England Beat New Zealand by 4 Wickets in T20 World Cup 2026 Thriller as Will Jacks, Rehan Ahmed’s Late Cameo Seals Win

In a dramatic finish to the England vs New Zealand T20 World Cup 2026 clash, England chased down 160 with three balls to spare, thanks to a crucial unbeaten knock from Rehan Ahmed and a steady contribution from Will Jacks.

Rehan Ahmed’s Late Cameo Turns the Game

The highlight of the match was Rehan Ahmed’s unbeaten 19 off just 7 balls, which came at a critical moment when England needed quick runs.

His aggressive finishing, combined with Will Jacks’ composed 32, helped England cross the line under pressure.

Early Setback for England in Chase

Chasing 160, England faced immediate trouble:

• Two wickets fell within the first eight balls
• Phil Salt and Jos Buttler departed early
• Score was just two runs for two wickets

Captain Harry Brook then stabilized the innings with a key partnership before the middle order kept the chase alive.

New Zealand’s Competitive Total

Earlier, New Zealand posted 159/7 in 20 overs after a strong start from their openers.

Key contributions included:

• Tim Seifert scoring 35
• Glenn Phillips anchoring the innings with 39
• A quick powerplay scoring burst

However, England bowlers pulled things back with crucial breakthroughs in the middle and death overs.

England Bowlers Deliver at Crucial Moments

England’s bowling attack played a major role in restricting New Zealand:

• Will Jacks picked up two wickets
• Adil Rashid also claimed two
• Rehan Ahmed contributed with the ball as well

The late wickets prevented New Zealand from setting a bigger target.

Turning Point in the Final Overs

With over 40 runs needed in the last three overs, England accelerated sharply.

Rehan Ahmed’s boundaries and six, along with late hitting from the lower order, shifted momentum completely in England’s favour.

What This Win Means for England

The England vs New Zealand T20 World Cup 2026 victory strengthens England’s position in the Super 8 stage and boosts confidence ahead of upcoming matches.

The thrilling finish showcased England’s depth in batting and ability to handle pressure situations.

Match Summary

• New Zealand: 159/7 (20 overs)
• England: 161/6 (19.3 overs)
• Result: England won by 4 wickets

A Memorable T20 World Cup Clash

The Rehan Ahmed cameo vs New Zealand will be remembered as one of the decisive moments of the tournament, highlighting England’s fighting spirit and composure in tight finishes.

Munsif News 24×7 reports that the thrilling England vs New Zealand T20 World Cup 2026 match has added fresh excitement to the tournament as teams battle for semifinal spots.

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