Pakistan nearly broke their streak of World Cup losses against India but ultimately succumbed to the expected outcome. Rohit Sharma and the Indian team secured the top spot in Group A by successfully defending a modest total of 119, clinching a tense six-run victory in a thrilling low-scoring encounter at New York’s Nassau County Stadium on Sunday.
Naseem Shah faced an almost insurmountable challenge, needing 16 runs off the final three balls. He couldn’t pull it off despite putting all his strength into his swings. However, a boundary and a four off the penultimate delivery brought the equation down to 8 runs needed from 1 ball, favouring India.
When Arshdeep Singh delivered a perfect yorker, sealing India’s victory, Naseem was emotionally overwhelmed. Two years ago, he had heroically hit consecutive sixes against Afghanistan, but he couldn’t replicate that feat this time. Tears of disappointment streamed down his face as he grappled with the loss.
Despite Shaheen Afridi’s comforting embrace and India captain Rohit Sharma’s supportive pat on the back, Naseem’s efforts couldn’t hide his emotions. Ultimately, Rohit’s Team India emerged victorious last night.
At the midway point, it seemed like Pakistan was on course for a 2-6 victory as India faltered in their innings, getting bowled out for 119. India was at 89/3 halfway through their innings, with Rishabh Pant appearing to be in control.
However, a remarkable turnaround by the Pakistan bowlers led to an India collapse, losing 7 wickets for just 30 runs. Naseem and Haris Rauf claimed three wickets each, supported by Mohammad Amir’s 2/23. Despite a shaky second innings, India successfully defended the lowest target in the history of T20 World Cups, thanks to brilliant bowling by Jasprit Bumrah.
India vs Pakistan T20 Worlc Cup
India beat Pakistan by six runs in a low-scoring but tense T20 World Cup Group A encounter on Sunday at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium where more than 34,000 fans were in attendance at the temporary arena.
Pakistan won the toss and elected to bowl first on a two-paced pitch where Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf picked up three wickets each while Rishabh Pant was India’s biggest contributor with a quick knock of 42 as they were dismissed for 119.
The result keeps India perfect in Group A with two wins from their opening two matches while Pakistan have zero points from two defeats following their upset by the hosts, the United States, in their first game.
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Published: 10 Jun 2024, 08:44 AM IST