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India Defeats Pakistan in Thrilling T20 World Cup Encounter
The Indian men’s cricket team pulled off an incredible victory against arch-rivals Pakistan in a nail-biting T20 World Cup clash at in New York Nassau County. Defending a meagre total of 119, led by , Indian bowlers displayed exceptional skills to secure a six-run win.
India, choosing to bat first after losing the toss, found themselves struggling against the Pakistani bowlers. Only managed to provide some resistance with a spirited 42 off 31 deliveries. The pair of shone with three wickets each to dismantle India’s batting lineup.
Despite a shaky start, Pakistan appeared to be cruising towards the target until India’s sensational death bowling turned the tide. Restricting their rivals to 113, Team India showcased their resilience in defending the lowest T20I score ever.
Following a delayed start due to rain, India’s innings witnessed early setbacks as and departed cheaply, leaving India reeling at 19/2. The challenging pitch conditions saw and stabilizing the innings, albeit momentarily, before struck to dismiss Axar Patel.
While continued to show aggression, wickets tumbled at the other end as and fell quickly. Pakistan’s inflicted critical blows, leaving India struggling at 96/7. Despite the efforts of , , , and , the Men in Blue concluded their innings at 119 in 19 overs.
India’s bowlers hit back early, with removing in the fifth over. However, and steadied the Pakistani innings before trapped the former LBW. catch to assist in dismissing brought India back into the game.
The match turned in India’s favor when rekindled hopes by shattering stumps with a peach of a delivery. Amidst the pressure, tight bowling spells by and squeezed Pakistan’s chase, leading to a six-run victory for India.
With this win, India topped Group A with four points, while Pakistan suffered their second consecutive defeat. The Indian men’s cricket team is set to face the United States in their upcoming T20 World Cup match at the same venue on Wednesday.
Final T20 World Cup 2024 scores: India 119/10 in 19 overs (Rishabh Pant 42; Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf 3/21) defeated Pakistan 113/7 in 20 overs (Mohammad Rizwan 31; Jasprit Bumrah 3/14) by six runs.
