The Caribbean Carnival was witnessed at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on February 11, 2026. west indies demolished England By 30 runs in a high-stakes Group C match ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. In a match defined by raw power and tactical spin, the Windies overcame a disastrous start to post a strong score of 196/6, eventually bowling out England for 166. The win not only sent the Mumbai crowd into frenzy but also signaled West Indies’ intent to reclaim their throne as kings of the shortest format.
Sherfane Rutherford’s ferocious attack sets West Indies on edge against England again
The game started like a nightmare for the men in maroon. Till the second over, jofra archer And Sam Curran had removed shy hope And brandon kingDue to which Windies were reduced to 8/2. However, the initial shocks were merely a preparation Sherfane Rutherford master Class.
Rutherford played a very calculated attacking innings, arriving with the score at 77/4. Whereas Roston Chase (34) and Shimron Hetmyer (23) The necessary stabilization was provided, Rutherford provided the fireworks. He scored an unbeaten 76 runs in just 42 balls, which included 6 skyscraper sixes and 9 fours.
His attack was at its peak during the death overs, where he dismantled England’s pace attack with surgical precision. Together jason holderRutherford played a crucial inning of 33 runs from 17 deliveries to take the West Indies to a total of 196/6. The flow of the match changed dramatically in the final five overs, as the Windies conceded runs at a rate of more than 12 per over, particularly leaving the English bowlers behind. will jacks And Archer, searching for answers.
Gudakesh Moti’s web of spin and disciplined bowling hold England back in T20 World Cup 2026 game
Chasing 197 runs, England started with special aggression. Phil SaltWho scored 30 runs on 14 balls. At the end of the powerplay, England sat comfortably at 67/1 and looked to be on track to chase the target. However, introduction of gudakesh pearl Completely flipped the script.
Moti, the left-handed orthodox maestro, proved to be the ruin of England’s middle order. he removed the dangerous jacob bethel (33) Just as he was looking to chase the target before getting out tom banton and the english captain harry brook In quick succession. Moti’s spell of 3/33 worked to create a hold, weaken boundaries and force errors.
Whereas Sam Curran Struggled alone after scoring 43 not out, lack of support from the other end was evident. The chaise complements the pearls perfectly 2/29removing veteran jos buttler As soon as he threatened to cut the bond. The discipline of the West Indies bowling unit was reflected in their ability to take wickets at regular intervals, with no significant partnerships being formed after the 10th over.
When the match ended in the 19th over Shamar Joseph dismissed adil rashidThere was tremendous celebration in the stands. With this 30-run win, West Indies have firmly established themselves as the team to beat in Group C.
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Here’s how fans reacted:
West Indies won by 30 runs 🙂#ENGvWI #T20WorldCup #Cricket pic.twitter.com/SiofsbMzit
– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) 11 February 2026
West Indies’ second match in T20 World Cup.
Sherfane Rutherford went absolutely crazy, scoring unbeaten 76 off 42 balls as he single-handedly took West Indies to 196/6. Tremendous knock 🫡
Gudakesh Moti gave trouble to England in 4 overs, taking 3 big wickets for just 33 runs… pic.twitter.com/ExNa8hbeLQ
– DS Bhati (@DSCricinfo789) 11 February 2026
This is Sherfane Rutherford playing next level cricket.#ENGvsWI
– Auqib (@auqibabib) 11 February 2026
West Indies beat England by 30 runs
-They have defeated England after 10 years
-He had almost secured a place in Super 8
From Sherfane Rutherford to Jason Holder to Gudakesh Moti Averyon have contributed for West Indies pic.twitter.com/Od16FLrI7h– Unknown Memes (@theunknowmemes) 11 February 2026
What made GT trade Sherfane Rutherford to MI?🤯💀 pic.twitter.com/WMm0nfhZ1Q
-Dhananjay Singh (@Djbai01) 11 February 2026
Sherfane Rutherford is an absolute beast 💀
Mumbai Indians trade players never disappoint 🗿#ENGvsWI pic.twitter.com/SkxgP0xKbU– Revengeseeker (@revengeseekerr) 11 February 2026
Sherfane Rutherford has become an absolute T20 powerhouse recently. He has now become a consistent six-hitting force and is bowling with remarkable consistency.
Once known as a hit-or-miss batsman, he has reinvented himself through hard work. He can steady the innings after the start… pic.twitter.com/qpeYkwqO7S
– Ayush Kumar (@AyushKumar26865) 11 February 2026
A brilliant spin performance and Rutherford’s 76* lead West Indies to a crucial win over England!
Sherfane Rutherford – 76*(42)
Jason Holder – 33(17)Gudakesh Moti – 4 overs, 3 wickets, 33 runs
Roston Chase- 4 overs, 2 wickets, 29 runs#ENGvsWI #T20WorldCup #westindies pic.twitter.com/rMxw5gtPte– Arshi (@imArshit) 11 February 2026
West Indies 196/6 beat England 166/30 by 30 runs
• Sherfane Rutherford 76* (MOTM)
• Jason Holder 33
• Sam Curran 34
• Phil Salt 30
• Gudakesh Moti 3/33
Adil Rashid and Jamie Overton (2 each)
WI’s spin magic seals it! 🔥 #ENGvWI– Akshansh Gupta (@akshanshgupta93) 11 February 2026
Gudakesh pearls, absolutely stunning! 🔥👏
The accuracy and consistency this guy is bringing is next level. 💯#T20WorldCup2026 #ENGvsWI #ICCMensT20WorldCup #pearlmagic– Cricket Katha (@TheCricketKatha) 11 February 2026
