England vs Nepal, 5th Match, Group C – T20 World Cup 2026 | Live Score
England
5th Match, Group C (D/N) • Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup
Sun, 08 Feb • 3:00 PM
Match yet to begin
Nepal
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 continues with an exciting Group C fixture as England take on Nepal at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on February 08, 2026. With England entering as a strong contender and Nepal showcasing impressive recent form, this match promises a thrilling contest.
Match Date: Sunday, 08 February 2026
Time: 03:00 PM Local (IST) | 09:30 AM GMT | 03:15 PM NPT
Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Match Info – ENG vs NEP
| Match | England vs Nepal – 5th Match, Group C |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Date | Sunday, 08 February 2026 |
| Time | 03:00 PM Local • 09:30 AM GMT • 03:15 PM NPT |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Status | Match yet to begin |
Match Overview
England, one of the strongest white-ball teams, come into the World Cup with a powerful batting lineup and plenty of all-round depth. Their aggressive approach makes them favourites in Group C matches.
Nepal, however, are riding high with excellent recent form, winning all of their last five T20 matches. Their young squad, fearless stroke-play, and effective bowling make them capable of surprising any top-tier team.
This matchup will test England’s discipline against Nepal’s rising talent.
Head-to-Head – England vs Nepal (T20Is)
| Team | Matches | Won | Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| England | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nepal | 0 | 0 | 0 |
No official T20I meetings yet — this will be their first-ever encounter.
Recent Form
| Team | Last 5 T20 Matches |
|---|---|
| England | A • W • NR • W • NR |
| Nepal | W • W • W • W • W |
Points Table – Group C
| Team | M | W | L | N/R | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| England | – | – | – | – | – |
| Nepal | – | – | – | – | – |
Venue – Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Wankhede is famous for its high-scoring matches. The pitch offers true bounce and quick outfield, making it a paradise for batters. Pacers may get swing early, while spinners often have limited assistance.
- Capacity: 33,000
- Ends: Garware Pavilion End, Tata End
- Pitch Nature: Batting-friendly, high-scoring venue
England vs Nepal – Preview
England’s firepower and deep batting order give them a major advantage. However, Nepal’s fearless cricket and consistency in recent matches make them a team to watch.
The outcome could depend on England’s ability to handle Nepal’s energetic bowling attack and on Nepal’s top order delivering under pressure.
Match Prediction
- England hold a clear advantage on paper with experience and star power.
- Nepal’s momentum and confidence may help them challenge the favourites.
Prediction: England start as strong favourites.
Live Score Updates
Live score, ball-by-ball commentary, fall of wickets, and the full scorecard will appear here once the match begins.