Nepal face a well-oiled England in World Cup opener at Wankhede
Summary
Nepal faces England in their 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup opener at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium, with England being favorites but respecting Nepal's challenge. The match starts at 3:15 pm Nepali time.
Key Points
- Nepal plays England in the opening match of the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium.
- England is favored with a strong squad including Harry Brook, Jos Buttler, and Phil Salt, exploiting favorable pitch conditions.
- Nepal aims to improve from past close encounters and gain confidence from recent wins against strong teams like West Indies.
- Experts like Harsha Bhogle acknowledge Nepal's growth and potential to challenge top teams in this tournament.
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