T20 World cup: Nepal chase down 171 to clinch first T20 World Cup win in 12 years

Nepal secured a memorable victory over Scotland by seven wickets in their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Group C match at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Chasing a target of 171 set by Scotland, the Rhinos finished at 171/3 in 19.2 overs, sealing the win with four balls to spare and marking their first T20 World Cup triumph since 2014.

Scotland, put into bat after losing the toss, posted a competitive total of 170/7 in their 20 overs. Opener Michael Jones was the standout performer with a brilliant 71 off 45 balls, laced with eight fours and three sixes, giving Scotland early momentum. George Munsey contributed 27, and Brandon McMullen added 25, helping build a solid platform for the total. In response, Nepal’s chase was anchored by key contributions from the top order. Kushal Bhurtel struck 43 off 35 deliveries and Aasif Sheikh supported with 33 off 27, giving Nepal a strong opening partnership. The defining performance came from Dipendra Singh Airee, who smashed an unbeaten 50 off just 23 balls, including powerful boundaries and maximums to take control of the game. Gulshan Jha also played a useful cameo, scoring 24 not out to help close out the run chase.

Nepal’s bowlers played their part earlier in the match with Sompal Kami returning figures of 3/25 to dent Scotland’s batting effort, while Nandan Yadav claimed 2/34. Captain Richie Berrington and other Scottish batters were unable to accelerate at the death as Nepal tightened their grip on the contest. This victory provides a boost for Nepal’s cricketing credentials on the world stage and ends a long wait for a win in the T20 World Cup.