West Indies vs Nepal Live Streaming Free | T20 World Cup 2026

MUMBAI: The action at the Wankhede Stadium is heating up as the West Indies take on Nepal in a crucial Group C encounter of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.

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Breaking News: West Indies have won the toss and decided to BOWL first.

West Indies captain Shai Hope has opted to chase, likely banking on the Wankhede’s history of favoring teams batting second under lights, or perhaps looking to exploit early moisture with his pacers before the spinners take over. For Nepal, this is a do-or-die game. After a heartbreaking 4-run loss to England and a shock defeat to Italy, Rohit Paudel’s men must put a massive total on the board to stay alive in the tournament.

Here is everything you need to know about the match, including where to watch it live for free, the confirmed lineups, and key stats.

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West Indies vs Nepal: Playing XI

With the toss done, the teams are locked in. West Indies have kept faith in the combination that dismantled England, while Nepal is looking for their openers to finally fire.

Table 1: Confirmed Playing XIs

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Analysis:

• West Indies: The inclusion of Gudakesh Motie is key. His spin partnership with Akeal Hosein dismantled England in the previous game, and on a Wankhede pitch that has surprisingly supported spin, he will be Hope’s trump card.
• Nepal: All eyes are on Dipendra Singh Airee, who was the standout performer against England with both bat and ball. He needs support from the top order which has been brittle so far.

Live Streaming: How to Watch WI vs NEP Free?

Fans across the globe can catch the action live. Here are the official broadcasters:

• India: JioStar App (Free on mobile) & Star Sports Network (TV).
• Global (Select Regions): ICC.TV is providing free live streaming for territories without a dedicated broadcast partner.
• VPN Option: If you are in a region with no coverage, using a VPN to access ICC.TV is a viable option.

Pitch Report: Wankhede Stadium

Contrary to its reputation as a batting paradise, the Wankhede surface for this World Cup has been tricky.

• Spin to Win: In the previous match (Eng vs WI), West Indian spinners took 5 wickets between them. The ball is gripping, making shot-making difficult in the middle overs.
• First Inning Average: Scores of 160-170 are proving competitive. Nepal will target 175+ to challenge the Windies’ deep batting lineup.
• Pace: There might be some early movement for Shamar Joseph, but the key battles will be fought by the spinners.

Head-to-Head Record (T20Is)

Surprisingly, Nepal holds the statistical edge over the two-time World Champions in this format, thanks to a series win in 2025.

Table 2: WI vs NEP Head-to-Head

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Match Prediction & Key Battles

West Indies are the clear favorites, sitting at the top of the table with wins over Scotland and England. Their confidence is high, especially with Sherfane Rutherford in the form of his life, having smashed an unbeaten 76 against England.

Key Battles:

1. Sandeep Lamichhane vs. Shai Hope: Nepal’s best bowler vs. West Indies’ anchor. If Lamichhane can strike early, Nepal has a chance.
2. Sherfane Rutherford vs. Dipendra Singh Airee: A battle of the finishers. Rutherford destroyed England’s death bowling; can Airee contain him?
3. Gudakesh Motie vs. Nepal Middle Order: Nepal struggled against spin vs. Italy. Motie’s variations will be the biggest threat to their survival.

Prediction: West Indies to restrict Nepal to under 150 and chase it down comfortably.

Get ready for an exciting contest! Can Nepal repeat their 2025 heroics, or will the Windies march into the Super 8s?