Former Cricketers Hail Nepal’s Impressive Show Against England; Dale Steyn Offers Coaching Services

Multan / Kathmandu – February 8, 2026 — Nepal’s spirited performance in their opening match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 against England has earned widespread praise from cricket legends around the world, with former South African fast bowler Dale Steyn going a step further by publicly offering his services to the Nepali team.
In a thrilling contest, England narrowly defeated Nepal by 4 runs in what many are calling one of the standout matches of the early tournament stage. Batting first, Nepal posted a competitive 180/6 before restricting England in a tense chase, falling agonizingly short despite a valiant effort.
The performance has firmly established Nepal among the elite Associate nations and has drawn admiration from several former international stars:
Dale Steyn (former South African pace spearhead) took to X (formerly Twitter) and wrote:
“If Nepal ever needs me, I’m always available.”
The message is widely interpreted as an offer to provide coaching, mentoring or technical guidance to Nepal’s fast-bowling unit or the team as a whole.
Yuvraj Singh (former Indian all-rounder) openly declared Nepal as one of the best Associate sides in world cricket right now, praising their fearless approach and skill level.
Ravichandran Ashwin (former Indian off-spinner) commented:
“Nepal has truly arrived among the best teams. There is immense talent and huge potential for the future.”
Michael Vaughan (former England captain) posted on X:
“The skill level of the Nepali players was extraordinary. England won, but Nepal played brilliantly.”
Nepal’s display — marked by aggressive batting, disciplined bowling and exceptional fielding — has been hailed as a landmark moment for Associate cricket. The team’s ability to compete toe-to-toe with a full-member nation in a major global tournament has fueled optimism about the continued growth and competitiveness of emerging cricketing nations.
The match has also sparked renewed calls for greater support, investment and exposure for Associate members to help bridge the gap with Full Members.