England edged Nepal in a tense finish at the Wankhede Stadium Mumbai clinching a narrow win in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. After winning the toss England captain Harry Brook opted to bat and his side posted a competitive 184/7 built on disciplined middle order batting and a late surge.
Jos Buttler set the tone with a brisk 26 off 17 before Jacob Bethell anchored the innings superbly compiling a composed 55 from 35. Brook complemented him with a rapid 53 off 32 while Will Jacks provided late impetus, remaining unbeaten on 39 off 18. England stumbled briefly as Phil Salt and Jofra Archer fell cheaply for one each, but five extras and smart rotation of strike kept the scoreboard moving.
Nepal’s chase began confidently and they reached 75-2 after nine overs signalling genuine intent. However timely wickets pegged them back and England’s bowlers held their nerve at the death to seal the result. Despite the defeat Nepal impressed with their composure and shot making, pushing a heavyweight England unit deep into the contest. The result underscores England’s batting depth and Nepal’s growing stature on the global stage, making this Group-stage clash one of the tournament’s early highlights.
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