England Holds Off Nepal in Thrilling T20 Showdown

England Survives Nepal Scare in T20 World Cup

In a thrilling encounter at Wankhede Stadium on February 8, 2026, England narrowly defeated Nepal by just four runs in the T20 World Cup. The match showcased intense competition and remarkable performances from both teams, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.

Jofra Archer’s Challenging Over

England’s Jofra Archer faced an explosive challenge during the 18th over, conceding a staggering 22 runs, which included three sixes. Despite these setbacks, the English bowlers managed to secure a crucial victory. Archer’s final figures ended at 1 wicket for 42 runs in four overs.

The nail-biting over started with a wide delivery, soon followed by Aarif Sheikh smashing a six over square leg. While Archer dismissed Sheikh on the second ball, the next deliveries saw Lokesh Bam hit back-to-back sixes, bringing the crowds to their feet.

Key Players and Match Highlights

Lokesh Bam ended with a swift unbeaten 39 runs off just 20 balls, but it wasn’t enough to take Nepal over the line. England’s Sam Curran defended the final over impressively, ensuring their victory while Nepal ended their innings at 180/6 in response to England’s 184/7.

England batted first, with Jacob Bethell and Harry Brook delivering stellar performances, securing 55 and 53 runs respectively. Will Jacks also contributed to the team’s success with a late blitz, achieving 39 runs off 18 balls.

Looking Ahead

Next up, England led by Harry Brook will face off against the West Indies in a highly anticipated match on February 11, while Nepal will take on Italy on February 10, also at Wankhede Stadium. Stay tuned for more updates and live scores from the 2026 T20 World Cup!