Jason Holder lived up to his reputation as an ‘unpredictable’ bowler, ripping through Nepal’s batting lineup with 4 wickets to hand West Indies a thumping 9-wicket triumph in T20 World Cup 2026 at Wankhede Stadium.
In his match-winning spell, Holder exploited helpful conditions masterfully. Post-match, he remarked, ‘Different pitch behavior today – good carry, tricky lines, and vital swing. Our front-line bowlers kept it tight.’
Teamwork was key, as per Holder. ‘Shoutout to Matthew Forde for that pristine start. His spell set us up perfectly for adjustments.’
Holder detailed his bowling philosophy: ‘Been honing this variation for months – round the wicket angles to keep batsmen guessing. Unpredictability is my edge.’
His off-field role is equally vital. ‘Helping teammates under pressure is my priority. I pass on learnings from a long career; it’s not about knowing it all, but sharing what I do.’
Game summary: Bowling first after toss win, WI restricted Nepal to 133/8. Holder’s haul was pivotal. Target chased in 15.2 overs at 134/1. Hope’s 61* (44 balls), Hetmyer’s 46* (32), with King’s 22 the only dismissal.
This clinical performance signals West Indies’ title aspirations, with Holder at the forefront.