ENG vs WI, T20 World Cup 2026: Rutherford's six-hitting, Motie's 3-fer put Windies in pole position – Action in Images

West Indies played a brilliant all-round game to subject England to a 30-run loss – one which puts WI in control of Group C, and England's campaign at risk.

Updated on Feb 11, 2026 11:39 pm IST 8 Photos
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West Indies sealed a comprehensive 30-run victory at the Wankhede Stadium, with England's batter folding under pressure against quality spin-bowling. West Indies now look set for the next stage, while ENgland might have to scrap to ensure their progression.(AP)

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West Indies got off to a very poor start with the bat – two wickets in the first 7 deliveries, including captain Shai Hope, set them on the back foot, before Shimron Hetmyer's quick cameo also ended prematurely to give the early advantage to England.(REUTERS)

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West Indies innings was given backbone by Sherfane Rutherford, who showed excellent composure and sense in how he built his innings from a tricky position. After consolidating alongside Roston Chase (33), he began to explode, striking 7 sixes during a terrific innings of 74*(42).(Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)

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The pick of England's bowlers was Adil Rashid – although he only took one wicket, he only conceded 16 runs, and looked to be in sensational rhythm. However, Will Jacks, Sam Curran, Jofra Archer were extremely expensive, meaning WI could afford to play out the strike leg-spinner safely.(Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)

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Jason Holder came in towards the death overs, and hit 3 towering sixes in a rapid knock of 33(17) to provide late impetus. He helped ensure the Windies could push on and reach a total of 196/6.(AFP)

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