England struggled to score against Nepal bowlers in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. Expected to chase a high score at Wankhede Stadium, England ended up with 184/7 in their 20 overs, with Jacob Bethell, captain Harry Brook, and Will Jacks being the standout batters.
Bethell scored 55 runs off 35 balls, hitting 4 fours and 4 sixes. Brook contributed 53 runs in 32 balls, including 4 fours and 3 sixes.
The two-time champions faced a rough start, with Phil Salt managing just 1 run. Jos Buttler, after settling in, was dismissed for 26 runs off 17 balls, hitting 5 fours.
Tom Banton and Sam Curran both scored just 2 runs before quickly returning to the pavilion. Jacks provided momentum in the final overs, finishing with an unbeaten 39 runs off 18 balls, featuring 4 sixes and 1 four.
Nandan Yadav and Dipendra Singh Airee took two wickets each, while Sher Malla and Sandeep Lamichhane each claimed one wicket.
