What Happened In a crucial Group C match of the T20 World Cup 2026, England defeated Scotland by five wickets at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Scotland batted first, posting a total of 152 runs. England’s Jofra Archer made early breakthroughs, dismissing George Munsey and Brandon McMullen. Scotland’s captain, Richie Berrington, led the recovery with a score of 49 runs, while Michael Jones contributed 33 runs. However, England’s bowlers, including Adil Rashid, who took 3 wickets for 36 runs, managed to bowl Scotland out. Why It Matters Tom Banton’s unbeaten 63 runs off 41 balls were pivotal in England’s successful chase. After losing both openers early, Banton formed a crucial partnership with Jacob Bethell, scoring 66 runs together. His performance not only secured the victory but also kept England on track for a Super Eight berth in the tournament. What’s Next Following this victory, England will look to build momentum in the T20 World Cup as they aim for a strong showing in the upcoming matches. The team’s ability to recover from early setbacks, as demonstrated by Banton’s performance, will be critical in their pursuit of the championship. Post navigation Celta Vigo Snatches Late Equalizer Against Espanyol in Thrilling 2-2 Draw Scotland Triumphs in Historic Calcutta Cup Match Against England