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Even though both teams are already out of contention for the Super 8 stage, the Group C encounter between Scotland and Nepal at the iconic Wankhede Stadium has plenty of drama to offer. With pride at stake in the 33rd match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, both sides came out determined to finish their campaign on a positive note.
Nepal won the toss and chose to bowl first — a decision that seemed questionable in the early stages as Scotland’s openers came out all guns blazing.
Scotland’s flying start through George Munsey and Michael Jones
Scotland couldn’t have asked for a better start. George Munsey and Michael Jones stitched together a fluent 80-run partnership for the opening wicket, putting Nepal’s bowlers under immense pressure. Munsey looked aggressive from ball one, while Jones played the perfect supporting role before accelerating confidently.
The Nepal bowlers struggled initially to find their rhythm as Scotland raced ahead in the powerplay. At one stage, a total well beyond 190 looked firmly within reach. The momentum was completely in Scotland’s favour, and Nepal needed something extraordinary to claw their way back.
Sompal Kami takes a one-handed screamer to remove Brandon McMullen
That extraordinary moment arrived in the 16th over — courtesy of Nepal’s experienced all-rounder Sompal Kami. On the fourth ball of the over, Kami bowled a clever slower full delivery on middle stump to Brandon McMullen. McMullen, looking to push the scoring rate, chipped the ball back over the bowler’s head after committing early to the shot.
What happened next left the packed Wankhede crowd in absolute disbelief. In his followthrough, Kami instinctively stuck out his right hand and plucked a sensational one-handed catch out of thin air. The stadium erupted. For a few seconds, the noise was deafening McMullen stood stunned at the crease, struggling to process what had just unfolded. It was one of those catches that instantly becomes a tournament highlight — sharp reflexes, balance, and sheer athletic brilliance all rolled into one breathtaking moment.
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Nepal’s spirited fightback restricts Scotland
Kami’s moment of magic triggered a shift in momentum. Nepal tightened the screws and picked up wickets at regular intervals. From cruising comfortably, Scotland suddenly found themselves rebuilding. Jones, however, stood tall amid the collapse. The right-hander top-scored with a brilliant 71 off just 45 deliveries, smashing eight fours and three sixes in an entertaining knock. His innings ensured Scotland posted a competitive total despite the middle-order wobble.
Eventually, Scotland finished at 170/7 in their 20 overs — a total that looked slightly below par considering their dominant start. Kami was the standout performer with the ball for Nepal. The all-rounder returned impressive figures of 3 for 25 in his four overs, combining control, clever variations, and that unforgettable catch to cap off a memorable outing.
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