In an electrifying showdown at Dallas’s Grand Prairie Stadium, the United States sent shockwaves through the cricket world with a stunning upset over Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2024 on Thursday. The match unfolded like a gripping drama, reaching its climax in a nerve-wracking Super Over, where the co-hosts emerged triumphant.
Despite Pakistan’s seasoned lineup, they couldn’t seize the opportunities presented by the USA, who capitalized on every chance they got. This victory propelled the USA to the summit of Group A’s points table, surpassing India.
The game was a rollercoaster ride, culminating in a deadlock after the regulation 20 overs. Pakistan set a formidable target of 160 runs while batting first, a challenge that the US managed to match, concluding their innings at 159-3. The fate of the match hung in the balance until the final over, where the hosts leveled the score on the last ball.
In the tension-filled Super Over, Pakistan’s Mohammad Amir took charge of the ball, but the USA batsmen proved their mettle, notching up 18-1. In response, Pakistan faltered, mustering only 13-1, sealing their fate with a five-run loss in the one-over eliminator.
Earlier in the game, under Babar Azam’s leadership, Pakistan had set a 160-run target in their inaugural T20 World Cup 2024 encounter against the United States, marking the 11th match of the global event. Despite Pakistan’s strong start, they couldn’t maintain their momentum, ultimately succumbing to a thrilling defeat at the hands of the USA.
This unexpected outcome stands as a pivotal moment in the T20 World Cup 2024, underscoring the tournament’s unpredictable nature and the escalating competitiveness among participating teams.