England will face the West Indies in Match 15 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on February 11, 2026.
This is a blockbuster Group C clash between two former champions, both of whom have won the T20 World Cup twice. England survived a massive scare in their opening match, beating Nepal by just 4 runs on February 8.
The West Indies opened their campaign with a convincing 35-run win over Scotland on February 7. This night’s match promises to be a thrilling contest between two power-packed sides.
England vs West Indies Match Preview
This is the 15th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, and the second game for both teams. England will look to put their Nepal scare behind them, where they scraped through despite strong batting performances from Jacob Bethell (55) and Harry Brook (53).
West Indies, led by Shai Hope, showed their power-hitting prowess against Scotland. Both teams are eyeing the top spot in Group C to secure a smooth path to the Super 8 stage. This is a crucial fixture, as a loss could complicate either team’s qualification chances.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | England vs West Indies, 15th Match, Group C |
| Date | 11 February 2026 |
| Time | 7:00 PM Local / 7:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Series | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Context | Both teams’ second match; clash of two-time champions |
Pitch Report
The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai is one of the most batting-friendly grounds in India. The pitch offers good pace and bounce, with the ball coming nicely onto the bat. The average scoring rate in T20Is at this venue is around 9.34 runs per over. The local red soil provides extra bounce, making stroke-play easier. Pacers can get some assistance early with the new ball due to the sea-breeze effect from the Arabian Sea.
The surface was slightly two-paced in the opening match between India and USA but remained good for batting overall. Dew is expected to be a major factor in the second innings of this night match, making chasing slightly easier. Totals around 180-200 are par on this ground.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Batting-friendly with good pace and bounce |
| Average T20I Score | 170-180 |
| Highest T20I Score | 212 |
| Pace vs Spin | Balanced; pace gets early help, spin useful in middle overs |
| Toss Factor | Bowling first preferred due to dew |
Weather Report
Mumbai in February has warm and pleasant weather conditions. The temperature during the evening match is expected to be around 25-30°C. Humidity levels will be moderate at around 60-70%. Clear skies are expected with no threat of rain. Dew will be a significant factor in the second innings, making it tougher for bowlers to grip the ball.
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 25-30°C |
| Sky | Clear, no rain expected |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
| Humidity | 60-70% |
| Dew | Expected in second innings |
Toss Prediction
The captain winning the toss should choose to bowl first. Dew is expected to play a big role in the second innings, making it easier to chase. Wankhede Stadium traditionally offers better batting conditions under lights. Teams have found chasing easier at this venue in T20Is, especially in night matches.
Injury Updates
England: No Injury Concern
West Indies: No Injury Concern.
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England vs West Indies Head-to-Head Records in T20Is
England and the West Indies have a closely contested T20I rivalry. The West Indies leads the head-to-head record with 18 wins, compared with England’s 16, with 1 match ending in a draw. In T20 World Cup matches, these teams have produced some memorable contests. The 2016 T20 World Cup final is the most famous encounter in which Carlos Brathwaite hit Ben Stokes for four consecutive sixes in the final over.
| Category | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total T20I Matches | 35 |
| England Wins | 16 |
| West Indies Wins | 18 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Last Meeting | ENG won by 21 runs (June 2025) |
Last Five T20I Meetings
- England won by 37 runs, 10-Jun-2025
- England won by 4 wickets (with 9 balls remaining) 08-Jun-2025
- England won by 21 runs, 06-Jun-2025
- No result 18-Nov-2024
- West Indies won by 5 wickets (with 6 balls remaining) 17-Nov-2024
Note: Recent matches between these teams have been close, with each side winning alternately.
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Top Picks For The Match
| Player | Team | Role | Key Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phil Salt | ENG | WK/Batter | 395 runs in 9 T20Is, avg 56.43, SR 173.24 |
| Jos Buttler | ENG | WK/Batter | 251 runs in 10 T20Is, avg 27.89, SR 170.74 |
| Shimron Hetmyer | WI | Batter | 297 runs in 7 T20Is, avg 49.5, SR 183.33 |
| Akeal Hosein | WI | All-rounder | Key powerplay spinner, handy with bat |
| Jason Holder | WI | All-rounder | Death bowling specialist, batting depth |
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