England grind out narrow win over Nepal in T20 World Cup
England secured a hard-fought victory over Nepal in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, overcoming a tense contest to maintain their strong recent form in the tournament.
February 9, 2026
England were pushed deep into the match but managed to hold their nerve in the closing stages. The win marked another example of England’s ability to navigate tight situations under pressure.
Harry Brook and Will Jacks were among the players highlighting the importance of composure in high-stakes fixtures, while Sam Curran played a decisive role in the final phase to ensure England crossed the line.
Veteran Liam Dawson noted that grinding out close results can strengthen a team’s resilience heading into tougher matches later in the competition.
The result extends England’s impressive run in the format, with the side now having won 11 of their last 12 completed T20 matches as they look to build momentum in the group stage.
