In the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026, England has set a target of 185 runs for Nepal after winning the toss and opting to bat first. The match is being held at the Wankhede Stadium.
England’s innings got off to a rocky start, losing their first wicket at just 5 runs with Phil Salt being dismissed. Jos Buttler and Jacob Bethel steadied the innings, adding 38 runs for the second wicket before Buttler was out for 26 runs off 17 balls. Tom Banton also fell early, scoring just 2 runs.
Struggling at 57 for 3, Bethel and captain Harry Brook took charge, putting together a crucial partnership of 71 runs for the fourth wicket. Bethel scored a half-century, making 55 runs off 35 balls, which included 4 sixes and 4 fours, before getting out.
Harry Brook also contributed significantly, scoring 53 runs off 32 balls, featuring 3 sixes and 4 fours. Coming in at number seven, Will Jacks played a vital finishing role, remaining unbeaten on 39 runs off 18 balls, which included 4 sixes and 1 four, helping the team reach a total of 184 runs for 7 wickets. Sam Curran and Jofra Archer managed only 2 and 1 run respectively before being dismissed.
Jacks’ innings could prove crucial for England as they look to defend their score.
For Nepal, Deependra Singh Airee and Nandan Yadav each took 2 wickets, while Sher Malla and Sandeep Lamichhane claimed 1 wicket each.
Nepal’s batting lineup is strong, and it will be interesting to see how they approach the challenge of chasing down the 185-run target.
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