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The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai witnessed a Caribbean carnival on February 11, 2026, as the West Indies<\/strong> dismantled England<\/strong> by 30 runs in a high-stakes Group C encounter of the\u00a0ICC Men\u2019s T20 World Cup 2026<\/a><\/strong>. In a match defined by raw power and tactical spin, the Windies overcame a disastrous start to post a formidable 196\/6, ultimately bowling England out for 166. The victory not only sent the Mumbai crowd into a frenzy but also signaled the West Indies\u2019 intent to reclaim their throne as the kings of the shortest format.<\/p>\n The game began like a nightmare for the Men in Maroon. By the second over, Jofra Archer<\/strong> and Sam Curran<\/strong> had removed Shai Hope<\/strong> and Brandon King<\/strong>, leaving the Windies reeling at 8\/2. However, the early tremors were merely the setup for a Sherfane Rutherford<\/strong> masterclass.<\/p>\n Rutherford, coming in with the score at 77\/4, played an innings of sheer calculated aggression. While Roston Chase<\/strong> (34) and Shimron Hetmyer<\/strong> (23) provided the necessary stabilization, Rutherford provided the fireworks. He hammered an unbeaten 76 off just 42 deliveries, a knock decorated with 6 towering sixes and 9 boundaries.<\/p>\n His assault peaked during the death overs, where he dismantled England\u2019s pace attack with surgical precision. Alongside Jason Holder<\/strong>, who chipped in with a vital 33 off 17, Rutherford powered the West Indies to a total of 196\/6. The match flow shifted dramatically in the final five overs, as the Windies plundered runs at a rate exceeding 12 per over, leaving the English bowlers, particularly Will Jacks<\/strong> and Archer, searching for answers.<\/p>\n Chasing 197, England started with the characteristic aggression of Phil Salt<\/strong>, who blazed 30 off 14 balls. At the end of the Powerplay, England sat comfortably at 67\/1, looking well on track to chase down the target. However, the introduction of Gudakesh Motie<\/strong> completely flipped the script.<\/p>\n Motie, the left-arm orthodox maestro, proved to be the undoing of England\u2019s middle order. He removed the dangerous Jacob Bethell<\/strong> (33) just as he was looking to anchor the chase, before dismissing Tom Banton<\/strong> and the English captain Harry Brook<\/strong> in quick succession. Motie\u2019s spell of 3\/33 acted as a stranglehold, drying up the boundaries and forcing errors.<\/p>\n While Sam Curran<\/strong> waged a lone battle with an unbeaten 43, the lack of support from the other end was glaring. Chase complemented Motie perfectly with 2\/29<\/strong>, removing the experienced Jos Buttler<\/strong> just as he threatened to cut loose. The discipline of the West Indies\u2019 bowling unit was reflected in their ability to take wickets at regular intervals, preventing any significant partnerships from forming after the 10th over.<\/p>\n The match concluded in the 19th over when Shamar Joseph<\/strong> dismissed Adil Rashid<\/strong><\/a>, sparking wild celebrations in the stands. With this 30-run victory, the West Indies have firmly established themselves as the team to beat in Group C.<\/p>\n Also READ:\u00a0Fans react as Sherfane Rutherford runs riot against England in T20 World Cup 2026 clash<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n West Indies won by 30 runs \ud83d\ude42#ENGvWI<\/a> #T20WorldCup<\/a> #cricket<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/SiofsbMzit<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) February 11, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n West Indies Second Match in T20 World Cup \ud83e\udd29<\/p>\n Sherfane Rutherford goes absolutely berserk, Unbeaten 76 off 42 balls, He single handedly powered West Indies to 196\/6. Massive knock \ud83e\udee1<\/p>\n Gudakesh Motie is spinning England into trouble 4 overs, 3 big wickets for just 33 runs\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/ExNa8hbeLQ<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 D.S. Bhati (@DSCricinfo789) February 11, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n This Sherfane Rutherford is playing next level cricket.#ENGvsWI<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 auqib (@auqibhabib) February 11, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n WEST INDIES BEAT ENGLAND BY 30 RUNS <\/p>\n -They have beaten England after 10 years \u2014 the unknown memes (@theunknowmemes) February 11, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n What on earth made GT trade Sherfane Rutherford to MI?\ud83e\udd2f\ud83d\udc80 pic.twitter.com\/WMm0nfhZ1Q<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Dhananjay Singh (@Djbhai01) February 11, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Sherfane Rutherford is an absolute beast \ud83d\udc80 \u2014 revengeseeker (@revengeseekerr) February 11, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Sherfane Rutherford has turned into an absolute T20 powerhouse lately. He\u2019s now a relentless six-hitting force, delivering with remarkable consistency.<\/p>\n Once known as a hit-or-miss batter, he\u2019s reinvented himself through sheer hard work. He can steady the innings after early\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/qpeYkwqO7S<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Ayush Kumar (@AyushKumar26865) February 11, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n A brilliant spin show and Rutherford\u2019s 76* hand West Indies a crucial win over England! <\/p>\n Sherfane Rutherford \u2013 76*(42) Gudakesh Motie \u2013 4 overs, 3 wickets, 33 runs \u2014 Arshy (@imArshit) February 11, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n West Indies 196\/6 beat England 166 by 30 runs pic.twitter.com\/a8qtICAnGP<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Akshansh Gupta (@akshanshgupta93) February 11, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Gudakesh Motie, absolutely brilliant! \ud83d\udd25\ud83d\udc4f pic.twitter.com\/QYWIBcQ5Eu<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 The Cricket Katha (@TheCricketKatha) February 11, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nSherfane Rutherford\u2019s brutal assault resurrects the West Indies against England<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Gudakesh Motie\u2019s spin web and disciplined bowling halt England in T20 World Cup 2026 game<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Here\u2019s how fans reacted:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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-They almost had sealed the super 8 spot
\u2013 From sherfane Rutherford to Jason Holder to Gudakesh Motie Evryone has given for West Indies pic.twitter.com\/Od16FLrI7h<\/a><\/p>\n\n
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Mumbai Indians Trade players Never disappoints \ud83d\uddff#ENGvsWI<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/SkxgP0xKbU<\/a><\/p>\n\n
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Jason Holder \u2013 33(17)<\/p>\n
Roston Chase \u2013 4 overs, 2 wickets, 29 runs#ENGvsWI<\/a> #T20WorldCup<\/a> #WestIndies<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/rMxw5gtPte<\/a><\/p>\n\n
\u2022 Sherfane Rutherford 76* (MOTM)
\u2022 Jason Holder 33
\u2022 Sam Curran 34
\u2022 Phil salt 30
\u2022 Gudakesh Motie 3\/33
\u2022 Adil Rashid & Jamie Overton (2 each)
Spin magic from WI seals it! \ud83d\udd25 #ENGvWI<\/a> <\/p>\n\n
The accuracy and consistency this guy is bringing is next level. \ud83d\udcaf#T20WorldCup2026<\/a> #ENGvsWI<\/a> #ICCMensT20WorldCup<\/a> #MotieMagic<\/a> <\/p>\n