West Indies secured their second victory in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 by defeating England by 30 runs at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
Electing to bat first, West Indies posted a handsome target of 197 runs, thanks to an unbeaten 76 off just 42 balls by Sherfane Rutherford, who anchored the innings with two fours and seven sixes.
Jason Holder provided crucial support, scoring a fiery 31 off 17 deliveries, striking one four and six maximums, while Roston Chase added 34 from 29 balls, hitting six boundaries.
Shimron Hetmyer contributed a brisk 23 runs off 12 deliveries, including two fours and two sixes, helping the two-time champions set a challenging total for England in the second innings.
Jamie Overton and Adil Rashid performed well with the ball for England, taking two wickets each, while Jofra Archer and Sam Curran claimed one wicket apiece.
While chasing 197 for victory, the Harry Brook-led side struggled under pressure and were bowled out for 166 in 19 overs, falling short by 30 runs in a disappointing batting performance.
Opening batter Phil Salt gave England an explosive start with 30 runs off 14 balls, including four boundaries and two sixes, before Romario Shepherd dismissed him to slow the momentum.
Jacob Bethell tried to stabilise the innings with a composed 33 runs off 23 deliveries, including four boundaries and a six, but Gudakesh Motie eventually ended his resistance.
Jos Buttler contributed 21 off 14 balls, and Sam Curran remained unbeaten on 43 off 30 deliveries, hitting three fours and two sixes, but England could not recover as wickets fell at the other end.
Gudakesh Motie led West Indies’ bowling with figures of 3/33 in four overs, while Roston Chase claimed two wickets, and Akeal Hosein, Romario Shepherd, and Shamar Joseph took one each.
West Indies’ all-round performance ensured a comprehensive 30-run victory, underlining their consistent form in the tournament and boosting confidence for the remaining matches.
