West Indies secured an emphatic nine-wicket win over Nepal in the 25th Match of Group C at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.  Nepal scored a total of 133 runs for the loss of eight wickets in their 20 overs after batting first at a strike rate of 6.65, but the lack of continuity from the loss of consistent wickets greatly hindered their ability to finish with a flourish. The West Indies bowling attack was able to maintain lines and lengths throughout the innings, thus preventing Nepal from creating multiple partnerships and ensuring the target remained comfortably reachable on a good batting wicket.

The mainstay of the innings for Nepal was Dipendra Singh Airee, who contributed 58 runs off 47 balls with three fours and three sixes. Sompal Kami provided some momentum at the end of the innings by scoring an unbeaten 26 runs from 15 balls, but no other batters in the Nepal batting lineup converted their innings into meaningful contributions. Jason Holder was the stand out bowler in the West Indies, taking four wickets, while Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, and Roston Chase aided in placing pressure on the Nepalese batting lineup and restricting their ability to accumulate additional runs.

While attempting to chase down a total of 134 runs, the West Indies batted at 8.74 runs per over and completed the chase in 15.2 overs with a score of 134-1. After Brandon King was dismissed for 22, Shai Hope and Shimron Hetmyer formed an unbroken partnership of 91 runs; Hope finished the innings not out on 61 and Hetmyer on 46 and easily closed out the game. Despite Sandeep Lamichhane and the other Nepalese bowlers working hard for a wicket, the West Indies performed very strongly. 

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Group A

Group B

Group C

Group D

T20 World Cup 2026: Top Performances

Most Runs

Most Wickets

West Indies registered a commanding nine-wicket victory over Nepal in the 25th Match of Group C at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Nepal made 133 runs for loss of 8 wickets from their 20 overs, scoring six and a half runs per over (average). There were some good individual performances, but generally speaking, no consistent momentum was created through the innings due to the effectiveness and discipline of the West Indies bowlers. The West Indies bowlers created regular breakthroughs to prevent Nepal from forming any partnerships, and restricting the score on a good batting surface.

Besides Dipendra Singh Airee (58 runs; 47 balls; 3 fours and 3 sixes), the rest of the Nepal batting line up lacked the ability to make a significant contribution, although Sompal Kami provided some acceleration at the end of the innings with 26 runs from 15 balls to complete the innings. The best bowler for the West Indies was Jason Holder (4 wickets) although Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph and Roston Chase played an important role in maintaining pressure during the middle overs of the Nepal innings.

 Early wickets dented Nepal’s progress, as Kushal Bhurtel and Rohit Paudel departed cheaply. Aasif Sheikh and Aarif Sheikh also failed to capitalize on their starts. The middle overs saw Airee attempt to rebuild, stitching together useful stands, but consistent strikes from the West Indian bowlers halted any acceleration. Nepal managed only 22 runs in the powerplay, setting the tone for a below-par total against a strong Caribbean side.

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West Indies cruise in chase

In response, the West Indies reached the 134-run mark relatively easily when they finished on 134 for 1 after 15.2 overs, achieving a run rate of 8.74 runs per over. Despite the loss of Brandon King during the sixth over for 22, Shai Hope and Shimron Hetmyer took full control of the chase as they put together a partnership of 91 for the second wicket without a dismissal, steadily dismantling the Nepal bowling unit via a combination of caution and aggression.

Shai Hope scored an impressive 61 runs off 44 balls, while Shimron Hetmyer contributed with 46 no out from 32 balls. Throughout the innings, the Nepal bowlers struggled to contain the run-scoring, having been expensive by all members of the Nepal bowling unit including Sandeep Lamichhane. At most, Nandan Yadav was able to claim one wicket, but there was little to be excited about for Nepal on the field. This convincing victory of the West Indies continues their run as the dominant team in Group C.

Top Performers

Jason Holder starred with the ball for West Indies, finishing with four crucial wickets to derail Nepal’s batting momentum. Dipendra Singh Airee was Nepal’s standout performer, scoring a fighting 58 off 47 balls to hold the innings together. With the bat, Shai Hope led the chase brilliantly with an unbeaten 61, anchoring the innings with composure and authority. Shimron Hetmyer complemented him perfectly, smashing 46 not out to ensure a comfortable nine-wicket victory for the Caribbean side.

Key Moments

Nepal’s slow powerplay, managing just 22 runs in the first six overs, set the tone for their below-par total. Holder’s middle-overs burst further dented their hopes of acceleration. In the chase, Brandon King’s early dismissal briefly raised optimism for Nepal, but the unbroken 91-run stand between Shai Hope and Hetmyer decisively shifted the momentum, sealing the contest well before the final overs.

Brief Score
Nepal – 133/8 (20 overs) | Dipendra Singh Airee 58 (47); Jason Holder 4/27
West Indies – 134/1 (15.2 overs) | Shai Hope 61* (44), Shimron Hetmyer 46* (32)
West Indies won by 9 wickets

West Indies secured a commanding 30-run victory over England in the 15th Group C encounter of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, powered by a brilliant all-round batting effort and disciplined bowling. After early setbacks that saw Brandon King and Shai Hope dismissed cheaply, the innings was rebuilt through crucial partnerships. England fought hard in response but were eventually bowled out for 166 in 19 overs, falling short of the challenging 197-run target set by the Caribbean side.

Sherfane Rutherford was deservedly named Player of the Match for his outstanding unbeaten 76 off 42 deliveries. Walking in during a tricky phase, he anchored the innings while maintaining an aggressive tempo, smashing seven sixes to shift momentum decisively. His partnerships with Rovman Powell and Jason Holder proved vital, especially the 61-run stand with Holder that lifted West Indies toward a formidable total of 196 for 6. Holder’s late flourish further compounded England’s struggles at the death.

England began their chase aggressively, with Phil Salt striking 30 off 14 balls in a fiery start. However, regular wickets derailed their momentum. Gudakesh Motie starred with three crucial breakthroughs, including the scalps of Jacob Bethell and Harry Brook. Roston Chase chipped in with two wickets, while Akeal Hosein and Shamar Joseph maintained pressure. Despite Sam Curran’s fighting 43 not out, England’s lower order crumbled under sustained pressure, sealing a comprehensive West Indies win.

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Group A

Group B

Group C

Group D

T20 World Cup 2026: Top Performances

Most Runs

Most Wickets

After a rough start in the powerplay by losing three wickets, West Indies made a strong comeback with powerful middle-order batting performances that set them to manage 190+ total in the first innings against England in the Group C fixture of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. 

After England chose to field first, West Indies scored 196/6 in 20 overs at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. While both the Caribbean openers were dismissed in the first seven balls of the match, Shimron Hetmyer was dismissed for 23 runs in 12 balls (two fours and two sixes) just before the completion of the powerplay.

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Sherfane Rutherford played heroic knock; Jason Holder slammed four sixes in cameo

In the final over, Holder slammed one six on the second ball of the over, which went very far. You can see that smashing shot to the English pacer Jamie Overton. 

Watch: Jason Holder's long six in final over

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Among the English bowlers, Jamie Overton (2/33) and Adil Rashid (2/16) took two wickets each.

SA vs WI Match Preview

South Africa will face the West Indies in the second T20 match of the West Indies 2026 tour of South Africa on Thursday, January 29, at SuperSport Park in Centurion. South Africa easily defeated the West Indies in the first match thanks to their explosive batting, and they will look to win the series in this match. On the flip side, the West Indies have been performing poorly for a while now, and only excellent results can save them from a defeat in this match.

SA vs WI Match Details

South Africa vs West Indies – 2nd T20I Match, West Indies of South Africa tour 2025

Venue: SuperSport Park Cricket Stadium, Centurion 

Date & Time: 29th November 2025 at 09:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

SA vs WI Venue Stats 

SA vs WI Pitch Report

The pitch has always favoured fast bowlers. The average first innings score at the stadium is 187 runs, and any team batting first on this wicket will be satisfied with a score of around 210 runs.

SA vs WI Weather Report

The sky over Paarl is expected to be clear. The climate will be moist, making batting difficult.

SA vs WI Last Five Matches

SA vs WI Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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SA vs WI Probable Playing XIs:

West Indies Probable Playing XIs

Brandon King, Johnson Charles, Matthew Forde, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Jayden Seales, Akeal Hosein 

South Africa Probable Playing XIs

Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Aiden Markram (c), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, Rubin Hermann, Jason Smith, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka

Topmost Picks for SA vs WI Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – South Africa

• Aiden Markram – Aiden Markram was in excellent form with the bat during the just-concluded SA20 tournament, and he carried that into the world stage. He smashed an unbeaten 86 off 47 balls in the first T20I, smashing nine fours and three sixes.
• Anrich Nortje – Anrich Nortje had a great SA20 campaign, finishing second in wickets. He took 18 wickets in 11 matches at 15.78.

Top Picks – West Indies

• Shimron Hetmyer – Shimron Hetmyer is the West Indies' leading run scorer in the T20I Series with 48 runs.
• Roston Chase – Roston Chase is the West Indies' top wicket-taker in the T20I Series, with one scalp under his belt.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SA vs WI Dream11 Team:

Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Ryan Rickelton, Aiden Markram(C), Brandon King(VC), Shimron Hetmyer, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Jason Holder, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Keshav Maharaj

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Aiden Markram, Johnson Charles

Vice-captain – Shimron Hetmyer, Brandon King

Wicketkeeper – Ryan Rickelton

SA vs WI Probable Winners:

South Africa has consistently performed well and poses a significant threat for any team in their own environment. South Africa prevailed in the first match and is hoping to take this one as well to complete the three-match series. As a result, the hosts are the clear favourites to win this game. Meanwhile, the West Indies did not perform particularly well, but they have a strong batting line that might turn out to be the ideal team for this venue. With a strong batting lineup, they've got the ability to defeat South Africa. Additionally, if the West Indies improve their bowling, they may win this match. Considering the team combination, South Africa is expected to win this match.

SA vs WI FAQ

SA vs WI Match Preview

We are in the first match of a three-match series. South Africa will look to take an early lead against the West Indies. The South Africans lost their last series against India and are hoping to improve at home. The West Indies will also try to recoup their series loss to Afghanistan. As both squads prepare for the coming T20 World Cup, we anticipate a close match. The West Indies prevailed over South Africa in the recent series. They have won six of the last 7 matches between these two teams. They've done well in the past year and have a solid batting lineup.

SA vs WI Match Details

South Africa vs West Indies – 1st T20I Match, West Indies of South Africa tour 2025

Venue: Eurolux Boland Park, Paarl 

Date & Time: 27th November 2025 at 09:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

SA vs WI Venue Stats 

SA vs WI Pitch Report

The pitch has always favoured fast bowlers. The average first innings score at the stadium is 187 runs, and any team batting first on this wicket will be satisfied with a score of around 210 runs.

SA vs WI Weather Report

The sky over Paarl is expected to be clear. The climate will be moist, making batting difficult.

SA vs WI Last Five Matches

SA vs WI Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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SA vs WI Probable Playing XIs:

West Indies Probable Playing XIs

Brandon King (c), Shai Hope (wk), Keacy Carty, Justin Greaves, Shimron Hetmyer, Romario Shepherd, Matthew Forde, Jason Holder, Gudakesh Motie, Khary Pierre, Ramon Simmonds 

South Africa Probable Playing XIs

Aiden Markram (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, George Linde, Marco Jansen, Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Corbin Bosch

Topmost Picks for SA vs WI Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – South Africa

• Dewald Brevis – Dewald Brevis is in peak physical condition. He did exceptionally well in the recently completed SA20 tournament. He is expected to score many runs in the upcoming matches.
• Keshav Maharaj – Keshav Maharaj is a genuine wicket-taker who has a knack for providing breaks when the cards are down.

Top Picks – West Indies

• Shai Hope – He has had valuable experience playing on South African pitches in the SA20 tournament. Shai Hope is the only real hope the West Indies have of competing with the hosts.
• Gudakesh Motie – Gudakesh Motie bowls tight lines and does not allow batters to get away with easy deliveries. Motie is expected to take wickets in the upcoming matches.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SA vs WI Dream11 Team:

Shai Hope, Ryan Rickelton, Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer, Dewald Brevis, Matthew Forde, Jason Holder(VC), Romario Shepherd, Aiden Markram(C), Dewald Brevis, Anrich Nortje

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Aiden Markram, Shai Hope

Vice-captain – Jason Holder, Dewald Brevis

Wicketkeeper – Shai Hope

SA vs WI Probable Winners:

South Africa's recent performance in this format does not inspire much confidence. They've battled with the bat and will need a better performance from their middle order to win. The squad also expects its powerful bowling attack to perform well during this contest. The West Indies have an excellent batting lineup and a more formidable spin attack. It will be a close game, but based on the two teams' past form, the West Indies hold a slight advantage. Considering the team combination, West Indies is expected to win this match.

SA vs WI FAQ

The former West Indies captain and premier all-rounder, Jason Holder, was unhappy with India's decision not to accept the Asia Cup 2025 from Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, as he felt it failed to engage with the sporting arena. He continues to be a rare group of players who continue to be part of both IPL and PSL, continuing a relationship with both nations.

Post the Pahalgam tragedy in 2022, India adopted a strict discipline even in the sporting realm, which casts doubt over the scheduled matches of the Asia Cup. Jason Holder was present in an interaction with the daughter of former Australia opener, Matthew Hayden- Grace- during a show on ‘Game on with Grace.’

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“I don’t like this India-Pakistan beef that goes a long way beyond the cricket field. It is really sad. They are two powerhouses in world cricket, and to see how things have transpired, I saw India win the Asia Cup, and they didn’t go to accept the trophy. I think it’s too much. These things shouldn’t be in our game, especially if we are ambassadors of the world.” Holder expressed in the video.

Jason Holder drops shocking statement on India-Pakistan relationship

Holder calls for a move for a change, which would be needed from the top. Urging both the Asian sides to unite. The arch-rivals are going to meet in the group stage of the event, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka on February 15.

Watch the video here: 

Jason Holder on the India & Pakistan conflict pic.twitter.com/Gq3Ko4eS9k

— Usman (@jamilmusman_) January 7, 2026

“We’re talking of world peace, making the world a better place, then that’s not what you want. I think if it has to change, it has to come from influential people. They are both influential teams on the cricket field. Yes, a lot may be happening off the field, but on the field, India and Pakistan can maybe join forces in the sport. That would be huge for the context of everything.” holder addressed in the interaction.

“If they can do it on the cricket field, the two countries may be like, ‘Look, it’s done on a sporting level, maybe we can do it on an everyday level. Stop this fight, stop this war.” The former West Indies player shed light.

Gujarat Titans (GT), the IPL 2022 champions, had a quiet outing at the IPL 2026 mini-auction. The franchise made only five purchases and did not make many big changes to their squad. The most expensive buy for GT was West Indies all-rounder Jason Holder, whom they signed for ₹7 crore. England batter Tom Banton was their second-costliest pick at ₹2 crore.

GT also added a few budget players to improve squad depth. Indian fast bowler Ashok Sharma was bought for ₹90 lakh, while England pacer Luke Wood joined the team for ₹75 lakh. Young Indian player Prithviraj Yarra was purchased for INR 30 lakhs. In total, GT made minute but calculated moves.

During the last season, Gujarat Titans had a positive run and then lost momentum at the end. They lost the last league games and were beaten out by the Mumbai Indians in the Eliminator. Ahead of the auction, GT released several players, including Mahipal Lomror, Karim Janat, Gerald Coetzee, Dasun Shanaka, and Kulwant Khejroliya. Sherfane Rutherford was also traded to Mumbai Indians. Despite these changes, GT kept their main core intact.

Gujarat Titans entered the mini-auction with a purse of ₹12.90 crore. The team once again showed faith in their core players like captain Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, and Mohammed Siraj. Last season, GT depended heavily on their top order of Jos Buttler, Sudharsan, and Gill. However, their middle order struggled at times, which they will look to improve in IPL 2026.

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Gujarat Titans Bought Players at IPL 2026 Auction

Jason Holder (₹7 crore), Tom Banton (₹2 crore), Ashok Sharma (₹90 lakh), Luke Wood (₹75 lakh), Prithviraj Yarra (₹30 lakh).

Gujarat Titans Full Squad for IPL 2026

Shubman Gill (captain), Sai Sudharsan, Kumar Kushagra, Anuj Rawat, Jos Buttler, Nishant Sindhu, Washington Sundar, Glenn Phillips, Arshad Khan, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Ishant Sharma, Gurnoor Singh Brar, Rashid Khan, Manav Suthar, Sai Kishore, Jayant Yadav, Jason Holder, Tom Banton, Ashok Sharma, Luke Wood, Prithviraj Yarra.