West Indies beat Nepal, become first team into T20 World Cup Super Eights
Al Jazeera
February 15, 2026
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The West Indies secured a dominant nine-wicket victory over Nepal in their Group C T20 World Cup match, becoming the first team to qualify for the Super Eights phase. Shai Hope’s unbeaten half-century was the cornerstone of their chase, as he guided his side to 134-1 in just 15.2 overs after restricting Nepal to 133-8. The win not only solidified West Indies’ position but also eliminated Nepal from the tournament.
Nepal struggled throughout the innings, with their batting failing to capitalize on opportunities. Despite a valiant effort from Dipendra Singh Airee, who scored 58 runs and shared a crucial partnership of 54 for the seventh wicket with Sompal Kami, the team couldn’t push past 133. The West Indies’ bowlers, led by Matthew Forde’s impressive spell (1-10 in four overs), kept Nepal in check early on, and Jason Holder’s four-wicket haul further sealed their fate.
Hope’s innings was a masterclass in power hitting, as he combined with Shimron Hetmyer to amass an unbroken 91-run partnership. His 61 not out off 44 balls, including three sixes and five fours, showcased his composure under pressure. Hetmyer also played a key role, scoring 46 runs unbeaten, which helped the West Indies reach the target comfortably with 28 balls to spare.
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Originally published on Al Jazeera on 2/15/2026