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West Indies Triumph Over Scotland in T20 World Cup Opener

2/7/2026

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West Indies beat Scotland by 35 runs in T20 World Cup 2026 opener in Kolkata.
Scotland were bowled out for 147 chasing 183.
Scotland captain Richie Berrington scored 42 and shared a 78-run stand with Tom Bruce before Berrington was dismissed.
West Indies bowler Romario Shepherd took five wickets, including a 17th-over hat-trick, finishing 5-20.
Shimron Hetmyer of West Indies top-scored with 64 off 36 balls, helping them reach 182-5.

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West Indies beat Scotland by 35 runs in T20 World Cup 2026 opener in Kolkata.
Scotland were bowled out for 147 chasing 183.
Scotland captain Richie Berrington scored 42 and shared a 78-run stand with Tom Bruce before Berrington was dismissed.
West Indies bowler Romario Shepherd took five wickets, including a 17th-over hat-trick, finishing 5-20.
Shimron Hetmyer of West Indies top-scored with 64 off 36 balls, helping them reach 182-5.