Cricket
By Aniket Kuila
9. Nepal
Nepal, with its overflowing potential, wants to make an impact and score well against the better-performing teams to get through.
8. Hong Kong
Hong Kong aims to impress and make a strong push for qualification by showcasing its talents.
7. Bahrain
Bahrain wants to build on its achieved success and is aiming for good performances to give them a leg-up in the tournament.
6. UAE
A strong UAE squad is ready to leave an imprint and fight hard for the top places in the qualifiers.
5. Qatar
Qatar is a well-balanced side and would like to utilise their skills to try and make it past the first stage.
4. Malaysia
With a commendable history in cricket, Malaysia will be banking on this experience to try and push further in the qualifiers.
3. Thailand (Host)
Playing on home ground gives them the advantage, and Thailand hopes to perform well for its fans.
2. Kuwait
Kuwait is determined to demonstrate its capabilities and make a lasting impression in this challenging competition.
1. Bhutan
This blossoming cricketing nation has its eyes set on acquiring some experience while hoping to gain in the ranking for the qualifiers.