England secured a tense four-wicket win over New Zealand in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 clash in Colombo.
Batting first, New Zealand posted 159/7, powered by Glenn Phillips’ 39 and Tim Seifert’s 35, while Adil Rashid and Will Jacks picked two wickets each. In reply, England stumbled early before Harry Brook rebuilt the chase.
With 43 needed off 18 balls, Rehan Ahmed smashed an unbeaten 19 off seven deliveries to swing momentum. Jacks’ crucial 32 and disciplined bowling proved decisive as England chased 161 with three balls to spare, strengthening their semifinal push.