England will face the West Indies in the 15th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Wednesday, February 11. Both teams are looking for their second win in the tournament.
England
England achieved a narrow win over Nepal in their first match, with a margin of just 4 runs. This victory marked their fourth consecutive win in T20 matches, giving them strong momentum. They set a target of 184, and Nepal fell short, losing on the final ball. Key performers included Jacob Bethell and captain Harry Brook, who both scored half-centuries. However, the bowling performance was less impressive. Liam Dawson topped the bowling chart with 2 wickets for 21 runs in 4 overs, while Sam Curran excelled with his performance toward the end of the innings.
West Indies
In their opening match, the West Indies secured a solid 35-run victory against Scotland. Batting first, they scored 182 runs; Scotland managed only 147 runs in reply. Shimron Hetmyer was notable, scoring 64 runs, and Sherfane Rutherford contributed 26 runs off 13 balls. Romario Shepherd was exceptional with the ball, taking 5 wickets for 20 runs in 3 overs, including a hat-trick, while Jason Holder added 3 wickets to the tally.
ENG vs WI Match Details
| ENG vs WI T20I WC Match Details | |
| Match | England vs West Indies 15th T20I Match |
| Date and Time | Wednesday, February 11; 7:00 p.m. IST |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Broadcasting and live streaming | TV-Star Sports Network, Live Stream-JioHotstar |
ENG vs WI T20 WC Pitch Report
The pitch at Wankhede Stadium is known for being favorable to batters, often allowing for high scores due to its bounce and pace. The short boundaries also contribute to high-scoring games. Early in the innings, fast bowlers may find some movement. As the game progresses, spinners might get some grip and turn. The average first-innings total is expected to be around 170-180.
ENG vs WI T20 WC Weather Report
The weather is predicted to be humid yet pleasant, with no rain expected. As it’s an evening match, temperatures will likely be around 21-25°C under mostly clear skies.
ENG vs WI Head-to-Head Records
| ENG vs WI head-to-head (in T20Is) | |
| Matches Played | 2 |
| Won by England | 2 |
| Won by West Indies | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
ENG vs WI Probable XI
- England: Phil Salt (wk), Jos Buttler, Will Jacks, Harry Brook (c), Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer, Luke Wood.
- West Indies: Brandon King, Shai Hope (c/wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Jayden Seales, Gudakesh Motie.
Players To Watch Out For in the ENG vs WI Match
- Jacob Bethell | ENG: A promising young player known for his aggressive hitting. He made a significant impact in the match against Nepal, scoring 55 runs off 35 balls. Overall, he has 472 runs in T20Is, including three half-centuries.
- Shimron Hetmyer | WI: An in-form left-handed opener who recently excelled in a series against South Africa. He continued his strong performance in this tournament with 64 runs from 36 balls and has been the top scorer for the team in their last few matches.
ENG vs WI Toss Prediction
Historical Toss-Winning Stats at the Venue
- In the last 5 T20 matches at this venue, the team that won the toss chose to bowl first 4 times, opting to bat first only once.
Advantages of Bowling First on This Pitch
- In 10 T20I matches held at this venue, teams batting first and bowling first have both won five matches each.
ENG vs WI Today’s Match Scenario
Scenario 1
- Toss Winner: ENG (opts to bowl first)
- Power-Play Score: 45-50
- WI Total: 160-170
- Match Winner: England
Scenario 2
- Toss Winner: WI (opts to bowl first)
- Power-Play Score: 40-45
- ENG Total: 170-180
- Match Winner: England
Who will win today’s ENG vs WI T20 World Cup match?
Based on the recent performance of both teams, England appears to be the favorite to win. They have strong momentum and players in good form. While the West Indies are looking to bounce back, their chances of winning seem slim.
