India, Feb. 17 -- Nepal's 2026 T20 World Cup, which began with a dash of hope and heartbreak in the epic with England, ended with a happy sign-off and their first victory in a men's World Cup in 12 years.

Scotland, which only made it to this World Cup with a last-minute scramble after Bangladesh's late pull-out, can also walk away with one win to show against Italy and their heads held high.

In Nepal's seven-wicket victory over Scotland on Tuesday evening, there was something, at last, for their passionately loyal travelling fanbase that had flocked to Mumbai in large numbers to cheer about.

Nepal had nearly pulled off a 185-run chase against England, falling short by four runs needing 10 off 6. This time they made sure they crossed th...