Overview
- The newly released schedule sets warm-up games for Jan 14–16 and main matches across Tribhuvan University and Upper Mulpani grounds in Kathmandu.
- The format features two groups of five with the top three advancing to a Super Six phase, with decisive fixtures on Jan 28, Jan 30 and Feb 1 for the four qualifying spots.
- Group A includes the United States, Bangladesh, Ireland, Papua New Guinea and Namibia, while Group B features Nepal, Thailand, Zimbabwe, the Netherlands and Scotland.
- The Netherlands named Babette de Leede as captain of an experienced squad that includes Sterre Kalis and Frederique Overdijk, with coach Neil MacRae highlighting balance and recent form after their Europe Division One runner-up finish.
- Namibia confirmed a 15-player squad led by all-rounder Sune Wittmann, and coach Francois van der Merwe said their Thailand campaign provided valuable preparation as they chase a first senior World Cup appearance.