Meet Lokesh Bam, The 25 year old Nepali batter who humiliated England in T20 World Cup 2026 with 39 of just…

A historic upset nearly unfolded at the T20 World Cup 2026. Nepal, playing in their first-ever World Cup, almost brought former champions England to their knees. Although England eventually won by four runs, Nepal’s fighting spirit and Lokesh Bahadur Bam’s explosive batting defined the match.

Chasing the Target and England’s Confidence

While chasing a challenging target of 185 runs, Nepal struggled at 129/4 after 16 overs. The required run rate climbed above 12, and England sensed that the match was firmly in their grasp. At that moment, the game began to shift.

Lokesh Bahadur Bam’s Fearless Attack

Lokesh Bahadur Bam walked in and completely changed the complexion of the game. He smashed two massive sixes off fast bowler Jofra Archer and took on Adil Rashid and Luke Wood with equal confidence. With every big hit, the atmosphere at the Wankhede Stadium grew more electric.

The Thrilling Final Over

In the final over, Nepal needed 10 runs to win. Sam Curran bowled, and Bam stayed on strike. On the fourth ball, Bam refused a single, backing himself to finish the match with a big shot. Although Nepal fell short, they pushed England to the edge until the very last ball.

Who Is Lokesh Bam?

Twenty-five-year-old Lokesh Bahadur Bam hails from Doti, Nepal. He is a right-handed wicketkeeper-batter who regularly plays the finisher’s role in domestic cricket. His aggressive approach against fast bowlers remains his greatest strength.

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