Even though both the teams are already out of the race for the Super 8 stage, there will be a Group C clash between scotland And Nepal There is plenty of drama at the iconic Wankhede Stadium. Prestige at stake in the 33rd match of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026Both sides were determined to end their campaign on a positive note.
Nepal won the toss and elected to bowl first – a decision which looked questionable in the early stages as Scotland’s openers were completely aggressive.
Scotland get off to a great start through George Munsey and Michael Jones
Scotland couldn’t have asked for a better start. george munsey And michael jones Made a fluent partnership of 80 runs for the first wicket, which put Nepal’s bowlers under a lot of pressure. Munsey looked aggressive from the first ball, while Jones played the perfect supporting role before accelerating confidently.
Nepal’s bowlers struggled to find their rhythm initially as Scotland took the lead in the powerplay. At one point a score beyond 190 seemed completely within reach. The momentum was completely in Scotland’s favor and Nepal needed something extraordinary to make a comeback.
Sompal Kami makes a one-handed screamer to remove Brandon McMullen
That extraordinary moment came in the 16th over – courtesy of Nepal’s experienced all-rounder Sompal Kami. On the fourth ball of the over, Kami bowled a clever slow full delivery on middle stump. Brandon McMullen. McMullen tried to keep the scoring rate going by lobbing the ball over the bowler’s head early in the shot.
What happened next completely surprised the packed crowd at Wankhede. In his follow through, Kami effortlessly extended his right arm and made a sensational one-handed catch in the air. The stadium echoed. For a few seconds, the noise was deafening, with McMullen standing stunned at the crease, struggling to process what had just unfolded. It was one of those catches that instantly became the highlight of the tournament – quick reactions, balance and sheer athletic talent all combined into one breathtaking moment.
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Nepal’s spirited fight restricts Scotland
Kami’s moment of magic changed the dynamic. Nepal tightened the screws and took wickets at regular intervals. After a leisurely journey, Scotland suddenly found itself in reconstruction. However, Jones stood strong amid the collapse. The right-handed batsman played an entertaining innings of 71 runs in just 45 balls with the help of eight fours and three sixes. His innings ensured that Scotland posted competitive scores despite a middle-order wobble.
Ultimately, Scotland finished on 170/7 from their 20 overs – a total that seemed a little low given their impressive start. Kami performed brilliantly with the ball for Nepal. The all-rounder took 3 for 25 from his four overs, showing control, clever variations and an unforgettable catch to complete a memorable outing.