A Group C match of the T20 World Cup 2026 will be played today between the West Indies and Nepal at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. West Indies are seeking a win to strengthen their top position in the group, while Nepal are attempting to keep their chances alive despite consecutive defeats.
Group C Standings Situation
West Indies have won both of their opening matches and are placed first in Group C with a net run rate of 1.625. A win against Nepal would almost নিশ্চিত their position at the top. After this match, West Indies are scheduled to face Italy in Kolkata, and victories in both matches would take them into the next round.
Previous Meeting Record
Nepal defeated West Indies 2–1 in a home T20 series in September last year.
West Indies Results Before Tournament
Before the T20 World Cup 2026, West Indies lost T20 series against New Zealand, Afghanistan and South Africa.
Nepal’s Tournament Position
Nepal have played two matches and lost both. Their path to the Super Eight has become extremely difficult mathematically. They lost their previous match to Italy by ten wickets. Nepal have not recorded a win in the T20 World Cup since 2014.
Performance Reference
Nepal came close to defeating England in one match, although they did not win. In contrast, they did not meet expectations in both batting and bowling against Italy.
Probable Playing XI
West Indies: Brandon King, Shai Hope (captain and wicketkeeper), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph.
Nepal: Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh (wicketkeeper), Rohit Paudel (captain), Dipendra Singh Airee, Aarif Sheikh, Lokesh Bam, Gulshan Jha, Sompal Kami, Karan KC, Nandan Yadav, Sandeep Lamichhane.
