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  "id": 6558072,
  "title": "Nepal stand between UAE and Asia Cup qualification after Haider Ali leads thrashing of Hong Kong",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/nepal-stand-between-uae-and-asia-cup-qualification-after-haider-ali-6558072",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-10T07:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/cricket/2026/09/10/nepal-stand-between-uae-and-asia-cup-qualification-after-haider-ali-leads-thrashing-of-hong-kong/"
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  "account": "The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will face Nepal in a crucial match to secure a spot in the Asia Cup final, following their convincing 7-wicket victory over Hong Kong in the semi-finals in Kuala Lumpur. The UAE demonstrated their bowling prowess, with Haider Ali taking 6-14, including two crucial double-wicket maidens. Chasing a mere 70, the UAE batters were dismissive of the target in just 11.1 overs. This resounding win sets the stage for an intense final against Nepal, a team they previously lost to in Kathmandu. The UAE's recent form, including winning six consecutive T20 internationals, gives them confidence in their abilities. The match will be decisive, as the winners of the Premier Cup will advance to face the top teams in continental cricket.",
  "summary": "The UAE will play Nepal for a place at the Asia Cup on Saturday, having sealed a place in the ACC Premier Cup final in fine style. Haider Ali took six wickets as the national team crushed Hong Kong in the semi-final in Kuala Lumpur. After firing out Hong Kong for a mere 70, the UAE batters chased the target in just 11.1 overs, winning by seven wickets. It sets up a winner-takes-all fixture…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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