Sherfane Rutherford https://www.cricketwinner.com Sherfane Rutherford Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:53:13 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html https://github.com/jpmonette/feed en Copyright © 2024 Cricket Winner. All Rights Reserved. <![CDATA[DC vs MI Today Match Prediction – IPL 2026, 8th Match Who Will Win?]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/dc-vs-mi-today-match-prediction-ipl-2026-8th-match-who-will-win/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/dc-vs-mi-today-match-prediction-ipl-2026-8th-match-who-will-win/ Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:50:28 GMT

Delhi Capitals will host Mumbai Indians in the eighth match of IPL 2026 at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, on Saturday, 4th April. Both teams had an excellent start to the tournament, winning their opening matches. Mumbai Indians defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by six wickets, successfully chasing a target of 221 runs. Ryan Rickelton was the top scorer for his team, scoring 81 runs off 43 balls. Mitchell Santner, who missed the opening match, has joined the squad, he should come straight into the XI in place of Ghazanfar.

Similarly, the Delhi Capitals also won their opening match by six wickets. They successfully chased a target of 142 runs in 17.1 overs. Young batter Sameer Rizvi was the standout performer for Delhi, scoring 70 runs off 47 balls and helping his team to chase down the total. Delhi Capitals have won the last three games at this venue.  Lungi Ngidi carried his golden form from the T20 World Cup and picked up three wickets in the opening match.

Also Read: CSK vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Today, Match 7, Pitch Report, Fantasy Tips

DC vs MI Match Details 

  • Match: Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians, 8th Match

  • Date: 4th April 2026

  • Time: 3:30 PM IST

  • Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

  • Live Streaming: JioHotstar 

DC vs MI Weather Report

Temperature

32°C

Rain Possibility

20%

Average 1st innings Score

172

Best Suited For

Pacers (55%)

Pitch Report - Arun Jaitley Stadium

Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi is one of the best T20 cricket venues in India, and we have seen high-scoring matches there in the past. Fast bowlers must utilise their variations to succeed, and the spinners benefit from good support from the wicket.

  • Win Batting First: 46%

  • Win Bowling First: 54%

Average Scores

  • Average 1st Innings: 172

  • Average 2nd Innings: 155

 Factor

        Details

Pitch

Flat

Outfield

Fast

Boundaries

Small

Avg Match Total

380–425

Overall

Batting friendly


DC vs MI Recent Form

Team

Last 5 Matches

DC

W, W, L, L, L

MI

W, L, W, L, W

DC vs MI Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 matches)

  • DC Wins - 4

  • MI Wins - 6

Top Batters to Watch – DC vs MI

  • Ryan Rickelton (MI): 81 runs in this tournament 

  • Rohit Sharma (MI): 79 runs in this tournament 

  • Sameer Rizvi (DC): 70 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowlers to Watch – DC vs MI

  • T. Natarajan (DC): 3 wickets in this tournament 

  • Lungi Ngidi (DC): 3 wickets in this tournament 

  • Shardul Thakur (MI): 3 wickets in this tournament 

DC vs MI Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If DC bats first

  • Powerplay Score: 45–50

  • Predicted Total: 170–180

  • Match Result: MI to win

Scenario 2: If MI bats first

  • Powerplay Score: 50–60

  • Predicted Total: 190–210

  • Match Result: MI to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Team

Players

DC

KL Rahul, Tristan Stubbs

MI

Ryan Rickelton, Rohit Sharma

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

Team

Players

DC

Pathum Nissanka, Nitish Rana 

MI

Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma 

DC vs MI Predicted Playing XIs

Delhi Capitals 

Axar Patel (c), KL Rahul (wk), Pathum Nissanka, Nitish Rana, Sameer Rizvi, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Vipraj Nigam, Lungi Ngidi, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan, Mukesh Kumar (Impact Player)

Mumbai Indians 

Hardik Pandya (c), Ryan Rickelton (wk), Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Naman Dhir, Sherfane Rutherford, Shardul Thakur, Mayank Markande, AM Ghazanfar/Mitchell Santner, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah (Impact Player)

Why Mumbai Indians is the favourite

  • Jasprit Bumrah's recent form 

  • Chasing 200+ target in the last match 

  • Reliable middle-order

DC vs MI Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

Based on current form, team balance, and superior batting strength, Mumbai Indians is the favourite to win this IPL 2026 match. Ryan Rickelton, Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya are expected to be the key performers.

Prediction: Mumbai Indians to win

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<![CDATA[3 West Indies players who could pose big threat to India in T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 clash ]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-analysis/3-west-indies-players-who-could-pose-big-threat-to-india-in-t20-world-cup-2026-super-8-clash/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-analysis/3-west-indies-players-who-could-pose-big-threat-to-india-in-t20-world-cup-2026-super-8-clash/ Sat, 28 Feb 2026 14:06:09 GMT

India's place in the T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals has not yet been confirmed. This is due to the Indian team's 76-run defeat to South Africa in their first Super 8 match. In Ahmedabad, the Proteas completely dominated Suryakumar Yadav's team, defeating them. However, India bounced back in their second match, defeating Zimbabwe by 72 runs. Now, Team India needs a win to advance to the next round, and for that, they must defeat the West Indies.

India will face the West Indies in their final Super 8 match on Sunday, March 1st, in Kolkata. The winner of this match will qualify directly for the semi-finals. That's why this match is crucial for India, as any mistake could lead to their elimination from the tournament.

See Also: Watch: Gautam Gambhir visits Kalighat Mandir to take blessings ahead of IND vs WI T20 WC 2026 Super 8s

West Indies have also performed exceptionally well in the T20 World Cup 2026 and boast several big-match winners. With this in mind, let's take a look at three West Indies players who could pose a significant threat to India.

3. Sherfane Rutherford

Sherfane Rutherford

West Indies boasts several excellent batting talents who can wreak havoc on the opposition in just a few balls. One such player is left-handed batsman Sherfane Rutherford, who is in excellent form and has played some impressive innings in the ongoing T20 World Cup. Rutherford has scored 169 runs in five innings so far, averaging 84.50 and striking at 181.72. Given his dominance, particularly in the death overs, Team India must develop a targeted, disciplined strategy to contain him.

2. Gudakesh Motie

Gudakesh Motie

Indian batters have faced difficulties against spinners in the T20 World Cup 2026. West Indies would also like to take advantage of this weakness, and for this reason, left-arm spinner Gudakesh Motie could prove to be a trump card. The Indian batting line-up has not played Motie much, so facing him will not be easy. The Caribbean spinner's bowling form is also good, and he has taken 10 wickets in six matches in the ongoing tournament so far. Motie has also been economical in giving away runs, with an economy rate of 7.75.

1. Shimron Hetmyer

Shimron Hetmyer

Batting at No. 3, Shimron Hetmyer has emerged as a key performer in the T20 World Cup 2026 for the West Indies. He leads his side’s run-scoring charts with 221 runs in six innings at an impressive average of 44.20. He has scored two half-centuries and maintains a strike rate of 182.64 that highlights his aggressive intent and match-winning capability. Therefore, India will need to prevent him from settling at the crease. Allowing him time to build momentum could prove costly for the Indian bowling attack.

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<![CDATA[WI vs SA Today Match Prediction – ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8, 47th Match | Who Will Win?]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/wi-vs-sa-today-match-prediction-icc-men-s-t20-world-cup-2026-super-8-47th-match-who-will-win/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/wi-vs-sa-today-match-prediction-icc-men-s-t20-world-cup-2026-super-8-47th-match-who-will-win/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:10:09 GMT

West Indies will face South Africa in the 47th match of the Super 8 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. Both South Africa and the West Indies have had a strong start to the Super 8s, winning their opening matches and sitting at the top of the points table. South Africa defeated India by 76 runs in their first match. Batting first, they scored 187 runs. Experienced batsman David Miller scored a brilliant half-century, and Dewald Brevis scored 45 runs off 29 balls. In the bowling department, Marco Jansen took four wickets and Keshav Maharaj took three wickets, successfully defending the target.

On the other hand, the West Indies defeated Zimbabwe by 107 runs in their first match. They set a target of 254 runs in their allotted 20 overs and then bowled Zimbabwe out for 147 runs in response. Hard-hitting batsman Shimron Hetmyer scored 85 runs off 34 balls, hitting 7 fours and 7 sixes, while Rovman Powell scored 59 runs off 35 balls. The way they play suits Indian pitches perfectly, making them dangerous opposition for anyone in the tournament.

Also Read: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8, Match 46: SL vs NZ, weather report, stadium stats and predicted playing XIs

WI vs SA Match Details

  • Match: West Indies vs South Africa, 47th Match

  • Date: 26th February 2026

  • Time: 3:00 PM IST

  • Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad 

  • Live Streaming: JioHotstar 

WI vs SA Weather Report

Temperature

28°C

Rain Possibility

00%

Average 1st innings Score

188

Best Suited For

Pacers (60%)

Pitch Report - Narendra Modi Stadium

The surface has given stroke play an advantage, particularly in night matches, and chasing teams have had better conditions as the evening progresses.

  • Batting-friendly surface 

  • High-scoring ground

  • Quick outfield 


WI vs SA Recent Form

Team

Last 5 Matches

WI

W, W, W, W, W

SA

W, W, W, W, W

WI vs SA Head-to-Head Record (T20I)

  • SA Wins - 14

  • WI Wins - 15

Top Batters to Watch – WI vs SA

  • Shimron Hetmyer (WI): 219 runs in this tournament 

  • Aiden Markram (SA): 183 runs in this tournament 

  • Shai Hope (WI): 169 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowlers to Watch – WI vs SA

  • Marco Jensen (SA): 11 wickets in this tournament 

  • Gudakesh Motie (IND): 10 wickets in this tournament 

  • Lungi Ngidi (SA): 8 wickets in this tournament 

WI vs SA Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If WI bats first

  • Powerplay Score: 40–45

  • Predicted Total: 165–170

  • Match Result: SA to win

Scenario 2: If SA bats first

  • Powerplay Score: 60–70

  • Predicted Total: 180–200

  • Match Result: SA to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Team

Players

WI

Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell  

SA

Dewald Brevis, David Miller

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

Team

Players

WI

Shai Hope, Sherfane Rutherford 

SA

Aiden Markram, Quinton de Kock 

WI vs SA Predicted Playing XIs

West Indies 

Brandon King, Shai Hope(w/c), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph.

South Africa 

Aiden Markram(c), Quinton de Kock(w), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi.

Why South Africa is the favourite

  • Excellent top-order

  • Good pace bowler 

  • Aiden Markram's recent form

WI vs SA Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

Based on current form, team balance, and superior batting strength, South Africa are the favourites to win this ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis and David Miller are expected to be the key performers.

Winning chances

SA: 60%

WI: 40%

WI vs SA Match FAQs

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<![CDATA[T20 World Cup 2026: West Indies beat Italy by 42 runs – Match Highlights, Top performers & Key stats]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-analysis/t20-world-cup-2026-west-indies-beat-italy-by-42-runs-match-highlights-top-performers-key-stats/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-analysis/t20-world-cup-2026-west-indies-beat-italy-by-42-runs-match-highlights-top-performers-key-stats/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 21:29:36 GMT

The West Indies won their ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 game against Italy with an impressive all-around performance, beating them by 42 runs. The West Indies batted first and scored 165 runs in 20 overs, which gave them a good total to defend due to calculated aggression and excellent partnerships. The bowlers from Italy occasionally showed discipline but were unable to limit runs scored by the West Indies at critical times throughout the game. In the latter half of their innings, the West Indies were able to play aggressively and make a good total for them to defend.

When the West Indies came out to bowl, they were able to take wickets off the batters in Italy regularly. Italy struggled to gain any momentum whilst chasing their target. Shai Hope was the top batter for the West Indies during the match, scoring 75 runs off 46 balls, hitting many boundaries and being very efficient at rotating the strike between his partners. Shai was supported by Roston Chase and several very late runs from Sherfane Rutherford and Matthew Forde to help increase their scoring rate during the final portion of their innings. Shai Hope was able to successfully pace his innings, playing very well early before turning up the aggression to try and punish bad deliveries. His innings were key in providing his bowlers with the cushion necessary to begin the task of defending the runs they had scored and put Italy on the defensive immediately after they began their attempt at chasing the runs. This helped the West Indies to achieve a victory by the extremely large margin of 42 runs.

Italy’s response never truly stabilized against the disciplined attack of West Indies, as early strikes dented their confidence and forced risky strokeplay. Despite brief resistance from Ben Manenti and JJ Smuts, partnerships failed to develop. Facing mounting scoreboard pressure against Italy’s chase expectations, batters perished attempting big shots. Regular dismissals meant the asking rate kept climbing beyond reach. By the eighteenth over, the innings folded for 123, sealing a comprehensive result that reflected the gulf in execution between both sides. Their chase lacked composure and direction throughout the contest overall.

See Also: Watch: Hardik Pandya gives flying kiss to Mahieka Sharma post IND vs NED T20 WC 2026 clash

Bowling dominane seal deal for West Indies

The bowling unit then dismantled the batting order with relentless accuracy and variation. Shamar Joseph starred with four wickets, striking at key moments to halt any revival hopes. He was strongly supported by Matthew Forde, whose three scalps came through sharp pace and bounce. Spinner Gudakesh Motie added control in the middle overs, removing set batters and tightening pressure. Their combined effort ensured Italy never settled, as dot balls mounted and desperation forced mistakes that sealed the outcome. The attack maintained intensity from powerplay until the final wicket fell decisively.

With this convincing triumph, the Caribbean side strengthened their standing and boosted confidence heading into the next fixtures. The margin highlighted their superiority in both execution and temperament, traits essential in high-pressure tournaments. Batters laid the platform, bowlers completed the job, and fielders supported with sharp catching. Italy, meanwhile, will reflect on missed opportunities, particularly during the chase where partnerships were needed. If they regroup quickly and address inconsistencies, they can still salvage pride and valuable experience from the remainder of their campaign. Positives remain despite this heavy defeat overall.

Key Moments

The West Indies took command of the contest with a dominant phase in the middle of the game while batting and continued to take control early on when their bowlers got the first breakthrough. Italy lost too many wickets during the powerplay to ever be able to recover from the ever-increasing required run rate. Frequent wickets, especially when there were signs of any partnership building, stopped the chase from ever gaining any momentum. Exceptional fielding and disciplined line-and-length bowling continued to build pressure constantly, resulting in a decisive turn of the contest to the West Indies well before the end of the match, as the Italian tail melted down while attempting to increase their scoring against a West Indies attack who had become increasingly confident.

Top Performance

Shai Hope delivered an innings-defining 75 from 46 balls with a good mix of timing and calculated aggression to lay the foundation for a successful chase when he anchored the innings. His innings was supported by a burst of four wickets from Shamar Joseph, who broke the back of the Italian batting order and ended all hopes of them being able to make a comeback. The composure of Shai Hope coupled with the wicked-taking power of Shamar Joseph provided the perfect combination of bat and ball, respectively, to make them the standout performers in a convincing team victory.

Brief Score

West Indies 165/6 (20 overs) – Shai Hope 75, Sherfane Rutherford 24*, Matthew Forde 16*; Crishan Kalugamage 2/25, Ben Manenti 2/37
Italy 123 all out (18 overs) – JJ Smuts 24, Ben Manenti 26; Shamar Joseph 4/30, Matthew Forde 3/19

Result: West Indies won by 42 runs.

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<![CDATA[WI vs NEP Dream11 Prediction Today: Match 25, Pitch Report, Playing XI & Fantasy Tips]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/fantasy-cricket-tips/wi-vs-nep-dream11-prediction-today-match-25-pitch-report-playing-xi-fantasy-tips/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/fantasy-cricket-tips/wi-vs-nep-dream11-prediction-today-match-25-pitch-report-playing-xi-fantasy-tips/ Sun, 15 Feb 2026 03:33:42 GMT

WI vs NEP Match Preview:

On Sunday, February 15, the West Indies will face Nepal in a Group C match of the T20 World Cup 2026. The match will take place at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium at 11 a.m. local time. West Indies is the sole unbeaten team in Group C, after winning both of their initial matches, including a 30-run win over one of the tournament's favourites, England. So far, the Caribbean team has performed admirably, particularly on the field. Nepal, currently, is the only team in the group that has yet to open its account, having lost both of its matches. The Rhinos came close to defeating England by four runs, but lost by ten wickets to debutant Italy during their previous match. 

WI vs NEP Match Details

West Indies vs Nepal – 25th Match, ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026

Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai 

Date & Time: 15th February 2026 at 11:00 AM IST 

Live Streaming: JioHotstar

Also Read: IRE vs OMN Dream11 Prediction Today: Match 22


WI vs NEP Venue Stats 

Avg 1st inn Score184
Avg 2nd inn Score192
Win% batting 1st44
Win% batting 2nd56

WI vs NEP Last Five Matches

WI ( West Indies )
W W L W L
NEP ( Nepal )
L L W L W

WI vs NEP Head-to-Head Stats

 Matches PlayedWI WonNEP WonTieNR
Overall43100
Last 543100

WI vs NEP Pitch Report

The pitch surface at Wankhede Stadium is well-known for being ideal for T20 batting. The surface is traditionally flat, with true bounce, short boundaries, and a lightning-fast outfield. However, during this T20 World Cup, the outside has been quite different. 

WI vs NEP Weather Report

Weather-wise, Mumbai will see partial clouds and increased humidity in the evening. 

WI vs NEP Match 25 Probable Playing 11

West Indies (WI) Probable 11:

Brandon King, Shai Hope (C & WK), Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Roston Chase, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie

Nepal (NEP) Probable 11:

Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh, Rohit Paudel (C), Dipendra Singh Airee, Aarif Sheikh, Lokesh Bam (WK), Gulshan Jha, Karan KC, Nandan Yadav, Sandeep Lamichhane, Lalit Rajbanshi

Topmost Picks for WI vs NEP Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – West Indies

  • Shimron Hetmyer – Shimron Hetmyer has scored 87 runs in 2 matches, including a match-winning 64 against Scotland in the first game.
  • Gudakesh Motie Gudakesh Motie was the standout bowler against England, taking 3 wickets for a total of 4.

Top Picks – Nepal

  • Dipendra Singh Airee – Dipendra Singh Airee has scored 61 runs in two matches in the competition, including a brilliant 44 against England.
  • Sandeep Lamichhane – With 130 T20I wickets in 70 matches in his career, his leg-spin bowling could exploit Wankhede's surprising spin-friendly conditions.

WI vs NEP Match 25 Fantasy Team Suggestion:  

Aasif Sheikh, Rohit Paudel, Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, Dipendra Singh Airee(VC), Kushal Bhurtel, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd(C), Roston Chase, Sandeep Lamichhane, Gudakesh Motie

WI vs NEP Match 25

WI vs NEP Match 25 Dream11 Tips: 

Captain  Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder

Vice-captain  Dipendra Singh Airee, Sandeep Lamichhane

Wicketkeeper Shai Hope

Match Prediction – Who Will Win

In this Group C clash, the West Indies are strong favourites over Nepal. They are unbeaten thanks to powerful batting from Sherfane Rutherford and Shimron Hetmyer, as well as a sharp bowling attack led by Romario Shepherd and the brilliance of Gudakesh Motie. Nepal showed promise against England but collapsed against Italy. There are still regions of concern for rhinos. So, back the West Indies for a victory this match. Considering the team combination, West Indies is expected to win this match.

WI vs NEP FAQ

Q: Who is likely to win the WI vs NEP match today?

A: West Indies is expected to win this match.

Q: Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?

A: West Indies is ahead in H2H stats.

Q: Who are the top fantasy picks for the WI vs NEP Dream11 team?

A: Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Dipendra Singh Airee, Sandeep Lamichhane.

Q: What is the pitch report for this match?

A: The pitch surface at Wankhede Stadium is well-known for being ideal for T20 batting. The surface is traditionally flat, with true bounce, short boundaries, and a lightning-fast outfield. However, during this T20 World Cup, the outside has been quite different.

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<![CDATA[T20 World Cup 2026: Sherfane Rutherford led fight as West Indies defeat England by 30 runs]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-analysis/t20-world-cup-2026-sherfane-rutherford-led-fight-as-west-indies-defeat-england-by-30-runs/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-analysis/t20-world-cup-2026-sherfane-rutherford-led-fight-as-west-indies-defeat-england-by-30-runs/ Thu, 12 Feb 2026 01:45:50 GMT

West Indies registered an impressive 30-run triumph over England in the 15th Group C fixture of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The West Indies got off to a horrible start, losing two early wickets (at 8 runs) inside the first 2 overs. However, they were able to put in a fantastic recovery, eventually finishing with 196 runs scored at a rate of 6 runs per over. England started their innings with some promise, but they were unable to develop sustained partnerships and finished with only 166 runs after 19 overs. This result demonstrated West Indies' ability to be resilient with the bat and to consistently put pressure on England's batting line-up with their bowling.

West Indies' recovery started with 23 runs scored by Shimron Hetmyer, quickly followed by 34 runs scored by Roston Chase, who played an important role in helping to steady the innings. The real hero of the innings was Sherfane Rutherford. He came to the crease at a very tricky time during the innings and combined poise and calculated aggression while he was at the crease. In doing so, Rutherford was able to change gears quite frequently according to how the innings unfolded and maintained a very high scoring rate due to his ability to regularly find the boundary despite England's bowlers trying to get back into the match through their use of spin and disciplined variations.

Rutherford had excellent contributions from Rovman Powell and then Jason Holder, who added a boost with their quick-fire 33 runs from 17 balls, respectively; they helped propel New Zeland to within striking distance of 200. Their 61-run partnership in the final overs of the game was absolutely critical. Adil Rashid had the best bowling performance for England, taking two wickets and being economical; however, everyone else was unable to do the same. Rutherford's total was an incredible 76 off of just 42 balls, and he was named Player Of The Match.

See Also: Watch: Old video of Rahmanullah Gurbaz resurfaces after heroic performance in SA vs AFG T20 WC 2026 match

Motie and Chase derail England’s chase

England began aggressively, racing to 67 in the PowerPlay with Phil Salt leading the charge through a rapid 30. Jos Buttler and Jacob Bethell added useful contributions, keeping the required rate within reach. However, the introduction of spin shifted momentum dramatically. Gudakesh Motie delivered a crucial spell, removing Bethell, Tom Banton, and Harry Brook to stall England’s progress and expose the middle order under mounting pressure.

Roston Chase complemented the effort with two vital wickets, while Akeal Hosein and Shamar Joseph maintained discipline in the closing overs. Though Sam Curran battled valiantly with an unbeaten 43, wickets continued to tumble at the other end. England’s lower order failed to construct meaningful stands, and successive run-outs compounded their woes. West Indies’ bowlers closed out the contest confidently, sealing a comprehensive 30-run win and strengthening their position in the group standings.

Top Performance

Sherfane Rutherford delivered a match-winning masterclass, smashing an unbeaten 76 off 42 balls to power West Indies to 196 for 6. Walking in after an early collapse, he rebuilt the innings with composure before launching a calculated assault in the death overs. His seven towering sixes shifted momentum decisively, and his crucial 61-run partnership with Jason Holder ensured a formidable total. Rutherford’s ability to balance stability with aggression under pressure earned him the Player of the Match award in a high-stakes contest.

Key Moments

The turning point came during England’s middle-order collapse against spin. Gudakesh Motie’s triple strike, including the wickets of Jacob Bethell and Harry Brook, halted England’s promising chase after a strong PowerPlay. Roston Chase further tightened the grip with two vital breakthroughs, exposing the lower order. Despite Sam Curran’s resistance, regular wickets and sharp fielding efforts, including late run-outs, prevented England from building sustained partnerships, sealing West Indies’ 30-run victory.

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<![CDATA[ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026: AFG vs WI Today Match Prediction – 8th Warm-up Match, Who Will Win Today?]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/icc-men-s-t20-world-cup-2026-afg-vs-wi-today-match-prediction-8th-warm-up-match-who-will-win-today/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/icc-men-s-t20-world-cup-2026-afg-vs-wi-today-match-prediction-8th-warm-up-match-who-will-win-today/ Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:15:23 GMT

The 8th warm-up match between Afghanistan and West Indies for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 will take place at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground in Bengaluru. Afghanistan's confident start was highlighted by their dominant all-round display against Scotland, which resulted in a 61-run win in this ICC Men's T20 World Cup warm-up match in Bengaluru. Darwish Rasooli was the standout performer for Afghanistan, scoring 84 runs 46 balls.

West Indies entered the warm-up matches having suffered a heavy defeat in the T20I series against South Africa, but they managed to end the series with a six-run victory in the third T20I. Shai Hope and Brandon King's performances have been encouraging, and the rise of Sherfane Rutherford as a potent middle order batsman, alongside Rovman Powell, adds additional strength.

Also Read: What worries me…”- MS Dhoni reacts to India’s chances in T20 World Cup 2026

AFG vs WI Match Details

  • Match: Afghanistan vs West Indies, 8th Warm-up Match 

  • Date: 4th February 2026

  • Time: 3.00 PM IST

  • Venue: BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground, Bengaluru 

  • Live Streaming: JioHotstar 

AFG vs WI Weather Report

Temperature

17°C

Rain Possibility

00%

Average 1st innings Score

155

Best Suited For

Spinner (55%)

AFG vs WI Pitch Report

Both batters and bowlers can benefit from the balanced track at BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground 1. At this venue, spinners are heavily utilized and the average first innings score is around 150-160 runs.

Top Batters to Watch – AFG vs WI

  • Rahmanullah Gurbaz (AFG): 2141 runs in T20I

  • Shai Hope (WI): 1455 runs in T20I 

  • Rovman Powell (WI): 2112 runs in T20I 

Top Bowlers to Watch – AFG vs WI

  • Rashid Khan (AFG): 187 wickets in T20I 

  • Akeal Hosein (WI): 86 wickets in T20I 

  • Mohammad Nabi (AFH): 104 wickets in T20I

AFG vs WI Recent Form

Team

Last 5 Matches

AFG

W, L, W, W, W

WI

W, L, L, W, L

AFG vs WI Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If AFG Bat First

  • Powerplay Score: 40–45

  • Predicted Total: 150–160

  • Match Result: WI to win

Scenario 2: If WI bats first

  • Powerplay Score: 45–55

  • Predicted Total: 175–185

  • Match Result: WI to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Team

Players

AFG

Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Darwish Rasooli  

WI

Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

Team

Players

AFG

Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal 

WI

Roston Chase, Rovman Powell

AFG vs WI Predicted Playing XIs

Afghanistan 

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan (c), Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi

West Indies 

Shai Hope (C & wk), Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase, Rovman Powell, Romario Shepherd, Sherfane Rutherford, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie. Matthew Forde

Why West Indies Are Favourites Today

  • Strong batting unit

  • Powerful hitters

  • Shimron Hetmyer form

AFG vs WI Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

Based on current form, team balance, and superior bowling strength, West Indies are the favourites to win this ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Shai Hope, Brandon King and Shimron Hetmyer are expected to be the key performers.

AFG vs WI Match FAQs

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<![CDATA[SA20 2025-26: SEC vs PC Dream11 Prediction Qualifier 1 Match Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/fantasy-cricket-tips/sa20-2025-26-sec-vs-pc-dream11-prediction-qualifier-1-match-fantasy-cricket-tips-probable-playing-xi/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/fantasy-cricket-tips/sa20-2025-26-sec-vs-pc-dream11-prediction-qualifier-1-match-fantasy-cricket-tips-probable-playing-xi/ Wed, 21 Jan 2026 17:13:23 GMT

SEC vs PC Match Preview

The playoffs are about to begin, with two-time champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape looking for their third title when they face the Pretoria Capitals in Qualifier 1. This mouth-watering duel will take place in Kingsmead in Durban, with kickoff at 9:00 PM IST. Sunrisers Eastern Cape ended the league stage on top with 28 points from ten matches, including five victories, three losses, and two draws. Pretoria Capitals finished second with 24 points from ten games, including five victories, four losses, and one draw.

SEC vs PC Match Details

Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs Pretoria Capitals – Qualifier 1 Match, SA20 2025

Venue: Hollywoodbets Kingsmead Stadium Cricket Ground, Durban

Date & Time: 21st January 2026 at 09:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: JioHotstar

SEC vs PC Venue Stats 

Avg 1st inn score209
Avg 2nd inn score195
Win% batting 1st54
Win% batting 2nd46

SEC vs PC Pitch Report

The ground often provides a balanced T20 surface with early assistance for both pacers and spinners, gradually transitioning into a favorable track for batters as the innings progress. Boundaries are easily reachable in the speedy outfield, and squads with strong power games can produce impressive totals. 

SEC vs PC Weather Report

The weather forecast predicts sunny skies and mild temperatures, ideal for continuous T20 action. 

SEC vs PC Last Five Matches

SEC (Sunrisers Eastern Cape)
W L W L W
PC (Pretoria Capitals)
W L W W W

SEC vs PC Head-to-Head Stats

 Matches PlayedPC WonSEC WonTieNR
Overall74300
Last 552300

Injury News

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

Also Read: WPL 2026: DC-W vs MI-W Dream11 Prediction 13th Match

SEC vs PC Probable Playing XIs:

Sunrisers Eastern Cape Probable Playing XIs

Quinton de Kock (wk), Jonny Bairstow, Matthew Breetzke, Jordan Hermann, Tristan Stubbs (c), Marco Jansen, Chris Green, Senuran Muthusamy, James Coles, Anrich Nortje, Adam Milne

Pretoria Capitals Probable Playing XIs

Shai Hope (wk), Bryce Parsons, Connor Esterhuizen, Dewald Brevis, Roston Chase, Andre Russell, Sherfane Rutherford, Keshav Maharaj (c), Lizaad Williams, Lungi Ngidi, Gideon Peters 

Topmost Picks for SEC vs PC Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Pretoria Capitals

  • Sherfane Rutherford: Sherfane Rutherford is the team's top run-scorer, with 317 runs in 9 matches at an average of 79.67 and a strike rate of 166.81.
  • Keshav Maharaj: Keshav Maharaj is the team's top wicket-taker, with 9 wickets in 10 matches at an economy of 6.54.

Top Picks – Sunrisers Eastern Cape

  • Quinton de Kock: Quinton de Kock got 328 runs in 9 matches at an average of 46.86 and a strike rate of 149.62.
  • Anrich Nortje: Anrich Nortje is the team's top wicket-taker, with 14 wickets in 9 matches at an economy of 7.71.

Suggested Playing XI No. 1 for SEC vs PC Dream11 Team:

Quinton de Kock(C), Shai Hope, Jordan Hermann, Dewald Brevis, Roston Chase, Marco Jansen, Sherfane Rutherford(VC), Senuran Muthusamy, Anrich Nortje, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Quinton de Kock, Anrich Nortje

Vice-captain – Sherfane Rutherford, Keshav Maharaj

Wicketkeeper – Quinton de Kock

SEC vs PC Probable Winners:

It is likely to be a close game between two well-balanced teams that have performed admirably in the league stage, however Sunrisers Eastern Cape has a minor advantage due to the depth of their batting lineup. We expect the two-time champs to proceed to the finals. Considering the team combination, Sunrisers Eastern Cape is expected to win this match.

SEC vs PC FAQ

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<![CDATA[SA20 2025: DSG vs PC Dream11 Prediction 16th Match Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/fantasy-cricket-tips/sa20-2025-dsg-vs-pc-dream11-prediction-16th-match-fantasy-cricket-tips-probable-playing-xi/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/fantasy-cricket-tips/sa20-2025-dsg-vs-pc-dream11-prediction-16th-match-fantasy-cricket-tips-probable-playing-xi/ Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:50:12 GMT

DSG vs PC Match Preview

On Wednesday, January 7, the Durban Super Giants will face the Pretoria Capitals in game 16 of the SA20 2026 season. This beast of a contest will take place at Kingsmead in Durban, with a 9:00 PM IST start. Durban Super Giants are in fourth place on the table, with one win, two losses, and two draws. Pretoria Capitals are in fifth place with 7 points from 5 matches, winning one, losing three, and drawing one. 

DSG vs PC Match Details

Durban Super Giants vs Pretoria Capitals – 16th Match, SA20 2025

Venue: Hollywoodbets Kingsmead Stadium Cricket Ground, Durban

Date & Time: 07th January 2026 at 09:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: JioHotstar

DSG vs PC Venue Stats 

Avg 1st inn score209
Avg 2nd inn score195
Win% batting 1st54
Win% batting 2nd46

DSG vs PC Pitch Report

The ground often provides a balanced T20 surface with early assistance for both pacers and spinners, gradually transitioning into a favorable track for batters as the innings progress. Boundaries are easily reachable in the speedy outfield, and squads with strong power games can produce impressive totals. 

DSG vs PC Weather Report

The weather forecast predicts sunny skies and mild temperatures, ideal for continuous T20 action. 

DSG vs PC Last Five Matches

PC ( Pretoria Capitals )
L W L L L
DSG ( Durban Super Giants )
L L W W L

DSG vs PC Head-to-Head Stats

 Matches PlayedDSG WonPC WonTieNR
Overall62202
Last 552102

Injury News

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

Also Read: Super Smash 2025: WF vs CS Dream11 Prediction 12th Match

DSG vs PC Probable Playing XIs:

Pretoria Capitals Probable Playing XIs

Connor Esterhuizen, Shai Hope (wk), Bryce Parsons, Wihan Lubbe, Dewald Brevis, Sherfane Rutherford, Andre Russell, Cod Yusuf, Lungi Ngidi, Lizaad Williams, Keshav Maharaj (C)

Durban Super Giants Probable Playing XIs

Devon Conway (wk), Jos Butler, Aiden Markram (C), Heinrich Klassen, Evan Jones, Eathan Bosch, Liam Livingstone, Noor Ahmad, Sunil Narine, Gerald Coetzee, Andile Simelane 

Topmost Picks for DSG vs PC Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Durban Super Giants

  • Devon Conway – Devon Conway is the team's top run-scorer, with 111 runs in 5 matches at an average of 37.00 and a strike rate of 173.81.
  • Eathan Bosch – Eathan Bosch is the team's top wicket-taker, with 5 wickets in 5 matches at an economy of 12.54.

Top Picks – Pretoria Capitals

  • Sherfane Rutherford – Sherfane Rutherford got 119 runs in 4 matches at an average of 119.85 and a strike rate of 212.62.
  • Tymal Mills – Tymal Mills is the team's top wicket-taker, with 5 wickets in 5 matches at an economy of 7.98.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for DSG vs PC Dream11 Team:

Shai Hope, Dewald Brevis, Devon Conway(C), Kane Williamson, Sherfane Rutherford(VC), Aiden Markram, Evan Jones, Bryce Parsons, Wihan Lubbe, Tymal Mills, Eathan Bosch

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Eathan Bosch, Devon Conway

Vice-captain – Sherfane Rutherford, Tymal Mills

Wicketkeeper – Jos Buttler

DSG vs PC Probable Winners:

The Durban Super Giants enter this match as favourites to win. With the arrival of Sunil Narine and Livingstone, their team balance has improved significantly, and the Capitals will have a difficult time stopping this Giants lineup. As a result, the Durban Super Giants will have the advantage going into this match. Considering the team combination, Durban Super Giants is expected to win this match.

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<![CDATA[Watch: Mumbai Indians new recruit Sherfane Rutherford smashing 4s and 6s during WI vs NZ match]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/mumbai-indians-new-recruit-sherfane-rutherford-smashing-4s-and-6s-during-wi-vs-nz-match/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/mumbai-indians-new-recruit-sherfane-rutherford-smashing-4s-and-6s-during-wi-vs-nz-match/ Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:45:16 GMT

An eye-soothing sight for Mumbai Indians fans ahead of the IPL 2026 season. Their new recruit Sherfane Rutherford was in terrific form during the New Zealand vs. West Indies (NZ vs. WI) 1st ODI at the Hagley Oval. For the West Indies, Rutherford appeared as the highest-scoring individual. 

The West Indies won the toss and decided to field first. The Windies pace bowling attack led by Jayden Seales and Matthew Forde did well by taking some crucial wickets, but it was New Zealand hard hitter Daryl Mitchell who captured the spotlight in the first innings of the game. Mitchell played a 119 off 118 and was named as the best player of the match. With the brilliant hundred, the home team registered 269 in exchange for 7 wickets in 50 overs. 

270 was a chaseable target for the second batting team, which was West Indies. The match was evenly balanced between two teams, as the West Indies batting lineup was performing well, almost equally. In the end, New Zealand won the match by only 7 runs. 

Read More: Rajasthan Royals owner reveals why they appoints Kumar Sangakkara as head coach for IPL 2026

Watch glimpses of Sherfane Rutherford's batting vs NZ here

During the run chase, Sherfane Rutherford walked into the middle as the number 5 batter and scored 55 off 61. He smashed three 4s and three 6s to fight against the NZ bowlers. But that individual knock proved not enough to overcome the hurdle. 

Mumbai Indians squad ahead of IPL 2026 auction: 

Allah Ghazanfar, Ashwani Kumar, Corbin Bosch, Deepak Chahar, Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, Mayank Markande (T), Mitchell Santner, Naman Dhir, Raghu Sharma, Raj Angad Bawa, Robin Minz, Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton, Shardul Thakur (T), Sherfane Rutherford (T), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Verma, Trent Boult, and Will Jacks.

Total spent: INR 122.25
Cap remaining: INR 2.75

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