New York, June 12, 2024 – India secured a comfortable win against the United States in the 25th match of Group A at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, held in New York. The match saw India chasing down the modest target of 111 with 7 wickets in hand and 10 balls to spare.
The USA, batting first, struggled to build momentum against a disciplined Indian bowling attack. Arshdeep Singh was the standout performer for India, claiming an impressive 4 wickets for just 9 runs, earning him the Player of the Match award. His devastating spell dismantled the USA’s batting lineup, limiting them to a total of 110 for 8 in their 20 overs.
Despite a valiant effort from the USA’s batsmen, none could convert their starts into a substantial score. The top scorer for the USA was Steven Taylor with 28 runs, but he found little support from his teammates as wickets fell at regular intervals.
In response, India approached the chase with confidence. The opening partnership laid a solid foundation before captain Suryakumar Yadav (50 runs) and Shivam Dube (31 runs) steered the innings with composed performances. A brief wobble saw India lose a couple of quick wickets. India reached the target of 111 in 18.2 overs, finishing at 111 for 3.
Arshdeep Singh’s exceptional bowling performance was the highlight of the match. His ability to swing the ball and bowl with precision troubled the USA batsmen throughout their innings. Speaking after the match, Arshdeep said, “I’m delighted with my performance today. The conditions were favorable for swing bowling, and I just tried to keep it simple and bowl in the right areas.”
India’s victory strengthens their position in Group A, bolstering their chances of progressing to the knockout stages of the tournament. The USA, on the other hand, will need to regroup and improve their performance in the remaining matches to stay in contention.
The cricketing spectacle in New York continues to draw enthusiastic crowds, showcasing the global appeal of the sport. As the tournament progresses, fans eagerly await more thrilling encounters and standout performances.
Match Summary:
- United States of America: 110/8 (20 overs)
- Nitish Kumar 27
- Arshdeep Singh 4/9
- India: 111/3 (18.2 overs)
- Suryakumar Yadav 50*, Shivam Dube 31*, Rishabh Pant 18
- India won by 7 wickets with 10 balls remaining
- Player of the Match: Arshdeep Singh (IND) 4/9
