Small Nations Outsmarting Big Teams with Their Game

Since the start of the T20 World Cup 2026, smaller cricketing nations have been putting up remarkable performances, giving strong competition to the bigger teams. The Netherlands came close to defeating Pakistan, while Scotland posed a serious challenge to the West Indies. Similarly, the USA team surprised cricket fans by giving India a tough contest.

The Afghanistan–New Zealand match was equally thrilling and Nepal came close to clinching a victory against England. The fearless play of these smaller nations is showcasing their talent on the global cricket stage, making the tournament even more exciting. As this is just the beginning, many more surprises are expected in the upcoming matches.