provide more competitive opportunities for Associate Members, helping to bridge the gap between these teams and Full Members

Highlights of World Cup League 2

The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 as one of the important tournaments in the qualification process for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, gives Associate Member teams the opportunity to secure their place in the World Cup. Launched in 2019, the league offers an organized and competitive environment for Association Members, featuring One Day Internationals (ODI) on a regular basis. The teams play a series of ODIs against each other, which helps them gain more international experience and improve their performance.

Who are the Competing Teams of World Cup League 2?

Below is a description of several teams competing in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 tournament, namely Oman, Nepal, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Namibia, Scotland and Canada who competed in a series of ODIs over several rounds to secure their position in the ICC Men's qualification pathway Cricket World Cup.

Star Players of World Cup League 2

You can see below the list of names of star players who competed in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 tournament featuring several top players who have made significant contributions to their teams such as:

Zeeshan Maqsood (Oman)

A star performer as Oman's captain, Maqsood is known for his all-round ability, including effective spin bowling and crucial batting in the middle order.

Sandeep Lamichhane (Nepal)

Became a star player as the leading leg-spinner in the Nepal team who was also a key player for Nepal. Famous for his wicket-taking ability and impact in limited-overs cricket.

Rohan Mustafa (UAE)

A star player for the UAE team as a versatile all-rounder, Mustafa has been influential with both bat and ball for the UAE, making significant contributions in various matches.

What is the Result of World Cup League 2?

ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 is an ongoing competition, and results are updated regularly as matches are played. Based on the latest update:

Namibia and Scotland have secured their places in the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier by finishing among the top teams in the League 2 standings.

Oman, Nepal and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) continue to compete for qualifying spots.

Canada has been relegated to a lower level of competition and will not participate in the World Cup Qualifier.

Recap of World Cup League 2

ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 is an important part of the qualification pathway for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup. Launched in 2019, the league provides Member Association teams with the opportunity to compete in a structured and competitive environment, with the aim of securing a place in the World Cup. The league includes a promotion and relegation system, where the top teams qualify for the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier, while the bottom teams face relegation. The League provides valuable international exposure and competitive experience to the Association's Member teams, helping to develop their infrastructure and cricket skills.