Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
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The West Indies delivered a clinical performance to cruise past Nepal by nine wickets in their T20 World Cup 2026 Group C clash at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai yesterday.
The victory not only cemented their place in the Super 8 stage but also maintained their spotless record at the iconic Mumbai venue, while Nepal’s campaign came to a premature end after a third consecutive defeat.
From the very first ball, it was clear that the West Indies bowlers had read the conditions perfectly. The day game produced a surface with just enough moisture and movement to make life difficult for Nepal’s top order. Jason Holder, who was deservedly named Player of the Match, spearheaded the attack with a disciplined spell of 4 wickets for 27 runs.
Nepal’s innings never found its rhythm, stumbling to 46 for 5 around the 11th over as the West Indian bowlers struck at regular intervals. The early wickets left the Nepalese side reeling, and it took a composed half-century from Dipendra Singh Airee to prevent a complete collapse. Airee’s 58, combined with a brisk 26 off 15 balls from Sompal Kami, helped Nepal recover to post a modest 134 for 8 in their 20 overs.
The chase for the West Indies was never going to be a daunting one. Their openers provided a steady start, with Brandon King getting things underway before departing, leaving the stage for a match-defining partnership. Captain Shai Hope and Shimron Hetmyer took control, adding 91 runs for the second wicket and effectively sealing Nepal’s fate. Hope’s unbeaten 61 off 44 balls was a masterclass in composure and timing, including his 10th T20I fifty and second in T20 World Cups. Hetmyer’s 46 provided the perfect foil, as the pair guided the Windies home with 28 balls to spare.
