West Indies produced an impressive performance against Nepal in the 25th match of Group C at Mumbai, hosted by the T20 World Cup 2026, on February 15, 2026. Chasing 134, West Indies won the match with 28 balls remaining, securing a 9-wicket victory over Nepal.
Nepal Innings: Airee’s Fighting Fifty Lifts Nepal to 133/8
Nepal faced a tough start after losing 3 wickets in the powerplay, with just 22/3 after 6 overs. Nepal took an early review, which resulted in RK Paudel being given out on Umpire’s Call, adding more pressure to the match.
The middle order of Nepal was not able to build up the innings, reaching 50 after 11.2 overs. However, DS Airee was the star of the match, scoring a brilliant 50 off 44 balls, including 3 fours and 2 sixes.
Airee and Sompal Kami formed an impressive 7th-wicket partnership, with 31 and 22, respectively, adding 50 runs off just 24 balls. Nepal reached 133/8 after 20 overs, with Kami scoring 26.
West Indies Innings: Hope and Hetmyer Seal the Chase
In response, the West Indies team began strongly with 44/1 after the powerplay. The partnership between Shai Hope and Shimron Hetmyer took control of the chase.
West Indies reached 100 runs in only 12 overs, with Shai Hope reaching his half-century in style, with 50 runs from 38 balls, including 5 fours and 2 sixes.
West Indies successfully completed the chase at 134/1 in 15.2 overs, winning the match comprehensively.
Player of the Match: Jason Holder
Jason Holder was awarded the Player of the Match award for his outstanding bowling performance, taking 4 wickets for 27 runs, which helped the team restrict Nepal to a relatively low total.
Match Summary
Nepal: 133/8 (20 overs)
West Indies: 134/1 (15.2 overs)
Result: West Indies won the match by 9 wickets
Player of the Match: Jason Holder (4/27)
West Indies consolidated their position in Group C, and Nepal will look to bounce back in the next fixtures of the T20 World Cup 2026.