England vs West Indies LIVE: ICC T20 World Cup 2026 - cricket score, radio commentary & video highlights
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The post was published at 14:59 GMT.
Steven Finn, a former fast bowler for England, is providing insights on BBC Test Match Special. He warns that the West Indies pose a significant threat with their ability to hit massive sixes. England must find a way to disrupt this partnership; the question now is, who will Harry Brook turn to for that breakthrough? Perhaps Adil Rashid is the answer...
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As of 17 overs, the West Indies have reached 162-5.
Jason Holder hits another six to move to a commendable 21 off just nine balls. It’s been a fantastic over for the West Indies, racking up 20 runs off Sam Curran’s bowling. Will Adil Rashid be able to deliver once more for England?
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The time stamp of this update shows 14:57 GMT.
Prakash Wakankar, a commentator on BBC Test Match Special, marvels at Jason Holder's exquisite timing as he sends the ball sailing over the boundary. He pauses to admire his shot, and who could blame him for that?
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At 16.3 overs, the West Indies stand at 154-5.
Jason Holder is really getting into the groove now! He hits back-to-back sixes off Sam Curran, who previously shone in the last over against Nepal. However, the West Indies show no mercy to the England pacer this time.
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The time posted is 14:54 GMT.
Steven Finn describes Sherfane Rutherford as crucial for the West Indies at this juncture, given the solid foundation they have laid. He has a prime opportunity to further punish England here.
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With the score at 142-5 after 16 overs, it seems we are poised for an exciting finish in the last few overs.
Sherfane Rutherford is in great form, and the West Indies have set themselves up well to launch an aggressive final assault. How will England respond to this challenge?
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At 14:51 GMT, Steven Finn praises an outstanding shot from Sherfane Rutherford, who waits patiently and then strikes flat and hard over the boundary. England would likely be content to chase a target of around 180, but the West Indies appear eager to push towards the 200-run mark.
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Rutherford reaches his fifty at 15.2 overs, bringing the score to WI 140-5.
He top-edges Jamie Overton's first delivery, which bounces just over the rope behind the wicketkeeper. However, he quickly redeems himself by achieving a magnificent half-century in just 29 balls with a towering six.
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At 15 overs, the West Indies are at 130-5.
Adil Rashid concludes his over with one wicket while only conceding three runs. His current figures stand impressively at 2 wickets for 11 runs after three overs.
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Published at 14:46 GMT, Carlos Brathwaite, a former West Indies all-rounder on BBC Test Match Special, notes that England has dismissed Rovman Powell just when he looked set to play big. This also means Adil Rashid will now take aim at the lower order of the West Indies batting lineup with his wrist spin.
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WICKET! Posted at 14.2 overs.
Powell gets caught by Overton, bowled by Rashid for 14 runs (WI 128-5). Rovman Powell attempted to attack Adil Rashid but promptly regretted his decision. He struck down the ground but failed to achieve the necessary distance, resulting in Jamie Overton taking an easy catch. This dismissal ends the 51-run partnership between Powell and Sherfane Rutherford.
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Get involved. Published at 14:44 GMT.
Click the 'get involved' button on this page. Some fans believe England boasts a world-class batting lineup, yet they criticize the bowling attack (excluding Adil Rashid), claiming it’s mediocre and arguing that this might hinder their chances of winning the tournament.
Trevor from Hampshire shares his thoughts on this.
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Posted at 14:42 GMT, Rufus Bullough, an analyst from CricViz, points out that the game has recorded 2.8° of spin so far tonight, marking the highest amount seen in any match throughout the World Cup thus far.
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Drinks break at 14 overs.
With a score of WI 127-4, Liam Dawson manages to recover decently after conceding 11 runs from the first three deliveries, allowing only two more runs thereafter. Players take a drinks break before the final six overs begin.
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At 14:40 GMT, Henry Moeran, a commentator on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra, observes that Harry Brook is chewing gum and blowing bubbles, but he understands the urgency of devising strategies since the West Indies innings is gaining momentum.
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With a score of WI 125-4 at 13.3 overs, more runs are added to the West Indies total thanks to Sherfane Rutherford.
He finds the boundary at third with the first ball of Liam Dawson's over before hitting a powerful straight drive over the bowler's head for a six just two balls later.
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Posted at 14:38 GMT, Carlos Brathwaite mentions that Jofra Archer's over was costly, yielding a lot of runs, but emphasizes that his main role is to secure a wicket, which may come at the expense of some runs. Unfortunately, he wasn’t able to achieve that this time.
Despite losing four wickets, the West Indies have strong depth in their batting lineup.
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At 13 overs, the West Indies are at 114-4.
Jofra Archer’s return proved expensive, leaking 17 runs during his over.
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Carlos Brathwaite comments at 14:37 GMT that Adil Rashid made a valiant effort with a catch, but ultimately it resulted in six runs for the West Indies.
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The score is WI 109-4 at 12.4 overs.
Jofra Archer comes back into the attack and nearly claims a wicket. Adil Rashid puts forth an impressive effort near the boundary, diving to prevent what seemed to be a certain six from Sherfane Rutherford. His tremendous effort pushes the ball back onto the rope, but unfortunately, it doesn’t change the outcome, allowing the West Indies to ramp up the pressure.
