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Shephard record in West Indies Win
West Indies’ 35-run win over Scotland in their opening Group C match of the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup on February 7, 2026:
🏏 Batting Brilliance Sets the Tone
Electing to bat first, the West Indies put together a competitive total of 182 for 5 in 20 overs. The innings was anchored by a powerful middle-order display from Shimron Hetmyer, who scored 64 runs off 36 balls, providing the impetus after a cautious start. His aggressive half-century included big hitting and clever strokeplay, shifting momentum firmly in the Caribbean side’s favour.
Supporting contributions came from Brandon King (35) and Rovman Powell (24), helping West Indies build a well-rounded total that put pressure back on the Scottish bowlers.
💥 Bowling Masterclass and Historic Feats
In response, Scotland managed 147 all out in 18.5 overs. The visitors showed resilience early in their chase with a solid partnership around the middle order, but West Indies’ bowling attack struck crucial blows to derail their progress.
Romario Shepherd was the standout performer with the ball, claiming a sensational five-wicket haul — including a hat-trick — and finishing with figures of 5 for 20. This remarkable achievement made Shepherd the first West Indian to take a hat-trick in a T20 World Cup, providing a defining moment in the match and a major highlight of the tournament’s opening day.
Veteran all-rounder Jason Holder also made his mark by taking 3 wickets, helping wrap up Scotland’s innings and secure the win for West Indies.
📊 Result & Significance
West Indies: 182/5 (20 overs)
Scotland: 147 all out (18.5 overs)
Result: West Indies won by 35 runs
Player of the Match: Shimron Hetmyer
The victory gave West Indies an excellent start to their T20 World Cup campaign, showcasing both batting depth and bowling firepower. It also set a positive tone in Group C, reinforcing West Indies’ status as one of the strong contenders in the tournament.