West Indies’ Jason Holder turned destroyer-in-chief, claiming 4 wickets in a clinical demolition of Nepal by 9 wickets during T20 World Cup 2026 at Wankhede. His efforts earned him Player of the Match honors in Sunday’s fixture.
Holder attributed his haul to pitch assistance. ‘Unique game – ball moved well off the seam, lines challenged them, and we bowled accurately early on,’ he analyzed.
Generous in praise, he said, ‘Matthew Forde deserves equal credit for priming the wicket with an excellent spell, enabling our seamless transition.’
On personal prep, Holder shared, ‘I’ve drilled this style lately – incorporating around-the-wicket, angle shifts to dodge predictability.’
Leadership defines him too. ‘My role? Maximize player support in high-stakes scenarios by disseminating insights from vast experience.’
By the numbers: WI chose to field. Nepal: 133/8 in 20. Holder: 4 wickets. WI: 134/1 in 15.2 overs. Hope unbeaten 61 (44b), Hetmyer 46* (32b), King 22 out.
Holder’s versatility keeps West Indies a formidable force, exciting prospects for deeper tournament runs.