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England deny Nepal in final-ball thriller at World Cup

England deny Nepal in final-ball thriller at World Cup

Summary

In a T20 World Cup cricket match in Mumbai, England narrowly defeated Nepal by four runs. England's Sam Curran successfully defended 10 runs in the last over, preventing Nepal from achieving a historic win.

Key Facts

  • England scored 184 runs for 7 wickets in their 20 overs.
  • Nepal chased and managed to score 180 runs for 6 wickets.
  • Sam Curran played a key role in the final over, stopping Nepal from scoring the needed 10 runs.
  • Lokesh Bam from Nepal needed to hit a six on the last ball to win but only scored one run.
  • England's Harry Brook scored 53 runs, while George Bethell added 55 runs.
  • Liam Dawson contributed to England's defense with two wickets for 21 runs in his four overs.
  • Will Jacks hit three sixes towards the end of England's innings.
  • England's next match in the tournament is against the West Indies in three days.
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