<p>West Indies captain Rovman Powell feels this is the best time for the two-time winners to play 'undercooked' New Zealand in the T20 World Cup. On Wednesday (Jun 12), local time, West Indies will host Kane Williamson-led Black Caps at the Brian Lara Stadium Tarouba, Trinidad and hope to make it three wins in a row to cement their place in Super 8. The Kiwis are currently languishing at the bottom of Group D with a Net Run Rate of -4.200 after an 84-run loss to Afghanistan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ahead of the crucial clash versus the Black Caps, Powell said in the pre-match press conference, "Definitely, if there's a good time to play New Zealand, I think it's now. As you said, they're a little bit undercooked. The pressure is really on them, because this game decides whether they go on: yes or no. Having said that, we're not focusing on New Zealand: we're focusing on what we have to do."</p>

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<p>The 30-year-old Powell further indicated that a high-scoring match may not be on the cards due to the weather. In this regard, Powell added, "With the rain around, that can play a part in the scores. If the groundsmen don't have sufficient time to produce good wickets, that's also a problem with the rain around. You don't get enough time to sun. Hopefully tomorrow is a very good day in terms of the weather."</p>

<p>Talking about NZ's T20 WC opener, they faced Rashid Khan-led Afghanistan at the&nbsp;Providence Stadium, Guyana on Jun 7 (local time) and fell flat. Opting to bowl first, NZ were off to a poor start. Afghanistan rode on opener&nbsp;Rahmanullah Gurbaz's 80 to post 159 for 6. In reply, the Kiwis fell for a paltry 75 in 15.2 overs courtesy of&nbsp;Fazalhaq Farooqi and captain Rashid's four wickets apiece.&nbsp;</p>


West Indies captain Rovman Powell feels this is the best time for the two-time winners to play 'undercooked' New Zealand in the T20 World Cup. On Wednesday (Jun 12), local time, West Indies will host Kane Williamson-led Black Caps at the Brian Lara Stadium Tarouba, Trinidad and hope to make it three wins in a row to cement their place in Super 8.

West Indies captain Rovman Powell feels this is the best time for the two-time winners to play 'undercooked' New Zealand in the T20 World Cup. On Wednesday (Jun 12), local time, West Indies will host Kane Williamson-led Black Caps at the Brian Lara Stadium Tarouba, Trinidad and hope to make it three wins in a row to cement their place in Super 8. The Kiwis are currently languishing at the bottom of Group D with a Net Run Rate of -4.200 after an 84-run loss to Afghanistan. Ahead of the crucial clash versus the Black Caps, Powell said in the pre-match press conference, "Definitely, if there's a good time to play New Zealand, I think it's now. As you said, they're a little bit undercooked. The pressure is really on them, because this game decides whether they go on: yes or no. Having said that, we're not focusing on New Zealand: we're focusing on what we have to do." Also read: T20 WC: Knocking England out early is 'in our best interests' - Hazlewood after Australia confirm Super 8 spot The 30-year-old Powell further indicated that a high-scoring match may not be on the cards due to the weather. In this regard, Powell added, "With the rain around, that can play a part in the scores. If the groundsmen don't have sufficient time to produce good wickets, that's also a problem with the rain around. You don't get enough time to sun. Hopefully tomorrow is a very good day in terms of the weather." Talking about NZ's T20 WC opener, they faced Rashid Khan-led Afghanistan at the Providence Stadium, Guyana on Jun 7 (local time) and fell flat. Opting to bowl first, NZ were off to a poor start. Afghanistan rode on opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz's 80 to post 159 for 6. In reply, the Kiwis fell for a paltry 75 in 15.2 overs courtesy of Fazalhaq Farooqi and captain Rashid's four wickets apiece.

T20 WC: Good time to play 'undercooked' New Zealand, says WI skipper Rovman Powell ahead of crucial tie

<p>The India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup match was yet another occasion where the Men in Green suffered their latest setback which could now see them on the brink of elimination. While the contest was taking place in the United States, far from the original geographical rise of the rivalry, an unfortunate incident took place in Pakistan’s Karachi. A YouTuber lost his life&nbsp;after he was shot while filming a preview for the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match.</p>

<h2><strong>What was the incident?</strong></h2>

<p>Saad Ahmed, a 24-year-old YouTuber, was shot dead by a security guard in the Serena mobile market in Karachi on June 4. According to eyewitnesses, the YouTuber was in conversation with the shopkeepers and the local public when the incident took place. During this conversation, Ahmed approached Gul Hassan, a security person in the famous Karachi market. During their chat, the flow of the conversation escalated to such an extent that Gul shot Ahmed with his service pistol.</p>

<p>He was quickly rushed to a hospital by the people around him but he succumbed to his injuries. CCTV footage indicated that Ahmed was shot in the shoulder and was bleeding profusely.</p>

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<p>Police officers quickly arrived at the scene and, with the assistance of rescue teams, took Ahmed to Abbasi Shaheed Hospital where he was pronounced ‘dead on arrival’.</p>

<p>A First Information Report (FIR) has been lodged at the Taimuria Police Station after a complaint was filed by the victim’s father, Mukhtiar Ahmed. The FIR names the security guard, the security agency and the mobile market authority that have&nbsp;been accused of negligence despite prior permission for the video shoot.</p>

<p>The local police are understood to have taken appropriate action once the complaint was filed. The security person was detained and his weapon was confiscated with an inquiry underway. It is being reported that certain gestures by Ahmed provoked Gul who then&nbsp;shot the YouTuber.</p>


The India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup match was yet another occasion where the Men in Green suffered their latest setback which could now see them on the brink of elimination.

The India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup match was yet another occasion where the Men in Green suffered their latest setback which could now see them on the brink of elimination. While the contest was taking place in the United States, far from the original geographical rise of the rivalry, an unfortunate incident took place in Pakistan’s Karachi. A YouTuber lost his life after he was shot while filming a preview for the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match. What was the incident? Saad Ahmed, a 24-year-old YouTuber, was shot dead by a security guard in the Serena mobile market in Karachi on June 4. According to eyewitnesses, the YouTuber was in conversation with the shopkeepers and the local public when the incident took place. During this conversation, Ahmed approached Gul Hassan, a security person in the famous Karachi market. During their chat, the flow of the conversation escalated to such an extent that Gul shot Ahmed with his service pistol. He was quickly rushed to a hospital by the people around him but he succumbed to his injuries. CCTV footage indicated that Ahmed was shot in the shoulder and was bleeding profusely. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: Aussies secure Super 8 berth after resting star names vs Namibia; SL on brink of elimination Police officers quickly arrived at the scene and, with the assistance of rescue teams, took Ahmed to Abbasi Shaheed Hospital where he was pronounced ‘dead on arrival’. A First Information Report (FIR) has been lodged at the Taimuria Police Station after a complaint was filed by the victim’s father, Mukhtiar Ahmed. The FIR names the security guard, the security agency and the mobile market authority that have been accused of negligence despite prior permission for the video shoot. The local police are understood to have taken appropriate action once the complaint was filed. The security person was detained and his weapon was confiscated with an inquiry underway. It is being reported that certain gestures by Ahmed provoked Gul who then shot the YouTuber.

Security guard shoots dead YouTuber for asking him questions about India-Pak match

<p>After Australia thrashed Namibia in the T20 World Cup to confirm their Super 8 spot, pacer Josh Hazlewood admitted that the one-time winners could try and manipulate any margin of victory against Scotland -- i.e. if they are in a position to do so -- to knockout defending champions England. Jos Buttler &amp; Co. are in a precarious position to stay alive in the competition after being winless post their first two games. The 2022 champions will next face Oman in Antigua.</p>

<p>England's tournament opener saw the clash being abandoned due to rain, after Scotland's innings. In their following tie, England lost to Australia by 36 runs and need full points from their remaining two games to proceed ahead. Australia, with three wins in a row, may look to rest some big players -- as they did versus Namibia on Tuesday (June 11) in Antigua (local time) -- versus Scotland and might be tempted to work around any margin of victory -- if&nbsp;in such a position -- to eliminate England.</p>

<p>Hazlewood told&nbsp;reporters after his side's big win against Namibia, "In this tournament you potentially come up against England at some stage again and…they're probably one of the top few teams on their day and we've had some real struggles against them in T20 cricket, so if we can get them out of the tournament that's in our best interest as well as probably everyone else,"</p>

<p>"It'll be interesting to see. We've never really been in this position before as a team, I don't think, so whether we have discussions or not, we'll just try and play it again the way we did tonight. That'll be up to people, not me,"&nbsp;Hazlewood further said.</p>

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<h2>'To take confidence from winning well is more important than&nbsp;trying to knock someone else out'</h2>

<p>He, however, added, "Whether you get close and you just knock it around and drag it out. There's a few options there but...to take confidence from winning and winning well, I think that's almost more important than potentially trying to knock someone else out. They've still got a lot to do on their behalf as well, so I think it'll become clearer the closer we get to that sort of stuff."</p>

<p>Regarding the Net Run Rate (NRR) scenario, the exact sums won't be known until England play Oman as well as Namibia. However, there is a high probability of&nbsp;Scotland making it to the next round even with a narrow loss against Australia. This would eventfully eliminate England&nbsp;even if Buttler &amp; Co. win their remaining fixtures.</p>

<p>Given the NRR&nbsp;won't be carried forward in the next round, Australia won't mind manipulating any margin of victory over the Scotts. However, one can't take Scotland lightly as well. They have it in them to spring in a surprise versus the Aussies (especially if they are considering to rest some of their&nbsp;key players). At present, Scotland are placed second in Group B with 5&nbsp;points, with a NRR of +2.164. England have 1 point and a NRR of&nbsp;-1.800. Meanwhile, Australia top this group with 6 points and a healthy NRR of&nbsp;+3.580.</p>

<p>The Australia-Scotland clash will be held at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, St Lucia on Saturday (June 15).</p>


After Australia thrashed Namibia in the T20 World Cup to confirm their Super 8 spot, pacer Josh Hazlewood admitted that the one-time winners could try and manipulate any margin of victory against Scotland -- i.

After Australia thrashed Namibia in the T20 World Cup to confirm their Super 8 spot, pacer Josh Hazlewood admitted that the one-time winners could try and manipulate any margin of victory against Scotland -- i.e. if they are in a position to do so -- to knockout defending champions England. Jos Buttler & Co. are in a precarious position to stay alive in the competition after being winless post their first two games. The 2022 champions will next face Oman in Antigua. England's tournament opener saw the clash being abandoned due to rain, after Scotland's innings. In their following tie, England lost to Australia by 36 runs and need full points from their remaining two games to proceed ahead. Australia, with three wins in a row, may look to rest some big players -- as they did versus Namibia on Tuesday (June 11) in Antigua (local time) -- versus Scotland and might be tempted to work around any margin of victory -- if in such a position -- to eliminate England. Hazlewood told reporters after his side's big win against Namibia, "In this tournament you potentially come up against England at some stage again and…they're probably one of the top few teams on their day and we've had some real struggles against them in T20 cricket, so if we can get them out of the tournament that's in our best interest as well as probably everyone else," "It'll be interesting to see. We've never really been in this position before as a team, I don't think, so whether we have discussions or not, we'll just try and play it again the way we did tonight. That'll be up to people, not me," Hazlewood further said. Also read: T20 World Cup: Pakistan’s Super 8 chances at the mercy of Florida weather! Here's why 'To take confidence from winning well is more important than trying to knock someone else out' He, however, added, "Whether you get close and you just knock it around and drag it out. There's a few options there but...to take confidence from winning and winning well, I think that's almost more important than potentially trying to knock someone else out. They've still got a lot to do on their behalf as well, so I think it'll become clearer the closer we get to that sort of stuff." Regarding the Net Run Rate (NRR) scenario, the exact sums won't be known until England play Oman as well as Namibia. However, there is a high probability of Scotland making it to the next round even with a narrow loss against Australia. This would eventfully eliminate England even if Buttler & Co. win their remaining fixtures. Given the NRR won't be carried forward in the next round, Australia won't mind manipulating any margin of victory over the Scotts. However, one can't take Scotland lightly as well. They have it in them to spring in a surprise versus the Aussies (especially if they are considering to rest some of their key players). At present, Scotland are placed second in Group B with 5 points, with a NRR of +2.164. England have 1 point and a NRR of -1.800. Meanwhile, Australia top this group with 6 points and a healthy NRR of +3.580. The Australia-Scotland clash will be held at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, St Lucia on Saturday (June 15).

T20 WC: Knocking England out early is 'in our best interests' - Hazlewood after Australia confirm Super 8 spot

<p>Babar Azam-led Pakistan finally got off the mark in the T20 World Cup with a seven-wicket win over Canada, in New York, on Tuesday (June 11). In a 107-run chase, Pakistan rode on Mohammad Rizwan's 53* after Mohammad Amir's 2 for 13 restricted Canada for 106/7. With this, Pakistan keep their T20 WC hopes alive and have a bleak chance of reaching the Super 8. However, they are at the mercy of Florida's not-so-promising weather ahead of their final game versus Ireland, on Sunday (June 16).</p>

<p>It is to be noted that Florida will host three matches in Group A&nbsp;comprising Pakistan. Pakistan will, thus, face Ireland at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground in Lauderhill, Florida on Sunday and need full points to proceed ahead, along with some other favourable results. However, the weather forecast isn't ideal in Florida for the upcoming games.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>WEATHER FORECAST FOR UPCOMING FLORIDA GAMES</strong></h2>

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<p>If rain plays spoilsport for Pakistan, Babar &amp; Co. will be knocked out of the 20-nation tournament. At present, they only have two points&nbsp;with a Net Run-Rate of +0.191&nbsp;following defeats versus USA and India along with a win versus Canada.&nbsp;</p>

<p>So far, Florida has hosted only one game in the tournament. On Tuesday, Nepal and Sri Lanka's face-off got washed out at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground in Lauderhill, Florida where not even a single ball was bowled (without a toss). In fact, the officials called off the match more than two hours before the cut off time for a 5-over contest. Thus, Pakistani fans will hope for a major turnaround in Florida's weather for the upcoming days and pray for their side's win to enter the next round.</p>


Babar Azam-led Pakistan finally got off the mark in the T20 World Cup with a seven-wicket win over Canada, in New York, on Tuesday (June 11). In a 107-run chase, Pakistan rode on Mohammad Rizwan's 53* after Mohammad Amir's 2 for 13 restricted Canada for 106/7.

Babar Azam-led Pakistan finally got off the mark in the T20 World Cup with a seven-wicket win over Canada, in New York, on Tuesday (June 11). In a 107-run chase, Pakistan rode on Mohammad Rizwan's 53* after Mohammad Amir's 2 for 13 restricted Canada for 106/7. With this, Pakistan keep their T20 WC hopes alive and have a bleak chance of reaching the Super 8. However, they are at the mercy of Florida's not-so-promising weather ahead of their final game versus Ireland, on Sunday (June 16). It is to be noted that Florida will host three matches in Group A comprising Pakistan. Pakistan will, thus, face Ireland at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground in Lauderhill, Florida on Sunday and need full points to proceed ahead, along with some other favourable results. However, the weather forecast isn't ideal in Florida for the upcoming games. WEATHER FORECAST FOR UPCOMING FLORIDA GAMES Also read: T20 WC: 'It appears he was wasting balls' - Former Pak captain questions Imad Wasim's slow knock vs India If rain plays spoilsport for Pakistan, Babar & Co. will be knocked out of the 20-nation tournament. At present, they only have two points with a Net Run-Rate of +0.191 following defeats versus USA and India along with a win versus Canada. So far, Florida has hosted only one game in the tournament. On Tuesday, Nepal and Sri Lanka's face-off got washed out at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground in Lauderhill, Florida where not even a single ball was bowled (without a toss). In fact, the officials called off the match more than two hours before the cut off time for a 5-over contest. Thus, Pakistani fans will hope for a major turnaround in Florida's weather for the upcoming days and pray for their side's win to enter the next round.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan’s Super 8 chances at the mercy of Florida weather! Here's why

<p>Former Pakistan captain Salim Malik has questioned all-rounder Imad Wasim's slow and ineffective knock versus India in the T20 World Cup match, held on Sunday (June 9) in New York. Playing at the&nbsp;Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York, Babar Azam-led Pakistan opted to bowl first and did well to dismiss India for 119 in 19 overs, riding on Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf's three-fers along with Mohammad Amir's 2 for 23. In reply, the Men in Green fell apart -- despite needing 48 in the last eight overs -- to only manage 113/7. While questions have been raised on several Pakistani batters, Malik pointed fingers at Wasim for his 23-ball 15.</p>

<p>Malik said on 24 News channel, "You look at his (Wasim) innings, and it appears as if he was wasting balls not scoring runs and making things difficult in the run-chase."</p>

<p>Talking about Wasim's knock, he came out to bat at No. 5 and struggled throughout the innings on a tricky surface against a disciplined Indian bowling attack. He only managed a boundary and struck at a woeful 65.22 to further dent Pakistan's run-chase. The one-time winners were ahead in the run-chase for a majority part, despite India not letting them dictate terms, however, the middle and lower-order failed to close the chase. Wasim's knock has been severely criticised as the left-hander struggled to get his timing right.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi took a dig at Babar's captaincy after the India loss. "A captain brings everyone together, either he spoils the team environment or he builds the team. Let this World Cup finish, and I will speak openly," Afridi said.</p>

<p>"I have such a relationship with Shaheen (Afridi) that if I talk about him, people will say I am favouring my son-in-law," he further added.</p>

<p>After the India game, Pakistan rode on Amir and Mohammad Rizwan's heroics to beat Canada on Tuesday (June 11) in New York to keep their T20 WC hopes alive. They still need other results to go in their favour and also beat Ireland in their remaining tie to proceed to the Super Eight round in the mega event, being co-hosted by West Indies and USA.</p>


Former Pakistan captain Salim Malik has questioned all-rounder Imad Wasim's slow and ineffective knock versus India in the T20 World Cup match, held on Sunday (June 9) in New York.

Former Pakistan captain Salim Malik has questioned all-rounder Imad Wasim's slow and ineffective knock versus India in the T20 World Cup match, held on Sunday (June 9) in New York. Playing at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York, Babar Azam-led Pakistan opted to bowl first and did well to dismiss India for 119 in 19 overs, riding on Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf's three-fers along with Mohammad Amir's 2 for 23. In reply, the Men in Green fell apart -- despite needing 48 in the last eight overs -- to only manage 113/7. While questions have been raised on several Pakistani batters, Malik pointed fingers at Wasim for his 23-ball 15. Malik said on 24 News channel, "You look at his (Wasim) innings, and it appears as if he was wasting balls not scoring runs and making things difficult in the run-chase." Talking about Wasim's knock, he came out to bat at No. 5 and struggled throughout the innings on a tricky surface against a disciplined Indian bowling attack. He only managed a boundary and struck at a woeful 65.22 to further dent Pakistan's run-chase. The one-time winners were ahead in the run-chase for a majority part, despite India not letting them dictate terms, however, the middle and lower-order failed to close the chase. Wasim's knock has been severely criticised as the left-hander struggled to get his timing right. Also read: T20 WC: 'Life does not...' - Mahmood defends Pakistan players for shopping and dining out post India defeat Meanwhile, former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi took a dig at Babar's captaincy after the India loss. "A captain brings everyone together, either he spoils the team environment or he builds the team. Let this World Cup finish, and I will speak openly," Afridi said. "I have such a relationship with Shaheen (Afridi) that if I talk about him, people will say I am favouring my son-in-law," he further added. After the India game, Pakistan rode on Amir and Mohammad Rizwan's heroics to beat Canada on Tuesday (June 11) in New York to keep their T20 WC hopes alive. They still need other results to go in their favour and also beat Ireland in their remaining tie to proceed to the Super Eight round in the mega event, being co-hosted by West Indies and USA.

T20 WC: 'It appears he was wasting balls' - Former Pak captain questions Imad Wasim's slow knock vs India

<p>Mohammad Rizwan and captain Babar Azam starred as Pakistan stayed alive at the T20 World Cup with a seven-wicket win over Canada on Tuesday (Jun 11).</p>

<p>Knowing defeat would condemn them to a shock first-round exit, Rizwan and Babar put on a match-winning second-wicket partnership of 63 as Pakistan reached their target of 107 with 15 balls to spare.</p>

<p>Opener Rizwan finished undefeated on 53 off 53 balls with two fours and a six for his 29th T20 international half-century while Babar made 33 off as many balls with one four and a six.</p>

<p>The victory came after the 2009 champions and runners-up in 2022 had lost both their first two Group A fixtures.</p>

<p>A stunning super-over humiliation at the hands of the United States was followed by a six-run loss to bitter rivals India in a game where they failed to chase down a modest 120-run target.</p>

<p>However, Tuesday's win at the same Nassau County International Cricket Stadium where they came up short against India may still not be enough to secure a place in the second round Super Eights.</p>

<p>Pakistan have two points with one game left while India and the United States both have four points from two wins apiece and remain favourites to progress to the next stage.</p>

<p>Despite the loss, Canada, with two points from three games, are still in the hunt for a Super Eights spot.</p>

<p>Dilon Heyliger took two of the Pakistan wickets to fall, dismissing recalled opener Saim Ayub for six and claiming the prized wicket of Babar, both men caught behind.</p>

<p>Earlier, Pakistan restricted Canada to 106-7 despite opener Aaron Johnson hitting his sixth international fifty.</p>

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<p>Johnson demonstrated his attacking intent from the start, cracking successive boundaries off the first two balls he faced from Shaheen Shah Afridi.</p>

<p>The Jamaica-born 33-year-old opener made 52 off 44 balls with four boundaries and four sixes before he was eventually out in the 14th over with the score on 73-6, clean-bowled by Naseem Shah.</p>

<p>Johnson was the only batsman in the top six to reach double figures as Pakistan's seamers took wickets on a regular basis.</p>

<p>Mohammad Amir clean-bowled Navneet Dhaliwal (four) with a 141 km/h delivery which sliced through the defences of the opener.</p>

<p>Shaheen recovered from conceding 10 runs off his first over to get rid of Pargat Singh (two) before Nicholas Kirton (one) was run out by a superb throw by Imad Wasim.</p>

<p>Haris Rauf sent back Shreyas Movva (2) -- for his 100th wicket in the format -- and Ravinderpal Singh (0) in the space of three balls as Canada reached 55-5 after 10 overs.</p>

<p>Once Johnson was out, Canada struggled to press the accelerator and had added just 14 more runs off 20 balls when skipper Saad Bin Zafar (10) top-edged Amir to Rizwan behind the stumps.</p>

<p>Amir finished with 2-13 while Rauf claimed 2-26.</p>


Mohammad Rizwan and captain Babar Azam starred as Pakistan stayed alive at the T20 World Cup with a seven-wicket win over Canada on Tuesday (Jun 11). Knowing defeat would condemn them to a shock first-round exit, Rizwan and Babar put on a match-winning second-wicket partnership of 63 as Pakistan reached their target of 107 with 15 balls to spare.

Mohammad Rizwan and captain Babar Azam starred as Pakistan stayed alive at the T20 World Cup with a seven-wicket win over Canada on Tuesday (Jun 11). Knowing defeat would condemn them to a shock first-round exit, Rizwan and Babar put on a match-winning second-wicket partnership of 63 as Pakistan reached their target of 107 with 15 balls to spare. Opener Rizwan finished undefeated on 53 off 53 balls with two fours and a six for his 29th T20 international half-century while Babar made 33 off as many balls with one four and a six. The victory came after the 2009 champions and runners-up in 2022 had lost both their first two Group A fixtures. A stunning super-over humiliation at the hands of the United States was followed by a six-run loss to bitter rivals India in a game where they failed to chase down a modest 120-run target. However, Tuesday's win at the same Nassau County International Cricket Stadium where they came up short against India may still not be enough to secure a place in the second round Super Eights. Pakistan have two points with one game left while India and the United States both have four points from two wins apiece and remain favourites to progress to the next stage. Despite the loss, Canada, with two points from three games, are still in the hunt for a Super Eights spot. Dilon Heyliger took two of the Pakistan wickets to fall, dismissing recalled opener Saim Ayub for six and claiming the prized wicket of Babar, both men caught behind. Earlier, Pakistan restricted Canada to 106-7 despite opener Aaron Johnson hitting his sixth international fifty. Also read | 'What do I do with a King..': Ahmed Shehzad BLASTS Babar Azam after Pakistan's T20 WC defeat vs India Johnson demonstrated his attacking intent from the start, cracking successive boundaries off the first two balls he faced from Shaheen Shah Afridi. The Jamaica-born 33-year-old opener made 52 off 44 balls with four boundaries and four sixes before he was eventually out in the 14th over with the score on 73-6, clean-bowled by Naseem Shah. Johnson was the only batsman in the top six to reach double figures as Pakistan's seamers took wickets on a regular basis. Mohammad Amir clean-bowled Navneet Dhaliwal (four) with a 141 km/h delivery which sliced through the defences of the opener. Shaheen recovered from conceding 10 runs off his first over to get rid of Pargat Singh (two) before Nicholas Kirton (one) was run out by a superb throw by Imad Wasim. Haris Rauf sent back Shreyas Movva (2) -- for his 100th wicket in the format -- and Ravinderpal Singh (0) in the space of three balls as Canada reached 55-5 after 10 overs. Once Johnson was out, Canada struggled to press the accelerator and had added just 14 more runs off 20 balls when skipper Saad Bin Zafar (10) top-edged Amir to Rizwan behind the stumps. Amir finished with 2-13 while Rauf claimed 2-26.

Pakistan keep T20 World Cup hopes alive after convincing win against Canada

<p>South Africa defeated Bangladesh by just four runs in another low-scoring game at the T20 World Cup on Monday, a result likely to spark fresh debate over the suitability of the pitch being used in New York.</p>

<p>South Africa were restricted to 113-6 in their 20 overs with Heinrich Klaasen top-scoring on 46 while fast bowler Tanzim Hasan Sakib returned a career-best 3-18.</p>

<p>However, Bangladesh could only manage 109-7 in reply as South Africa wrapped up a third win in three Group D games.</p>

<p>"It was not a nice one to watch, it was good that the boys got it over the line," said Klaasen.</p>

<p>"The wicket is not too great for strokeplay."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chasing just 114 to win on the controversial drop-in strip at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, Bangladesh initially struggled in the face of the Proteas' pace battery.</p>

<p>They were 50-4 at the 10-over mark having lost Tanzid Hasan (nine) to Kagiso Rabada while Anrich Nortje accounted for skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto (14) and Shakib Al Hasan (three).</p>

<p>Spinner Keshav Maharaj sent back Liton Das for just nine.</p>

<p>However, Towhid Hridoy, who top-scored with 40 when Bangladesh defeated Sri Lanka in their opener, and 38-year-old Mahmudullah steadied the ship for the Tigers.</p>

<p>The pair put on 44 for the fifth wicket before Hridoy was lbw to Rabada for 37, an innings which took up 34 balls and featured two fours and two sixes.</p>

<p>Bangladesh took seven off the penultimate over but still needed 11 off the last to be bowled by Maharaj.</p>

<p>That became seven off four balls. With the pressure building both Jaker Ali and Mahmudullah were caught by Aiden Markram going for big heaves over long on.</p>

<p>Needing six off the final ball, Taskin Ahmed could only produce a scrambled single.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/t20-world-cup-how-can-pakistan-still-qualify-for-super-8-after-loss-against-india-730556">T20 World Cup: How Pakistan can still qualify for Super 8 after loss against India</a></p>

<h2><strong>Should have won</strong></h2>

<p>"I think this is a match we should have won. In the last couple of overs they bowled well, but this can happen in cricket," said Shanto.</p>

<p>Earlier, Bangladesh restricted South Africa to 113-6 with Tanzim backed up by Taskin's 2-19 after Proteas skipper Markram won the toss and opted to bat.</p>

<p>South Africa were struggling at 23-4 at one stage before Klaasen and David Miller, celebrating his 35th birthday, came to their team's rescue with a partnership of 79 for the fifth wicket.</p>

<p>Klaasen's 46 came off 44 balls with two fours and three sixes before he was clean-bowled by Taskin, slogging across the line in the 18th over with the score on 102.</p>

<p>Miller, who made a match-winning undefeated 59 in the nervy win over the Netherlands, went four runs later, bowled by Rishad Hossain.</p>

<p>His innings of 29 came from 38 deliveries with a boundary and one six.</p>

<p>The Proteas had been 12-4 against the Dutch on the same pitch on Saturday.</p>

<p>On Monday, they were quickly four down for just 23 runs in the fifth over thanks to Tanzim and Taskin.</p>

<p>Tanzim, playing in only his eighth T20 international, started the collapse, having out-of-form opener Reeza Hendricks lbw for nought off his first ball.</p>

<p>Star batsman Quinton de Kock was the next to go, clean-bowled by the 21-year-old for 18 with the total on 19.</p>

<p>Taskin uprooted the stumps of Markram (four) before Tanzim grabbed the third of his opening spell when he forced Tristan Stubbs to spoon a catch to Shakib Al Hasan in the covers without scoring.</p>

<p>Miller could have been dismissed on 13 but wicket-keeper Liton Das dropped an edge off Mahmudullah's first ball.</p>

<p>With South Africa virtually certain of a place in the second round Super Eight phase, Bangladesh, with two points, are still well-placed to join them.</p>


South Africa defeated Bangladesh by just four runs in another low-scoring game at the T20 World Cup on Monday, a result likely to spark fresh debate over the suitability of the pitch being used in New York.

South Africa defeated Bangladesh by just four runs in another low-scoring game at the T20 World Cup on Monday, a result likely to spark fresh debate over the suitability of the pitch being used in New York. South Africa were restricted to 113-6 in their 20 overs with Heinrich Klaasen top-scoring on 46 while fast bowler Tanzim Hasan Sakib returned a career-best 3-18. However, Bangladesh could only manage 109-7 in reply as South Africa wrapped up a third win in three Group D games. "It was not a nice one to watch, it was good that the boys got it over the line," said Klaasen. "The wicket is not too great for strokeplay." Chasing just 114 to win on the controversial drop-in strip at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, Bangladesh initially struggled in the face of the Proteas' pace battery. They were 50-4 at the 10-over mark having lost Tanzid Hasan (nine) to Kagiso Rabada while Anrich Nortje accounted for skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto (14) and Shakib Al Hasan (three). Spinner Keshav Maharaj sent back Liton Das for just nine. However, Towhid Hridoy, who top-scored with 40 when Bangladesh defeated Sri Lanka in their opener, and 38-year-old Mahmudullah steadied the ship for the Tigers. The pair put on 44 for the fifth wicket before Hridoy was lbw to Rabada for 37, an innings which took up 34 balls and featured two fours and two sixes. Bangladesh took seven off the penultimate over but still needed 11 off the last to be bowled by Maharaj. That became seven off four balls. With the pressure building both Jaker Ali and Mahmudullah were caught by Aiden Markram going for big heaves over long on. Needing six off the final ball, Taskin Ahmed could only produce a scrambled single. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: How Pakistan can still qualify for Super 8 after loss against India Should have won "I think this is a match we should have won. In the last couple of overs they bowled well, but this can happen in cricket," said Shanto. Earlier, Bangladesh restricted South Africa to 113-6 with Tanzim backed up by Taskin's 2-19 after Proteas skipper Markram won the toss and opted to bat. South Africa were struggling at 23-4 at one stage before Klaasen and David Miller, celebrating his 35th birthday, came to their team's rescue with a partnership of 79 for the fifth wicket. Klaasen's 46 came off 44 balls with two fours and three sixes before he was clean-bowled by Taskin, slogging across the line in the 18th over with the score on 102. Miller, who made a match-winning undefeated 59 in the nervy win over the Netherlands, went four runs later, bowled by Rishad Hossain. His innings of 29 came from 38 deliveries with a boundary and one six. The Proteas had been 12-4 against the Dutch on the same pitch on Saturday. On Monday, they were quickly four down for just 23 runs in the fifth over thanks to Tanzim and Taskin. Tanzim, playing in only his eighth T20 international, started the collapse, having out-of-form opener Reeza Hendricks lbw for nought off his first ball. Star batsman Quinton de Kock was the next to go, clean-bowled by the 21-year-old for 18 with the total on 19. Taskin uprooted the stumps of Markram (four) before Tanzim grabbed the third of his opening spell when he forced Tristan Stubbs to spoon a catch to Shakib Al Hasan in the covers without scoring. Miller could have been dismissed on 13 but wicket-keeper Liton Das dropped an edge off Mahmudullah's first ball. With South Africa virtually certain of a place in the second round Super Eight phase, Bangladesh, with two points, are still well-placed to join them.

T20 World Cup 2024: South Africa beat Bangladesh by four runs to win another low-scoring thriller

<p>Pakistan's bowling coach Azhar Mahmood has defended Babar Azam-led Pakistani players who have been slammed for shopping and dining out after their T20 World Cup loss versus India on Sunday (June 9) in New York.</p>

<p>Babar &amp; Co. opted to bowl first at the&nbsp;Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York and rode on Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah's three-fers, along with Mohammad Amir's 2 for 23, to dismiss India for 119.</p>

<p>However, the Men in Green only managed 113 for 7 to lose by six runs.</p>

<p>After the game,&nbsp;the likes of Azam Khan were spotted at street eateries in New York whereas some others were seen shopping in the city.</p>

<p>This led to severe criticism of the Pakistan squad, who are at the brink of early elimination at the T20 WC -- being held in West Indies and the USA.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mahmood, however, defended the Pakistan team while talking to reporters ahead of Pakistan's next game, versus Canada on Tuesday (June 11).</p>

<p>He said, "Life does not end after a loss."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Have you seen such a thing happening on match day?," he questioned further.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/what-do-i-do-with-a-king-ahmed-shehzad-blasts-babar-azam-after-pakistans-t20-wc-defeat-vs-india-730794">'What do I do with a King..': Ahmed Shehzad BLASTS Babar Azam after Pakistan's T20 WC defeat vs India</a></strong></p>

<p>To this, the reporter questioned Pakistan's diet plans and compared them with other teams such as England.</p>

<p>Mahmood responded by saying, "Everybody follows diet, all the cricket teams in the world do. It is only when we lose, we get asked questions like this. If we had won, you wouldn’t have asked this."</p>

<p>"Our players don't go to places like English team players go. We can only go to eat food outside for our entertainment," he added.</p>

<p>Pakistan are on the cusp of early elimination at the T20 WC.</p>

<p>Having started the 20-nation tournament with a shocking loss versus co-hosts USA in a Super Over thriller, they failed to chase down 120 versus Rohit Sharma-led India.</p>

<p>They will now lock horns with Canada on Tuesday before facing Ireland on Sunday (June 16).&nbsp;</p>


Pakistan's bowling coach Azhar Mahmood has defended Babar Azam-led Pakistani players who have been slammed for shopping and dining out after their T20 World Cup loss versus India on Sunday (June 9) in New York.

Pakistan's bowling coach Azhar Mahmood has defended Babar Azam-led Pakistani players who have been slammed for shopping and dining out after their T20 World Cup loss versus India on Sunday (June 9) in New York. Babar & Co. opted to bowl first at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York and rode on Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah's three-fers, along with Mohammad Amir's 2 for 23, to dismiss India for 119. However, the Men in Green only managed 113 for 7 to lose by six runs. After the game, the likes of Azam Khan were spotted at street eateries in New York whereas some others were seen shopping in the city. This led to severe criticism of the Pakistan squad, who are at the brink of early elimination at the T20 WC -- being held in West Indies and the USA. Mahmood, however, defended the Pakistan team while talking to reporters ahead of Pakistan's next game, versus Canada on Tuesday (June 11). He said, "Life does not end after a loss." "Have you seen such a thing happening on match day?," he questioned further. Also read: 'What do I do with a King..': Ahmed Shehzad BLASTS Babar Azam after Pakistan's T20 WC defeat vs India To this, the reporter questioned Pakistan's diet plans and compared them with other teams such as England. Mahmood responded by saying, "Everybody follows diet, all the cricket teams in the world do. It is only when we lose, we get asked questions like this. If we had won, you wouldn’t have asked this." "Our players don't go to places like English team players go. We can only go to eat food outside for our entertainment," he added. Pakistan are on the cusp of early elimination at the T20 WC. Having started the 20-nation tournament with a shocking loss versus co-hosts USA in a Super Over thriller, they failed to chase down 120 versus Rohit Sharma-led India. They will now lock horns with Canada on Tuesday before facing Ireland on Sunday (June 16).

T20 WC: 'Life does not...' - Mahmood defends Pakistan players for shopping and dining out post India defeat

<p>Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag has slammed Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al-Hasan for his poor form at the ongoing T20 World Cup. Sehwag suggested Shakib had overstayed his welcome in the shortest format of the game and that he should come forward and announce retirement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian opener ripped into Shakib after the all-rounder could not engineer a 114-run chase against South Africa, despite coming in to bat at no. 4.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"During the last World Cup, I thought he should no longer be picked for the T20 format. Time for retirement came a long time ago. You are such a senior player, you were the captain of this team. You should actually be ashamed of your recent numbers. You should come forward and announce yourself that enough is enough, I'm retiring from this format," said Sehwag on <em>Cricbuzz.</em></p>

<p>The verbal onslaught continued from Sehwag who said Shakib was a Bangladeshi player and that he did not need to emulate the Australian greats such as Adam Gilchrist and Matthew Hayden.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"If you are picked in the World Cup squad for your experience, then show that it was actually worth it. You need to spend some time at the crease at least. You are not Adam Gilchrist or Mathew Hayden. Hooks and pulls are not your strengths. You are a Bangladeshi player. You play according to your strength," he added.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/explained-why-bangladesh-were-denied-four-runs-in-17th-over-resulting-in-narrow-t20-world-cup-defeat-to-sa-730637"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Explained: Why Bangladesh were denied four runs in 17th over resulting in narrow T20 World Cup defeat to SA&nbsp;</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>Tough task for Bangladesh</strong></h2>

<p>Bangladesh are still in contention of making it to the Super 8 stage of the tournament, having won the first match against Sri Lanka. However, the team has looked far from convincing and Shakib's form has been a major part of the poor performances.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the opener against Sri Lanka, Shakib only managed eight off 14 deliveries while against the Proteas, Anrich Nortje troubled him with his express pace.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With matches against Netherlands and Nepal upcoming, Shakib and Bangladesh will have to bring their A-game to secure qualification. Despite being a regular at the big-boys table for the last decade, Bangladesh's performance in the ICC tournaments has been nothing to write home about.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Bangladesh squad for T20 World Cup</strong></p>

<p><strong>Bangladesh:</strong> Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Taskin Ahmed, Litton Das, Soumya Sarkar, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Shakib Al Hasan, Tawhid Hridoy, Mahmud Ullah Riyad, Jaker Ali Anik, Tanvir Islam, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib. Travelling reserves: Afif Hossain, Hasan Mahmud</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag has slammed Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al-Hasan for his poor form at the ongoing T20 World Cup. Sehwag suggested Shakib had overstayed his welcome in the shortest format of the game and that he should come forward and announce retirement.

Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag has slammed Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al-Hasan for his poor form at the ongoing T20 World Cup. Sehwag suggested Shakib had overstayed his welcome in the shortest format of the game and that he should come forward and announce retirement. The Indian opener ripped into Shakib after the all-rounder could not engineer a 114-run chase against South Africa, despite coming in to bat at no. 4. "During the last World Cup, I thought he should no longer be picked for the T20 format. Time for retirement came a long time ago. You are such a senior player, you were the captain of this team. You should actually be ashamed of your recent numbers. You should come forward and announce yourself that enough is enough, I'm retiring from this format," said Sehwag on Cricbuzz. The verbal onslaught continued from Sehwag who said Shakib was a Bangladeshi player and that he did not need to emulate the Australian greats such as Adam Gilchrist and Matthew Hayden. "If you are picked in the World Cup squad for your experience, then show that it was actually worth it. You need to spend some time at the crease at least. You are not Adam Gilchrist or Mathew Hayden. Hooks and pulls are not your strengths. You are a Bangladeshi player. You play according to your strength," he added. Also read | Explained: Why Bangladesh were denied four runs in 17th over resulting in narrow T20 World Cup defeat to SA Tough task for Bangladesh Bangladesh are still in contention of making it to the Super 8 stage of the tournament, having won the first match against Sri Lanka. However, the team has looked far from convincing and Shakib's form has been a major part of the poor performances. In the opener against Sri Lanka, Shakib only managed eight off 14 deliveries while against the Proteas, Anrich Nortje troubled him with his express pace. With matches against Netherlands and Nepal upcoming, Shakib and Bangladesh will have to bring their A-game to secure qualification. Despite being a regular at the big-boys table for the last decade, Bangladesh's performance in the ICC tournaments has been nothing to write home about. Bangladesh squad for T20 World Cup Bangladesh: Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Taskin Ahmed, Litton Das, Soumya Sarkar, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Shakib Al Hasan, Tawhid Hridoy, Mahmud Ullah Riyad, Jaker Ali Anik, Tanvir Islam, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib. Travelling reserves: Afif Hossain, Hasan Mahmud (With inputs from agencies)

'Come forward and...': Virender Sehwag's brutal suggestion to Shakib Al-Hasan after T20 World Cup failure

<p>Pakistan men's cricket team captain Babar Azam continues to face flak from former cricketers and fans after his team lost the T20 World Cup match against India. After legendary pacer Wasim Akram went on an explosive rant against the team, former allrounder Shahid Afridi has suggested that Babar needs to be dropped at no. 3 for the balance of the team.</p>

<p>Pakistan have been struggling to get off the blocks in the powerplay overs, primarily due to Babar and Mohammad Rizwan being similar kind of players. Afridi&nbsp;suggested that head coach Gary Kirsten&nbsp;make the necessary changes as Pakistan still had not exited the tournament.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I think now is the time for Gary Kirsten and Babar Azam to make some changes. I would like to see Salman Ali Agha come into the side in place of Usman Khan and Abrar Ahmed to come in for Shadab Khan,” said Afridi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Most of all, I believe Fakhar Zaman should be promoted to open the innings alongside Mohammad Rizwan, with Babar dropping down to number three," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/legendary-pacer-wasim-akram-goes-on-explosive-rant-against-pakistan-players-after-capitulation-vs-india-730513"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Legendary pacer Wasim Akram goes on explosive rant against Pakistan players after capitulation vs India</strong></a></p>

<p>Pakistan are in the precipice of exiting the World Cup. A poor outing against Canada on Tuesday (Jun 11) could be curtains for the team that has struggled in the shortest format of the game in the last couple of years. &nbsp;</p>

<p>“There are some tough conversations and choices to come but we need to remember that there is still hope,&nbsp;Pakistan are not out of the tournament yet," said Afridi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While Afridi has argued for change in the batting order for Babar, other former cricketers have targetted the skipper for playing favouritism in the team and fooling the public.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/pcb-made-deals-hafeez-drops-bombshell-makes-big-claim-on-amir-wasims-retirement-u-turn-for-t20-wc-730777"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;'PCB made deals...': Hafeez drops BOMBSHELL, makes big claim on Amir, Wasim's retirement U-turn for T20 WC</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>Favouritism in the squad?</strong></h2>

<p>There have been gossip coming out from the Pakistan dressing room that Babar opted for certain players that were close to him instead of picking those who had performed consistently on the domestic circuit.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"You are making a team with your friends, keeping your friends in the team," said former opener Ahmed Shehzad on a Pakistani TV channel.</p>

<p>"You guys have performed against B, C, D teams and fooled the people.&nbsp;Your salaries were hiked, PCB paid you to evolve yourself and your cricket," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mohammed Hafeez, who recently served as director of the senior team, echoed similar sentiments and questioned the selection of Imad Wasim and Mohammad Amir who made the squad despite having retired from the format.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Pakistan men's cricket team captain Babar Azam continues to face flak from former cricketers and fans after his team lost the T20 World Cup match against India. After legendary pacer Wasim Akram went on an explosive rant against the team, former allrounder Shahid Afridi has suggested that Babar needs to be dropped at no.

Pakistan men's cricket team captain Babar Azam continues to face flak from former cricketers and fans after his team lost the T20 World Cup match against India. After legendary pacer Wasim Akram went on an explosive rant against the team, former allrounder Shahid Afridi has suggested that Babar needs to be dropped at no. 3 for the balance of the team. Pakistan have been struggling to get off the blocks in the powerplay overs, primarily due to Babar and Mohammad Rizwan being similar kind of players. Afridi suggested that head coach Gary Kirsten make the necessary changes as Pakistan still had not exited the tournament. “I think now is the time for Gary Kirsten and Babar Azam to make some changes. I would like to see Salman Ali Agha come into the side in place of Usman Khan and Abrar Ahmed to come in for Shadab Khan,” said Afridi. “Most of all, I believe Fakhar Zaman should be promoted to open the innings alongside Mohammad Rizwan, with Babar dropping down to number three," he added. Also read | Legendary pacer Wasim Akram goes on explosive rant against Pakistan players after capitulation vs India Pakistan are in the precipice of exiting the World Cup. A poor outing against Canada on Tuesday (Jun 11) could be curtains for the team that has struggled in the shortest format of the game in the last couple of years. “There are some tough conversations and choices to come but we need to remember that there is still hope, Pakistan are not out of the tournament yet," said Afridi. While Afridi has argued for change in the batting order for Babar, other former cricketers have targetted the skipper for playing favouritism in the team and fooling the public. Also read | 'PCB made deals...': Hafeez drops BOMBSHELL, makes big claim on Amir, Wasim's retirement U-turn for T20 WC Favouritism in the squad? There have been gossip coming out from the Pakistan dressing room that Babar opted for certain players that were close to him instead of picking those who had performed consistently on the domestic circuit. "You are making a team with your friends, keeping your friends in the team," said former opener Ahmed Shehzad on a Pakistani TV channel. "You guys have performed against B, C, D teams and fooled the people. Your salaries were hiked, PCB paid you to evolve yourself and your cricket," he added. Mohammed Hafeez, who recently served as director of the senior team, echoed similar sentiments and questioned the selection of Imad Wasim and Mohammad Amir who made the squad despite having retired from the format. (With inputs from agencies)

Shahid Afridi believes Babar Azam needs 'dropping down' after T20 World Cup loss vs India

<p>Veteran Pakistan batter Ahmed Shehzad launched a scathing attack on Babar Azam after Men in Green's six-run loss at the hands of India in the T20 World Cup on Sunday (June 9) in New York.</p>

<p>Babar-led Pakistan opted to bowl first at the&nbsp;Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York,&nbsp;and rode on Naseem Shah-Haris Rauf's three-fers along with Mohammad Amir's 2 for 23 to dismiss India for 119 in 19 overs. However, they fell flat in the run-chase, only managing 113 for 7 courtesy of Jasprit Bumrah's 3 for 14 and Hardik Pandya's 2 for 24.</p>

<p>After the match, Shehzad didn't mince his words on Babar, slamming him for his poor strike-rate in T20Is and inability to win key games for the side.</p>

<p>Shehzad, who last played for Pakistan in 2019, alleged that Babar has built a Pakistan team on the basis of friendships.</p>

<p>On a Pakistani cricket show, the right-hander said, "You have hallucinated people by scoring runs against B, C, and D teams. Your salaries were increased by PCB to evolve your game, but you put their money on social media for image building and nothing else."</p>

<p>Shehzad further opined, "Look at your scores in big tournaments, your stats, your average and your strike rate. What kind of a king Babar Azam … Iss king ka kya karu jisne match nahi jitwana hai. (What do I do with a King who does not win you matches). There is a stat that your big scores have come in losing causes.”</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/t20-wc-my-words-were-inappropriate-kamran-akmal-issues-apology-for-racist-joke-on-arshdeep-singh-730709">T20 WC: 'My words were inappropriate' - Kamran Akmal issues apology for racist joke on Arshdeep Singh</a></strong></p>

<p>The 32-year-old pointed out, "You have picked your friends and given them 40 matches to prove their worth and this is hurting Pakistan cricket. You can give 40 matches to this 40-year-old (pointing towards former Pakistani&nbsp;player Imran Nazir) and he will also give you performances at this age. Look at our domestic performers, they are ignored and they are leaving the country, going to the USA, and UAE to play cricket."</p>

<p>Shehzad slammed Babar for his inability to build a team despite being the captain for five years.</p>

<p>In this regard, he added,&nbsp;"You are a middle-order batter and a leader and you had five years to build the team; but you have not been able to develop a single middle-order batter, there is no proper all-rounder in the team. Aapne kisi ko ban ne nahi diya, aapko sirf thulle chahiye thee, ji aap upar se 15 over khlele, aur fir neeche se aake aaknhe band karke maarte jaae. (You did not develop anyone, you only needed players who hit blindly because you want to bat for 15 overs and then have these players come in and try to hit blindly)."</p>

<p>Babar has had an ordinary start in the T20 WC.</p>

<p>He made an ineffective 43-ball 44 versus USA, against whom Pakistan lost in the Super Over, before only managing 13 off 10 balls versus India.</p>

<p>Time and again, questions have been raised on his strike-rate; i.e. an ordinary&nbsp;129.77 in the format.</p>

<p>Moreover, many have pointed fingers at his inability to stand tall with the bat against stronger teams.</p>

<p>Thus, the right-hander is under the scanner for his batting as well as for his ordinary leadership with Pakistan reeling at the T20 WC, being held in West Indies and USA.</p>


Veteran Pakistan batter Ahmed Shehzad launched a scathing attack on Babar Azam after Men in Green's six-run loss at the hands of India in the T20 World Cup on Sunday (June 9) in New York.

Veteran Pakistan batter Ahmed Shehzad launched a scathing attack on Babar Azam after Men in Green's six-run loss at the hands of India in the T20 World Cup on Sunday (June 9) in New York. Babar-led Pakistan opted to bowl first at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York, and rode on Naseem Shah-Haris Rauf's three-fers along with Mohammad Amir's 2 for 23 to dismiss India for 119 in 19 overs. However, they fell flat in the run-chase, only managing 113 for 7 courtesy of Jasprit Bumrah's 3 for 14 and Hardik Pandya's 2 for 24. After the match, Shehzad didn't mince his words on Babar, slamming him for his poor strike-rate in T20Is and inability to win key games for the side. Shehzad, who last played for Pakistan in 2019, alleged that Babar has built a Pakistan team on the basis of friendships. On a Pakistani cricket show, the right-hander said, "You have hallucinated people by scoring runs against B, C, and D teams. Your salaries were increased by PCB to evolve your game, but you put their money on social media for image building and nothing else." Shehzad further opined, "Look at your scores in big tournaments, your stats, your average and your strike rate. What kind of a king Babar Azam … Iss king ka kya karu jisne match nahi jitwana hai. (What do I do with a King who does not win you matches). There is a stat that your big scores have come in losing causes.” Also read: T20 WC: 'My words were inappropriate' - Kamran Akmal issues apology for racist joke on Arshdeep Singh The 32-year-old pointed out, "You have picked your friends and given them 40 matches to prove their worth and this is hurting Pakistan cricket. You can give 40 matches to this 40-year-old (pointing towards former Pakistani player Imran Nazir) and he will also give you performances at this age. Look at our domestic performers, they are ignored and they are leaving the country, going to the USA, and UAE to play cricket." Shehzad slammed Babar for his inability to build a team despite being the captain for five years. In this regard, he added, "You are a middle-order batter and a leader and you had five years to build the team; but you have not been able to develop a single middle-order batter, there is no proper all-rounder in the team. Aapne kisi ko ban ne nahi diya, aapko sirf thulle chahiye thee, ji aap upar se 15 over khlele, aur fir neeche se aake aaknhe band karke maarte jaae. (You did not develop anyone, you only needed players who hit blindly because you want to bat for 15 overs and then have these players come in and try to hit blindly)." Babar has had an ordinary start in the T20 WC. He made an ineffective 43-ball 44 versus USA, against whom Pakistan lost in the Super Over, before only managing 13 off 10 balls versus India. Time and again, questions have been raised on his strike-rate; i.e. an ordinary 129.77 in the format. Moreover, many have pointed fingers at his inability to stand tall with the bat against stronger teams. Thus, the right-hander is under the scanner for his batting as well as for his ordinary leadership with Pakistan reeling at the T20 WC, being held in West Indies and USA.

'What do I do with a King..': Ahmed Shehzad BLASTS Babar Azam after Pakistan's T20 WC defeat vs India

<p>Former Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez lashed out at Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for picking Mohammad Amir and Imad Wasim for the T20 World Cup, currently being held in West Indies and the USA. Hafeez went on a no-holds-barred barrage against the PCB for selecting Amir and Imad, who recently overturned their retirement to play the T20 WC. Hafeez's remarks came following Babar Azam-led Pakistan's six-run loss at the hands of India on Sunday (June 9) in New York. Pakistan are at the brink of early elimination with two losses in a row.</p>

<p>Hafeez alleged that PCB made a 'deal' to select players like Amit and Wasim. He further opined that these two are mainly interested&nbsp;in playing franchise leagues around the world and are taking part in the T20 WC due to no such competitions at present.</p>

<p>On a Pakistani show, Hafeez said, "They (PCB) brought them here out of greed, made deals with such players (Amir and Wasim) who have ruined Pakistan's cricket. I was in the domestic circuit, but no one wanted to play domestic cricket. It is because they were telling me that 'any of us gets selected, we will take it.' How can it be that players who don't even play Pakistan's domestic cricket got selected."</p>

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<p>He added, "When asked to play for Pakistan six months ago, they said they wanted to play in leagues. Since no leagues are happening these days, they are playing in the World Cup. They are playing in the World Cup as if it is just another league."</p>

<p>Amir was economical in Pakistan's T20 WC opener versus USA, where he ended with 1 for 25 but went for plenty in the Super Over.</p>

<p>Against India, he had a good run with the ball, returning with 2 for 23 but Wasim struggled during Pakistan's 120-run chase versus the Men in Blue. The all-rounder only managed a 23-ball 15 as Babar Azam &amp; Co. lost by six runs, managing 113 for 7 in 20 overs.</p>

<p>Both Wasim and Amir had retired long back. The former stepped aside following his ODI WC snub last year whereas the speedster had announced his retirement from international cricket in late 2020, citing mental torture.</p>


Former Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez lashed out at Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for picking Mohammad Amir and Imad Wasim for the T20 World Cup, currently being held in West Indies and the USA.

Former Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez lashed out at Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for picking Mohammad Amir and Imad Wasim for the T20 World Cup, currently being held in West Indies and the USA. Hafeez went on a no-holds-barred barrage against the PCB for selecting Amir and Imad, who recently overturned their retirement to play the T20 WC. Hafeez's remarks came following Babar Azam-led Pakistan's six-run loss at the hands of India on Sunday (June 9) in New York. Pakistan are at the brink of early elimination with two losses in a row. Hafeez alleged that PCB made a 'deal' to select players like Amit and Wasim. He further opined that these two are mainly interested in playing franchise leagues around the world and are taking part in the T20 WC due to no such competitions at present. On a Pakistani show, Hafeez said, "They (PCB) brought them here out of greed, made deals with such players (Amir and Wasim) who have ruined Pakistan's cricket. I was in the domestic circuit, but no one wanted to play domestic cricket. It is because they were telling me that 'any of us gets selected, we will take it.' How can it be that players who don't even play Pakistan's domestic cricket got selected." Also read: T20 WC: 'My words were inappropriate' - Kamran Akmal issues apology for racist joke on Arshdeep Singh He added, "When asked to play for Pakistan six months ago, they said they wanted to play in leagues. Since no leagues are happening these days, they are playing in the World Cup. They are playing in the World Cup as if it is just another league." Amir was economical in Pakistan's T20 WC opener versus USA, where he ended with 1 for 25 but went for plenty in the Super Over. Against India, he had a good run with the ball, returning with 2 for 23 but Wasim struggled during Pakistan's 120-run chase versus the Men in Blue. The all-rounder only managed a 23-ball 15 as Babar Azam & Co. lost by six runs, managing 113 for 7 in 20 overs. Both Wasim and Amir had retired long back. The former stepped aside following his ODI WC snub last year whereas the speedster had announced his retirement from international cricket in late 2020, citing mental torture.

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<p>Former Pakistan stumper Kamran Akmal stunned one and all with his insensitive comments on India pacer Arshdeep Singh's religion during Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue's clash versus Pakistan in the T20 World Cup on Sunday (June 9) in New York. Ahead of the last over, eventually bowled by Arshdeep, Kamran told on a live TV show, on ARY News, (a Pakistani news channel),&nbsp;"<i>Kuch bhi ho sakta hai... Dekhe last over karna Arshdeep Singh</i><i>&nbsp;ne hai. Waise uska rhythm nahi laga. 12 baj gaye hai</i>&nbsp;(Anything can happen. The last over will be bowled by Arshdeep, who hasn't looked in a great rhythm. And It is already 12)." The veteran's&nbsp;racist joke wasn't&nbsp;received well by a large section. On Monday (June 10), ex-Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh lashed out at Kamran for his comments on the Sikh community. Thus, the 42-year-old took to his official account on X, formerly Twitter, to issue an apology to Harbhajan and the Sikhs.</p>

<p>Kamran wrote, on Tuesday (June 11), "I deeply regret my recent comments and sincerely apologize to&nbsp;@harbhajan_singh&nbsp;and the Sikh community. My words were inappropriate and disrespectful. I have the utmost respect for Sikhs all over the world and never intended to hurt anyone. I am truly sorry. #Respect #Apology"</p>

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<p>Earlier, Harbhajan wrote on X, "Lakh di laanat tere Kamraan Akhmal (Shame on you Kamran Akmal).You should know the history of sikhs before u open ur filthy mouth."</p>

<p>"We Sikhs saved ur mothers and sisters when they were abducted by invaders, the time invariably was 12 o’clock . Shame on you…Have some Gratitude @KamiAkmal23," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Talking about the Indo-Pak clash, Rohit-led India were asked to bat first and were bundled out for 119 in 19 overs, with Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah taking three wickets apiece. In reply, Jasprit Bumrah's 3 for 14, Hardik Pandya's 2 for 24 and Arshdeep's 1 for 31 propelled India to a narrow six-run win, at the&nbsp;Nassau County International Cricket Stadium,&nbsp;as Babar Azam-led Men in Green only managed 113/7.</p>


Former Pakistan stumper Kamran Akmal stunned one and all with his insensitive comments on India pacer Arshdeep Singh's religion during Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue's clash versus Pakistan in the T20 World Cup on Sunday (June 9) in New York.

Former Pakistan stumper Kamran Akmal stunned one and all with his insensitive comments on India pacer Arshdeep Singh's religion during Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue's clash versus Pakistan in the T20 World Cup on Sunday (June 9) in New York. Ahead of the last over, eventually bowled by Arshdeep, Kamran told on a live TV show, on ARY News, (a Pakistani news channel), "Kuch bhi ho sakta hai... Dekhe last over karna Arshdeep Singh ne hai. Waise uska rhythm nahi laga. 12 baj gaye hai (Anything can happen. The last over will be bowled by Arshdeep, who hasn't looked in a great rhythm. And It is already 12)." The veteran's racist joke wasn't received well by a large section. On Monday (June 10), ex-Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh lashed out at Kamran for his comments on the Sikh community. Thus, the 42-year-old took to his official account on X, formerly Twitter, to issue an apology to Harbhajan and the Sikhs. Kamran wrote, on Tuesday (June 11), "I deeply regret my recent comments and sincerely apologize to @harbhajan_singh and the Sikh community. My words were inappropriate and disrespectful. I have the utmost respect for Sikhs all over the world and never intended to hurt anyone. I am truly sorry. #Respect #Apology" I deeply regret my recent comments and sincerely apologize to @harbhajan_singh and the Sikh community. My words were inappropriate and disrespectful. I have the utmost respect for Sikhs all over the world and never intended to hurt anyone. I am truly sorry. #Respect #Apology — Kamran Akmal (@KamiAkmal23) June 10, 2024 × Also read: 'Shame on you': Harbhajan Singh slams Pakistan's Kamran Akmal for racist joke on Arshdeep Singh Earlier, Harbhajan wrote on X, "Lakh di laanat tere Kamraan Akhmal (Shame on you Kamran Akmal).You should know the history of sikhs before u open ur filthy mouth." "We Sikhs saved ur mothers and sisters when they were abducted by invaders, the time invariably was 12 o’clock . Shame on you…Have some Gratitude @KamiAkmal23," he added. Talking about the Indo-Pak clash, Rohit-led India were asked to bat first and were bundled out for 119 in 19 overs, with Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah taking three wickets apiece. In reply, Jasprit Bumrah's 3 for 14, Hardik Pandya's 2 for 24 and Arshdeep's 1 for 31 propelled India to a narrow six-run win, at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, as Babar Azam-led Men in Green only managed 113/7.

T20 WC: 'My words were inappropriate' - Kamran Akmal issues apology for racist joke on Arshdeep Singh

<p>Defending champions England are on the brink of a catastrophic exit from the ongoing T20 World Cup as they sit third in the Group B standings with only two matches remaining. Jos Buttler’s side, who are one of the favourites to win the T20 World Cup, could face elimination if they fail to win their remaining matches. But what are the scenarios that could see them reach the Super Eight stage of the T20 World Cup?</p>

<h2><strong>England on the brink</strong></h2>

<p>Currently, the English side has one point from two matches after their defeat to Australia and points were shared with Scotland due to a washout. Buttler and Co can reach a maximum of five points in Group B while both Scotland (maximum seven) and Australia (maximum eight) sit in pole position.</p>

<p>For England to qualify, they should win both matches while Australia should lose both their remaining matches, or Scotland should lose their remaining match with them taking a hit on the net run rate (NRR).</p>

<p>The best possible scenario for England to qualify for the Super 8 will be – Australia beat Scotland by a big margin which results in them taking a hit on their NRR. This, coupled with England winning by a big margin against Oman and Namibia, will see Buttler and Co in the next round.</p>

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<h2><strong>How could England get knocked out in the group stage?</strong></h2>

<p>In case Australia beat Namibia on Tuesday (June 11), then the Aussies will qualify for the Super 8 and could play a weakened side against Scotland in their final group match.</p>

<p>A defeat for Australia against Scotland will see the latter reach the next stage at England’s expense. In this scenario, Australia will end with six points while Scotland will finish top with seven points, meaning even if England win their remaining matches, they will face elimination.</p>

<p>Also if Australia win against Namibia and one of England’s matches against Oman or Namibia gets washed out due to rain, then Buttler and Co will have to pack their bags early as they won’t be able to finish in the top two.</p>


Defending champions England are on the brink of a catastrophic exit from the ongoing T20 World Cup as they sit third in the Group B standings with only two matches remaining.

Defending champions England are on the brink of a catastrophic exit from the ongoing T20 World Cup as they sit third in the Group B standings with only two matches remaining. Jos Buttler’s side, who are one of the favourites to win the T20 World Cup, could face elimination if they fail to win their remaining matches. But what are the scenarios that could see them reach the Super Eight stage of the T20 World Cup? England on the brink Currently, the English side has one point from two matches after their defeat to Australia and points were shared with Scotland due to a washout. Buttler and Co can reach a maximum of five points in Group B while both Scotland (maximum seven) and Australia (maximum eight) sit in pole position. For England to qualify, they should win both matches while Australia should lose both their remaining matches, or Scotland should lose their remaining match with them taking a hit on the net run rate (NRR). The best possible scenario for England to qualify for the Super 8 will be – Australia beat Scotland by a big margin which results in them taking a hit on their NRR. This, coupled with England winning by a big margin against Oman and Namibia, will see Buttler and Co in the next round. ALSO READ | 'Please leave captaincy': Shoaib Malik urges Babar Azam to leave leadership role after India defeat in T20 WC How could England get knocked out in the group stage? In case Australia beat Namibia on Tuesday (June 11), then the Aussies will qualify for the Super 8 and could play a weakened side against Scotland in their final group match. A defeat for Australia against Scotland will see the latter reach the next stage at England’s expense. In this scenario, Australia will end with six points while Scotland will finish top with seven points, meaning even if England win their remaining matches, they will face elimination. Also if Australia win against Namibia and one of England’s matches against Oman or Namibia gets washed out due to rain, then Buttler and Co will have to pack their bags early as they won’t be able to finish in the top two.

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<p>It will be a do-or-die contest for Pakistan in the T20 World Cup as they&nbsp;take guard&nbsp;against Canada on Tuesday (June 11) at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York. The contest will be key for the Men in Green who could face elimination from the tournament if results go against them. Even a washout could see their chances get affected, with both India and the USA benefiting from the same. Here are the details on why a washout favours India and the USA in the T20 World Cup.</p>

<h2><strong>India, USA in pole position</strong></h2>

<p>As things stand, before the Pakistan-Canada match, India and the USA occupy the top two spots with four points each and are in pole position to enter the Super Eight stage. Pakistan can only reach a maximum of four points in the group stage even if they win their remaining two matches. However, if rain plays spoilsport as it did during their match against India, then they will be on the brink of elimination.</p>

<p>Points will be shared in case the Pakistan-Canada match ends in a washout, meaning Pakistan will have one point after three matches and could reach a maximum of three points even if they beat Ireland in their final group match. With three points, Babar Azam’s men will be unable to catch both India and the USA in the points tally and thereby will face elimination.</p>

<p>A defeat for Pakistan against Canada will also see them getting knocked out of the group stage with one match to go. This result also means that Canada will give themselves a good chance of reaching the Super Eight. However, a washout will mean they could also reach only a maximum of five points and will need a helping hand to reach the Super Eight.</p>

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<h2><strong>What happens if India-USA match ends in washout?</strong></h2>

<p>In case the&nbsp;India vs USA match on Wednesday ends in a washout, then also Pakistan face elimination. With the match assumed to be washed out, both India and the USA will attain five points each after three matches as points will be shared. This will mean that&nbsp;Pakistan and Ireland won’t be able to finish in the top two and get eliminated. In case, Pakistan beat Canada and the India-USA match ends in a washout, the trio of Pakistan, Canada and Ireland will get eliminated with one match still to be played.</p>


It will be a do-or-die contest for Pakistan in the T20 World Cup as they take guard against Canada on Tuesday (June 11) at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York.

It will be a do-or-die contest for Pakistan in the T20 World Cup as they take guard against Canada on Tuesday (June 11) at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York. The contest will be key for the Men in Green who could face elimination from the tournament if results go against them. Even a washout could see their chances get affected, with both India and the USA benefiting from the same. Here are the details on why a washout favours India and the USA in the T20 World Cup. India, USA in pole position As things stand, before the Pakistan-Canada match, India and the USA occupy the top two spots with four points each and are in pole position to enter the Super Eight stage. Pakistan can only reach a maximum of four points in the group stage even if they win their remaining two matches. However, if rain plays spoilsport as it did during their match against India, then they will be on the brink of elimination. Points will be shared in case the Pakistan-Canada match ends in a washout, meaning Pakistan will have one point after three matches and could reach a maximum of three points even if they beat Ireland in their final group match. With three points, Babar Azam’s men will be unable to catch both India and the USA in the points tally and thereby will face elimination. A defeat for Pakistan against Canada will also see them getting knocked out of the group stage with one match to go. This result also means that Canada will give themselves a good chance of reaching the Super Eight. However, a washout will mean they could also reach only a maximum of five points and will need a helping hand to reach the Super Eight. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: How Pakistan can still qualify for Super 8 after loss against India What happens if India-USA match ends in washout? In case the India vs USA match on Wednesday ends in a washout, then also Pakistan face elimination. With the match assumed to be washed out, both India and the USA will attain five points each after three matches as points will be shared. This will mean that Pakistan and Ireland won’t be able to finish in the top two and get eliminated. In case, Pakistan beat Canada and the India-USA match ends in a washout, the trio of Pakistan, Canada and Ireland will get eliminated with one match still to be played.

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<p>Rain has played spoilsport in New York during the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup group stage contest on Sunda (June 9) as there is&nbsp;delay in the start of the gam. The match which holds bearings for the Men in Green is now a must-win having lost to USA in the Super Over on Thursday. So what will happen if the match is washed out with rain predicted to be a decisive factor during the T20 World Cup contest?</p>

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<p>At the time of writing the play had resumed at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, however, rain was predicted to interrupt the game at any stage. In a scenario the match gets&nbsp;washed out, it will be the USA fans that will benefit the most. As a result, both India and Pakistan will get one point each leading to the&nbsp;latter’s case being vulnerable in Super Eight qualification.</p>

<p>This means Pakistan will reach only five points even if they win their remaining two matches against Ireland and Canada. For them to secure qualification, the trio of Canada, Ireland and the USA should secure four or fewer points. This means the USA should lose to Ireland and India while Ireland and Canada should also lose to India and Pakistan. The Men in Green&nbsp;should also hope that Ireland beat the USA as part of the equation mentioned above.</p>

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<p>If the above scenarios are met, Pakistan will finish on five points in five matches and will be second in Group A. India will finish top while Canada, USA and Ireland will get eliminated&nbsp;with four or less points on the points tally.</p>

<h2><strong>How could Pakistan get eliminated?</strong></h2>

<p>In case India vs Pakistan match is washed out and the USA beat either India or Ireland, then Pakistan will face group stage elimination of the T20 World Cup. In this case, Pakistan will stay on five points while India (assuming will win its remaining matches against Canada and USA) and the USA will have six or more points. This will result in Pakistan finishing third or below in the group stage and will get eliminated.</p>


Rain has played spoilsport in New York during the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup group stage contest on Sunda (June 9) as there is delay in the start of the gam.

Rain has played spoilsport in New York during the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup group stage contest on Sunda (June 9) as there is delay in the start of the gam. The match which holds bearings for the Men in Green is now a must-win having lost to USA in the Super Over on Thursday. So what will happen if the match is washed out with rain predicted to be a decisive factor during the T20 World Cup contest? New York 📍 The toss has been delayed due to rain as India take on Pakistan at the Nassau County International stadium ☔#T20WorldCup | #INDvPAK | 📝: https://t.co/cgsdtKV45T pic.twitter.com/5x8gYazQwY — ICC (@ICC) June 9, 2024 × India vs Pakistan affected by rain At the time of writing the play had resumed at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, however, rain was predicted to interrupt the game at any stage. In a scenario the match gets washed out, it will be the USA fans that will benefit the most. As a result, both India and Pakistan will get one point each leading to the latter’s case being vulnerable in Super Eight qualification. This means Pakistan will reach only five points even if they win their remaining two matches against Ireland and Canada. For them to secure qualification, the trio of Canada, Ireland and the USA should secure four or fewer points. This means the USA should lose to Ireland and India while Ireland and Canada should also lose to India and Pakistan. The Men in Green should also hope that Ireland beat the USA as part of the equation mentioned above. ALSO READ | Champions Trophy 2025 likely to take place from Feb 9 in Pakistan; suspense remains on India's travel plans If the above scenarios are met, Pakistan will finish on five points in five matches and will be second in Group A. India will finish top while Canada, USA and Ireland will get eliminated with four or less points on the points tally. How could Pakistan get eliminated? In case India vs Pakistan match is washed out and the USA beat either India or Ireland, then Pakistan will face group stage elimination of the T20 World Cup. In this case, Pakistan will stay on five points while India (assuming will win its remaining matches against Canada and USA) and the USA will have six or more points. This will result in Pakistan finishing third or below in the group stage and will get eliminated.

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<p>Indian fans were shushed at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York on Sunday (Jun 9) as Pakistan pacers sent openers Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli back to the pavilion inside powerplay overs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The match was delayed by more than 50 minutes due to rain as Pakistan skipper Babar Azam won the toss and opted to bowl first. With the conditions overcast and sporadic rain showers anticipated, Rohit rues that he would have liked&nbsp;to bowl first as well.&nbsp;</p>

<p><b>"</b>We would have done that (fielded). We have to assess as quickly as possible how the pitch plays and then try to get a decent score," said Rohit</p>

<p>"Obviously it can be challenging upfront but we've spoken of what needs to be done as a batting unit and then we'll try to defend that score. Every game is important. You're playing the World Cup, it's important you try and show up and show up pretty well," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the delayed start, both teams came out in the middle but had to return after the end of first over. Shaheen Afridi took the new ball and got the ball to jag around just a bit but Rohit imposed himself by flicking one off his pads over backward square leg for a massive six.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-pak-live-score-t20-world-cup-2024-india-vs-pakistan-minute-by-minute-updates-direct-from-nassau-stadium-730080"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;IND vs PAK, T20 World Cup 2024, Live Updates: India march towards 50 after poor start</strong></a></p>

<p>After another 30-min delay, Kohli started the proceedings with a boundary against Naseem Shah. However, the pacer held back his length and got the ball to hold on a bit, which forced Kohli to scythe one straight to backward point.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rohit departed in the very next over as he attempted a repeat of the first six but could only find&nbsp;Haris Rauf who took a steep catch with relative ease.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>After the two quick wickets, Indian team management sent Axar Patel and Rishabh Pant into the middle, pushing Suryakumar Yadav, down the order.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Teams: </strong></p>

<p><strong>India (Playing XI): </strong>Rohit Sharma(c), Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant(w), Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh</p>

<p><strong>Pakistan (Playing XI):</strong> Mohammad Rizwan(w), Babar Azam(c), Usman Khan, Fakhar Zaman, Shadab Khan, Iftikhar Ahmed, Imad Wasim, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Amir</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Indian fans were shushed at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York on Sunday (Jun 9) as Pakistan pacers sent openers Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli back to the pavilion inside powerplay overs.

Indian fans were shushed at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York on Sunday (Jun 9) as Pakistan pacers sent openers Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli back to the pavilion inside powerplay overs. The match was delayed by more than 50 minutes due to rain as Pakistan skipper Babar Azam won the toss and opted to bowl first. With the conditions overcast and sporadic rain showers anticipated, Rohit rues that he would have liked to bowl first as well. "We would have done that (fielded). We have to assess as quickly as possible how the pitch plays and then try to get a decent score," said Rohit "Obviously it can be challenging upfront but we've spoken of what needs to be done as a batting unit and then we'll try to defend that score. Every game is important. You're playing the World Cup, it's important you try and show up and show up pretty well," he added. After the delayed start, both teams came out in the middle but had to return after the end of first over. Shaheen Afridi took the new ball and got the ball to jag around just a bit but Rohit imposed himself by flicking one off his pads over backward square leg for a massive six. Also read | IND vs PAK, T20 World Cup 2024, Live Updates: India march towards 50 after poor start After another 30-min delay, Kohli started the proceedings with a boundary against Naseem Shah. However, the pacer held back his length and got the ball to hold on a bit, which forced Kohli to scythe one straight to backward point. Rohit departed in the very next over as he attempted a repeat of the first six but could only find Haris Rauf who took a steep catch with relative ease. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ICC (@icc) × After the two quick wickets, Indian team management sent Axar Patel and Rishabh Pant into the middle, pushing Suryakumar Yadav, down the order. Teams: India (Playing XI): Rohit Sharma(c), Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant(w), Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh Pakistan (Playing XI): Mohammad Rizwan(w), Babar Azam(c), Usman Khan, Fakhar Zaman, Shadab Khan, Iftikhar Ahmed, Imad Wasim, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Amir (With inputs from agencies)

T20 World Cup: Watch - Virat, Rohit depart inside powerplay as Pakistan strike early

<p>India&nbsp;emerged victorious by six runs in a rain-affected match against arch-rivals Pakistan after the bowlers produced a masterclass in defending a low target. Pakistan were in the driving seat for the major part of the game but lost their way in the last 45 minutes as Jasprit Bumrah produced a spell for the ages to bring India&nbsp;right back into the contest.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It feels really good. We felt we were a little under and the wicket got a little better after the sun came out. We were really disciplined so it feels good. Tried to hit the seam as much as I could, tried to be as clear as I could with my execution and it all came out well so I felt happy," said Bumrah after the match.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At the halfway stage, India were down and out of the contest after the middle order produced a sorry performance. Put into bat first, India were going at decent clip with the scoreboard reading 89/3 in the 12th over.</p>

<p>However, India lost the remaining seven wickets whilst adding only 30 runs. Some poor shots and the inability to adjust to the tackiness of the wicket meant that Pakistan bowlers reaped the rewards as India stared at a second loss to Pakistan in their entire World Cup history.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/t20-world-cup-virat-rohit-depart-inside-powerplay-as-pakistan-strike-early-730311"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;T20 World Cup: Watch - Virat, Rohit depart inside powerplay as Pakistan strike early&nbsp;</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>Pakistan crumble when lights were bright</strong></h2>

<p>Chasing the target, Pakistan were off to a solid start with Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan putting a 26-run partnership. Bumrah was the first to strike after he bowled a beautiful outswinger that kissed Babar's outside edge and landed in Suryakumar Yadav's big mittens at first slip.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With the captain gone, Rizwan joined forces with Usman Khan and kept Pakistan in the contest. Axar Patel, introduced into the attack in the 11th over, struck on the first ball and sent Khan packing.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The biggest turning point in the match came in the 15th over when Bumrah came in for his second spell and castled Rizwan on the first ball. Eventually, the speedster finished with astonishing figures, reading 4-0-14-3.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He's [Bumrah] going from strength to strength. We all know what he can do. Not going to talk too much about him. Want him to be in that mindset throughout the WC. He's a genius, we all know that," said Rohit in the post-match presentation ceremony.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With 18 runs required in the final over, Arshdeep Singh held his nerves and kept the Pakistani batters quiet. The win means that India have all but ensured a place in the Super 8.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As for Pakistan, they will have to win their remaining matches with&nbsp;big margins and hope that other results go in their favour.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Lowest targets successfully defended by India in T20I</strong></p>

<p>120 vs Pakistan, New York 2024 *</p>

<p>139 vs Zimbabwe, Harare 2016</p>

<p>145 vs England, Nagpur 2017</p>

<p>147 vs Bangladesh, Bengaluru 2016</p>


India emerged victorious by six runs in a rain-affected match against arch-rivals Pakistan after the bowlers produced a masterclass in defending a low target. Pakistan were in the driving seat for the major part of the game but lost their way in the last 45 minutes as Jasprit Bumrah produced a spell for the ages to bring India right back into the contest.

India emerged victorious by six runs in a rain-affected match against arch-rivals Pakistan after the bowlers produced a masterclass in defending a low target. Pakistan were in the driving seat for the major part of the game but lost their way in the last 45 minutes as Jasprit Bumrah produced a spell for the ages to bring India right back into the contest. "It feels really good. We felt we were a little under and the wicket got a little better after the sun came out. We were really disciplined so it feels good. Tried to hit the seam as much as I could, tried to be as clear as I could with my execution and it all came out well so I felt happy," said Bumrah after the match. At the halfway stage, India were down and out of the contest after the middle order produced a sorry performance. Put into bat first, India were going at decent clip with the scoreboard reading 89/3 in the 12th over. However, India lost the remaining seven wickets whilst adding only 30 runs. Some poor shots and the inability to adjust to the tackiness of the wicket meant that Pakistan bowlers reaped the rewards as India stared at a second loss to Pakistan in their entire World Cup history. Also read | T20 World Cup: Watch - Virat, Rohit depart inside powerplay as Pakistan strike early Pakistan crumble when lights were bright Chasing the target, Pakistan were off to a solid start with Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan putting a 26-run partnership. Bumrah was the first to strike after he bowled a beautiful outswinger that kissed Babar's outside edge and landed in Suryakumar Yadav's big mittens at first slip. With the captain gone, Rizwan joined forces with Usman Khan and kept Pakistan in the contest. Axar Patel, introduced into the attack in the 11th over, struck on the first ball and sent Khan packing. The biggest turning point in the match came in the 15th over when Bumrah came in for his second spell and castled Rizwan on the first ball. Eventually, the speedster finished with astonishing figures, reading 4-0-14-3. "He's [Bumrah] going from strength to strength. We all know what he can do. Not going to talk too much about him. Want him to be in that mindset throughout the WC. He's a genius, we all know that," said Rohit in the post-match presentation ceremony. With 18 runs required in the final over, Arshdeep Singh held his nerves and kept the Pakistani batters quiet. The win means that India have all but ensured a place in the Super 8. As for Pakistan, they will have to win their remaining matches with big margins and hope that other results go in their favour. Lowest targets successfully defended by India in T20I 120 vs Pakistan, New York 2024 * 139 vs Zimbabwe, Harare 2016 145 vs England, Nagpur 2017 147 vs Bangladesh, Bengaluru 2016

T20 World Cup: Bumrah's heroics help India floor arch-rivals Pakistan in low-scoring thriller

<p>South Africa overcame a stunning early batting collapse before sealing a four-wicket victory over bogey team the Netherlands in their T20 World Cup Group D clash in New York on Saturday.</p>

<p>David Miller's unbeaten 59 off 51 balls saw the Proteas safely home at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, the South Africans finishing on 106-6 after restricting the Dutch to 103-9 from their 20 overs.</p>

<p>For a moment however it looked as if the Dutch were poised to inflict another famous upset on the South Africans following wins at the 2022 T20 World Cup and 2023 ODI World Cup.</p>

<p>The Proteas were left reeling at 12-4 after 4.3 overs and had even been 3-3 at one stage as the Dutch bowling attack broke through early.</p>

<p>But Tristan Stubbs and Miller hauled South Africa off the ropes with a fifth wicket partnership of 65 to leave the Proteas in a winning position.</p>

<p>While Stubbs eventually fell for 33, Miller saw South Africa home with a half century that included three fours and four sixes -- including a six off Bas de Leede in the 19th over to seal victory.</p>

<p>"It was just a good finish in the end," a relieved Miller said afterwards. "Credit to the Netherlands bowlers - they bowled really well.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"They made it difficult for us to score. But we have got over the line with our tailenders, so I have faith."</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<h2>- 'Mental blockade' -</h2>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>Proteas captain Aiden Markram said his team had overcome a psychological hurdle with the victory over the Dutch after their previous high-profile losses.</p>

<p>"We knew they were always going to up for a scrap," Markram said. "It's a game of cricket ultimately. The history before this game was obviously they beat us. It's a mental blockade -- and we were under pressure again today."</p>

<p>Earlier, Ottniel Baartman's dazzling four-wicket haul helped South Africa hold the Netherlands to a modest 103-9.</p>

<p>Baartman finished with figures of 4-11 off four overs, with Marco Jansen and Anrich Nortje both grabbing two wickets to keep the Dutch batsmen on the back foot.</p>

<p>Jansen had the Netherlands rocking in the opening over, getting rid of Michael Levitt caught behind for a duck after a review.</p>

<p>Jansen was involved again for South Africa's second dismissal, taking a superb one-handed diving catch at first slip after Max O'Dowd edged behind off Baartman.</p>

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<p>That left the Netherlands reeling on 15-2 after four overs. They were three down in the following over as Jansen bagged his second wicket, obliterating Vikramjist Singh's stumps to make it 17-3.</p>

<p>De Leede was the next to fall, caught off Nortje for six runs from a delivery which rocketed up off the wicket.</p>

<p>It got worse for the Netherlands in the 12th over.&nbsp;</p>

<p>First Edwards was run out for 10 after a superb piece of fielding by South Africa skipper Aiden Markram.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Then Nortje bagged another wicket three balls later after Teja Nidamanuru's leading edge flew all the way to deep third man into the hands of Heinrich Klaasen to make it 48-6.</p>

<p>Sybrand Engelbrecht and Logan van Beek staged a fleeting fightback before falling to Baartman for 40 and 23 respectively as South Africa's bowlers reasserted themselves in the final overs.</p>


South Africa overcame a stunning early batting collapse before sealing a four-wicket victory over bogey team the Netherlands in their T20 World Cup Group D clash in New York on Saturday.

South Africa overcame a stunning early batting collapse before sealing a four-wicket victory over bogey team the Netherlands in their T20 World Cup Group D clash in New York on Saturday. David Miller's unbeaten 59 off 51 balls saw the Proteas safely home at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, the South Africans finishing on 106-6 after restricting the Dutch to 103-9 from their 20 overs. For a moment however it looked as if the Dutch were poised to inflict another famous upset on the South Africans following wins at the 2022 T20 World Cup and 2023 ODI World Cup. The Proteas were left reeling at 12-4 after 4.3 overs and had even been 3-3 at one stage as the Dutch bowling attack broke through early. But Tristan Stubbs and Miller hauled South Africa off the ropes with a fifth wicket partnership of 65 to leave the Proteas in a winning position. While Stubbs eventually fell for 33, Miller saw South Africa home with a half century that included three fours and four sixes -- including a six off Bas de Leede in the 19th over to seal victory. "It was just a good finish in the end," a relieved Miller said afterwards. "Credit to the Netherlands bowlers - they bowled really well. "They made it difficult for us to score. But we have got over the line with our tailenders, so I have faith." - 'Mental blockade' - Proteas captain Aiden Markram said his team had overcome a psychological hurdle with the victory over the Dutch after their previous high-profile losses. "We knew they were always going to up for a scrap," Markram said. "It's a game of cricket ultimately. The history before this game was obviously they beat us. It's a mental blockade -- and we were under pressure again today." Earlier, Ottniel Baartman's dazzling four-wicket haul helped South Africa hold the Netherlands to a modest 103-9. Baartman finished with figures of 4-11 off four overs, with Marco Jansen and Anrich Nortje both grabbing two wickets to keep the Dutch batsmen on the back foot. Jansen had the Netherlands rocking in the opening over, getting rid of Michael Levitt caught behind for a duck after a review. Jansen was involved again for South Africa's second dismissal, taking a superb one-handed diving catch at first slip after Max O'Dowd edged behind off Baartman. ALSO READ | French Open Final: Iga Swiatek outclasses Jasmine Paolini in straight sets to win third consecutive title That left the Netherlands reeling on 15-2 after four overs. They were three down in the following over as Jansen bagged his second wicket, obliterating Vikramjist Singh's stumps to make it 17-3. De Leede was the next to fall, caught off Nortje for six runs from a delivery which rocketed up off the wicket. It got worse for the Netherlands in the 12th over. First Edwards was run out for 10 after a superb piece of fielding by South Africa skipper Aiden Markram. Then Nortje bagged another wicket three balls later after Teja Nidamanuru's leading edge flew all the way to deep third man into the hands of Heinrich Klaasen to make it 48-6. Sybrand Engelbrecht and Logan van Beek staged a fleeting fightback before falling to Baartman for 40 and 23 respectively as South Africa's bowlers reasserted themselves in the final overs.

T20 World Cup 2024: South Africa beat Netherlands by four wickets after early scare

<p>Australia continued their flawless run in the T20 World Cup in the early hours of Sunday (June 9) morning as they beat defending champions England by 36 runs in Barbados. The win which now sees Australia go to top of Group B also leaves England in a nasty situation, with two must-win games against Namibia and Oman in hand. The win was a collective effort by the Australian players as they target their second T20 World Cup in three years.</p>

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<h2><strong>Australia continue flawless show</strong></h2>

<p>Needing 202 runs to register their first win of the T20 World Cup, England made a bright start to their innings with Phillip Salt (37) and skipper Jos Buttler (42). They put together 73 runs for the opening wicket, but after their dismissal, England lost momentum and were restricted to 165/6 in their 20 overs. Moeen Ali (25), Harry Brook (20) and Liam Livingstone (15) showed resilience but could not convert starts into big innings as the Aussies manufactured their comfortable win.</p>

<p>Adam Zampa was the Player of the Match having ended with figures of 28/2 in his fours overs while skipper ODI skipper Pat Cummins also scalped two.</p>

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<h2><strong>What happened in Australia’s innings?</strong></h2>

<p>Asked to bat first, the pair of David Warner (39) and Travis Head (34) stitched a partnership of 70 runs for the opening wicket. However, both the batters departed in quick succession leaving Glenn Maxwell (28) and Marsh in the middle. Both the batters got starts and steered the Aussies towards a big total, but both were scalped in no time.</p>

<p>Marcus Stoinis (30), Tim David (11) and Matthew Wade (17) would then help Australia get to 201/7 in the 20 overs. Chris Jordan was the pick of the bowlers for England as he ended figures of 44/2 in his four overs. There were wickets for Mooen Ali, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid and Livingstone as England could not stop the Aussies from reaching 200.</p>

<p>Australia will next take on Namibia on Wednesday (June 12) where they can book their place in the Super Eight with a win before closing the group stage campaign against Scotland on Saturday (June 16). England on the other hand face Oman on Friday (June 14) before switching their attention to Namibia on next Saturday.</p>


Australia continued their flawless run in the T20 World Cup in the early hours of Sunday (June 9) morning as they beat defending champions England by 36 runs in Barbados.

Australia continued their flawless run in the T20 World Cup in the early hours of Sunday (June 9) morning as they beat defending champions England by 36 runs in Barbados. The win which now sees Australia go to top of Group B also leaves England in a nasty situation, with two must-win games against Namibia and Oman in hand. The win was a collective effort by the Australian players as they target their second T20 World Cup in three years. 🇦🇺 emerge victorious in Barbados 🔥 A clinical performance from the Aussies help them register their second #T20WorldCup 2024 win 👏#AUSvENG | 📝: https://t.co/4jiKfuHLhN pic.twitter.com/KzLXaDlNGD — ICC (@ICC) June 8, 2024 × Australia continue flawless show Needing 202 runs to register their first win of the T20 World Cup, England made a bright start to their innings with Phillip Salt (37) and skipper Jos Buttler (42). They put together 73 runs for the opening wicket, but after their dismissal, England lost momentum and were restricted to 165/6 in their 20 overs. Moeen Ali (25), Harry Brook (20) and Liam Livingstone (15) showed resilience but could not convert starts into big innings as the Aussies manufactured their comfortable win. Adam Zampa was the Player of the Match having ended with figures of 28/2 in his fours overs while skipper ODI skipper Pat Cummins also scalped two. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup 2024: Rashid Khan terms Afghanistan's win over New Zealand as 'one of the greatest' What happened in Australia’s innings? Asked to bat first, the pair of David Warner (39) and Travis Head (34) stitched a partnership of 70 runs for the opening wicket. However, both the batters departed in quick succession leaving Glenn Maxwell (28) and Marsh in the middle. Both the batters got starts and steered the Aussies towards a big total, but both were scalped in no time. Marcus Stoinis (30), Tim David (11) and Matthew Wade (17) would then help Australia get to 201/7 in the 20 overs. Chris Jordan was the pick of the bowlers for England as he ended figures of 44/2 in his four overs. There were wickets for Mooen Ali, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid and Livingstone as England could not stop the Aussies from reaching 200. Australia will next take on Namibia on Wednesday (June 12) where they can book their place in the Super Eight with a win before closing the group stage campaign against Scotland on Saturday (June 16). England on the other hand face Oman on Friday (June 14) before switching their attention to Namibia on next Saturday.

T20 World Cup 2024: Australia continue flawless run with comfortable win over England in Barbados

<p>Australia’s skipper Mitchell Marsh was seen in ecstatic form in the T20 World Cup on Saturday (June 8) as he made headlines for different reasons against arch-rivals England.</p>

<p>At the T20 World Cup clash between two World Cup champions (ODI and T20), Marsh broke the solar panel as he hit a massive six which left the internet stunned. He was applauded for his efforts while some reckoned he left his mark at the stadium during the match.</p>

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<h2><strong>Marsh makes his mark</strong></h2>

<p>On the fifth ball of the ninth over, Marsh pulled an Adil Rashid delivery for a massive six which went out of the stadium, on its way hitting the roof of the stadium. The stadium roof fitted with solar panels, however, was broken,&nbsp;illustrating&nbsp;the sheer power of the shot.</p>

<p>Before getting stumped by Jos Buttler in the 14th over, Marsh would score 35 runs off 25 balls on his captaincy debut in an ICC competition.</p>

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<h2><strong>What happened in Australia’s innings?</strong></h2>

<p>Asked to bat first, the pair of David Warner (39) and Travis Head (34) stitched a partnership of 70 runs for the opening wicket.</p>

<p>However, both the batters departed in quick succession, leaving Glenn Maxwell (28) and Marsh in the middle.</p>

<p>Both the batters got starts and steered the Aussies towards a big total, but both were scalped in no time.</p>

<p>Marcus Stoinis (30), Tim David (11) and Matthew Wade (17) would then help Australia get to 201/7 in the 20 overs.</p>

<p>Chris Jordan was the pick of the bowlers for England as he ended figures of 44/2 in his four overs.</p>

<p>There were wickets for Mooen Ali, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid and Livingstone as England could not stop the Aussies from reaching 200.</p>

<p>At the time of writing, England were 40/0 in four overs and needed 162 runs more to win from 16 overs.</p>

<p>Philip Salt (20) and Jos Buttler (16) were in the middle for the defending champions as they look to lay the foundation for their first win of the T20 World Cup.</p>


Australia’s skipper Mitchell Marsh was seen in ecstatic form in the T20 World Cup on Saturday (June 8) as he made headlines for different reasons against arch-rivals England.

Australia’s skipper Mitchell Marsh was seen in ecstatic form in the T20 World Cup on Saturday (June 8) as he made headlines for different reasons against arch-rivals England. At the T20 World Cup clash between two World Cup champions (ODI and T20), Marsh broke the solar panel as he hit a massive six which left the internet stunned. He was applauded for his efforts while some reckoned he left his mark at the stadium during the match. Mitchell Marsh 95 meter Six to adil Rashid and broke the Solar Panel of the Ground #DavidWarner #T20WorldCup2024 #Cricket #SBM #AUSvENG #AUSvsENG pic.twitter.com/9M3y6vRNxp — cricbyzee (@Cricbyzee22) June 8, 2024 × Marsh makes his mark On the fifth ball of the ninth over, Marsh pulled an Adil Rashid delivery for a massive six which went out of the stadium, on its way hitting the roof of the stadium. The stadium roof fitted with solar panels, however, was broken, illustrating the sheer power of the shot. Before getting stumped by Jos Buttler in the 14th over, Marsh would score 35 runs off 25 balls on his captaincy debut in an ICC competition. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup 2024: Rashid Khan terms Afghanistan's win over New Zealand as 'one of the greatest' What happened in Australia’s innings? Asked to bat first, the pair of David Warner (39) and Travis Head (34) stitched a partnership of 70 runs for the opening wicket. However, both the batters departed in quick succession, leaving Glenn Maxwell (28) and Marsh in the middle. Both the batters got starts and steered the Aussies towards a big total, but both were scalped in no time. Marcus Stoinis (30), Tim David (11) and Matthew Wade (17) would then help Australia get to 201/7 in the 20 overs. Chris Jordan was the pick of the bowlers for England as he ended figures of 44/2 in his four overs. There were wickets for Mooen Ali, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid and Livingstone as England could not stop the Aussies from reaching 200. At the time of writing, England were 40/0 in four overs and needed 162 runs more to win from 16 overs. Philip Salt (20) and Jos Buttler (16) were in the middle for the defending champions as they look to lay the foundation for their first win of the T20 World Cup.

T20 World Cup: Mitchell Marsh leaves his mark at Kensington Oval, breaks solar panel glass - WATCH

<p>Afghanistan’s star man Rashid Khan has termed his side’s win against New Zealand as one of the greatest as his team pulled out yet another upset in the ongoing T20 World Cup in the early hours of Saturday (June 8) morning. Afghanistan beat New Zealand by 84 runs and now sit a win away from reaching the next stage of the tournament. According to Rashid, it is one of the prominent wins for his team considering his side has rarely won big matches in the T20 edition of the World Cup.</p>

<h2><strong>Rashid terms win as greatest</strong></h2>

<p>"Definitely I think it's one of the greatest victories for us, especially in T20. You know we haven't had those victories in T20 World Cups. We had in ODI, but in T20 I feel like this was one of the best the performances by the guys, and it's not just about a single guy you know winning the game it's a great team effort the way Gurbaz and Ibrahim started the innings," Rashid said after Afghanistan’s historic victory.</p>

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<p>Having posted 159/6 in their 20 overs, the BlackCaps were bowled out for 75 inside 16 overs and Afghanistan registered an 84-run win at the Providence Stadium in Guyana. The win adds to the famous victory over Pakistan in the ODI World Cup in October which also helped them qualify for the 2025 Champions Trophy.</p>

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<p>Fazalhaq Farooqi (17/4) and Rashid (17/4) were the stars of the show for Afghanistan as they both ran riot with the ball. Interestingly, only two New Zealand batters - Glenn Phillips (18) and Matt Henry (12) got into double figures with Extras (10) being the next productive source of runs for the 2021 T20 World Cup runners-up.</p>

<p>The win also saw Afghanistan reach four points from two matches having earlier defeated debutants Uganda by 125 runs. With West Indies and Papua New Guinea to play in the remaining two matches of the T20 World Cup group stage, the Asian side needs only one more to reach the Super Eight&nbsp;stage.</p>


Afghanistan’s star man Rashid Khan has termed his side’s win against New Zealand as one of the greatest as his team pulled out yet another upset in the ongoing T20 World Cup in the early hours of Saturday (June 8) morning.

Afghanistan’s star man Rashid Khan has termed his side’s win against New Zealand as one of the greatest as his team pulled out yet another upset in the ongoing T20 World Cup in the early hours of Saturday (June 8) morning. Afghanistan beat New Zealand by 84 runs and now sit a win away from reaching the next stage of the tournament. According to Rashid, it is one of the prominent wins for his team considering his side has rarely won big matches in the T20 edition of the World Cup. Rashid terms win as greatest "Definitely I think it's one of the greatest victories for us, especially in T20. You know we haven't had those victories in T20 World Cups. We had in ODI, but in T20 I feel like this was one of the best the performances by the guys, and it's not just about a single guy you know winning the game it's a great team effort the way Gurbaz and Ibrahim started the innings," Rashid said after Afghanistan’s historic victory. Continuing his red-hot form at #T20WorldCup 2024 👌 Rahmanullah Gurbaz takes home the @aramco POTM award 🏅 pic.twitter.com/nXOjOasxAA — ICC (@ICC) June 8, 2024 × Having posted 159/6 in their 20 overs, the BlackCaps were bowled out for 75 inside 16 overs and Afghanistan registered an 84-run win at the Providence Stadium in Guyana. The win adds to the famous victory over Pakistan in the ODI World Cup in October which also helped them qualify for the 2025 Champions Trophy. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: Indians vs India in New York - USA's Netravalkar opens up on facing Men in Blue Fazalhaq Farooqi (17/4) and Rashid (17/4) were the stars of the show for Afghanistan as they both ran riot with the ball. Interestingly, only two New Zealand batters - Glenn Phillips (18) and Matt Henry (12) got into double figures with Extras (10) being the next productive source of runs for the 2021 T20 World Cup runners-up. The win also saw Afghanistan reach four points from two matches having earlier defeated debutants Uganda by 125 runs. With West Indies and Papua New Guinea to play in the remaining two matches of the T20 World Cup group stage, the Asian side needs only one more to reach the Super Eight stage.

T20 World Cup 2024: Rashid Khan terms Afghanistan's win over New Zealand as 'one of the greatest'

<p>Canada won their first match at any Twenty20 World Cup when they stunned Ireland by 12 runs in a Group A game in New York on Friday.</p>

<p>Defending a target of just 138, the non-Test nation bowled and fielded expertly to hold Ireland to 125-7 from their full 20 overs.</p>

<p>Ireland&nbsp;collapsed spectacularly to 59-6 and come the last five overs they still needed 64 more runs to win -- a rate of more than 12 an over.&nbsp;</p>

<p>George Dockrell (30 not out) and Mark Adair (34) reduced the target to 17 off the last six balls.</p>

<p>But Canada paceman Jeremy Gordon held his nerve superbly, conceding just three runs and dismissing Adair with the second ball of the 20th over when he held a skyed caught and bowled chance.</p>

<p>The 37-year-old Guyana-born Gordon finished with fine figures of 2-16 from his maximum four overs.</p>

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<p>Canada themselves had been struggling to 53-4 after losing the toss before a key stand of 75 in 10 overs between Barbados-born left-hander Nicholas Kirton (49) and Shreyas Movva (37) helped take them to a total of 137-7.</p>

<p>Victory meant Canada bounced back from an opening defeat by the USA.</p>

<p>But this result was Ireland's second successive loss at this tournament following an eight-wicket reverse against India.</p>


Canada won their first match at any Twenty20 World Cup when they stunned Ireland by 12 runs in a Group A game in New York on Friday. Defending a target of just 138, the non-Test nation bowled and fielded expertly to hold Ireland to 125-7 from their full 20 overs.

Canada won their first match at any Twenty20 World Cup when they stunned Ireland by 12 runs in a Group A game in New York on Friday. Defending a target of just 138, the non-Test nation bowled and fielded expertly to hold Ireland to 125-7 from their full 20 overs. Ireland collapsed spectacularly to 59-6 and come the last five overs they still needed 64 more runs to win -- a rate of more than 12 an over. George Dockrell (30 not out) and Mark Adair (34) reduced the target to 17 off the last six balls. But Canada paceman Jeremy Gordon held his nerve superbly, conceding just three runs and dismissing Adair with the second ball of the 20th over when he held a skyed caught and bowled chance. The 37-year-old Guyana-born Gordon finished with fine figures of 2-16 from his maximum four overs. ALSO READ | Explained: Why Pakistan’s loss to USA in T20 World Cup is good for cricket in America Canada themselves had been struggling to 53-4 after losing the toss before a key stand of 75 in 10 overs between Barbados-born left-hander Nicholas Kirton (49) and Shreyas Movva (37) helped take them to a total of 137-7. Victory meant Canada bounced back from an opening defeat by the USA. But this result was Ireland's second successive loss at this tournament following an eight-wicket reverse against India.

T20 World Cup: Canada stun Ireland by 12 runs to register maiden win

<p>The stage is set for India and Pakistan as the two giants of the world cricket lock horns in the T20 World Cup on Sunday (June 9). The contest which could decide the fate of Pakistan in the T20 World Cup will see the Men in Green enter Sunday's&nbsp;match&nbsp;knowing a defeat could see them face elimination from the tournament, having earlier lost to co-hosts USA on Thursday. So here are the permutations for Pakistan to reach the Super Eighth stage if they lose to India in New York on Sunday.</p>

<h2><strong>What is the current scenario?</strong></h2>

<p>As things stand, Pakistan’s defeat to USA has seen them lose out on valuable two points while India kick started the tournament with a win against Ireland. Babar Azam’s side can currently reach a maximum of six points but a defeat to India will see them reach only four points provided they beat both Canada and Ireland in their remaining two matches.</p>

<p>If Pakistan lose to India, they will need USA to lose to Ireland and India in their remaining two matches which restricts them to just four points. On the flip side, assuming Pakistan win their remaining two matches against Ireland and Canada by a significant margin it will come down to net run rate (NRR) where the 2009 champions will need to have better margin than the USA.</p>

<p>Also if India lose their remaining two matches to Canada and USA, they could also end with four points and will have to depend&nbsp;on the NRR to reach the next stage. However, considering their level of experience in world cricket losing to USA and Canada is almost unlikely.</p>

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<h2><strong>What could see Pakistan get eliminated from the T20 World Cup?</strong></h2>

<p>A defeat to India and a win for USA in their remaining two matches will see Pakistan miss out&nbsp;the next stage of the T20 World Cup. Here we also assume India will not lose to Canada and USA in their remaining two matches. USA are more likely to beat Ireland as they are yet to click&nbsp;in the T20 World Cup.&nbsp;A win against Ireland will see USA qualify&nbsp;even if Pakistan win their remaining two matches.</p>

<p>However, a win for Pakistan against India will help them&nbsp;reach the other stage of the game. While&nbsp;USA could go on the backfoot despite causing the upset of the decade after&nbsp;beating Babar Azam’e men.</p>


The stage is set for India and Pakistan as the two giants of the world cricket lock horns in the T20 World Cup on Sunday (June 9). The contest which could decide the fate of Pakistan in the T20 World Cup will see the Men in Green enter Sunday's match knowing a defeat could see them face elimination from the tournament, having earlier lost to co-hosts USA on Thursday.

The stage is set for India and Pakistan as the two giants of the world cricket lock horns in the T20 World Cup on Sunday (June 9). The contest which could decide the fate of Pakistan in the T20 World Cup will see the Men in Green enter Sunday's match knowing a defeat could see them face elimination from the tournament, having earlier lost to co-hosts USA on Thursday. So here are the permutations for Pakistan to reach the Super Eighth stage if they lose to India in New York on Sunday. What is the current scenario? As things stand, Pakistan’s defeat to USA has seen them lose out on valuable two points while India kick started the tournament with a win against Ireland. Babar Azam’s side can currently reach a maximum of six points but a defeat to India will see them reach only four points provided they beat both Canada and Ireland in their remaining two matches. If Pakistan lose to India, they will need USA to lose to Ireland and India in their remaining two matches which restricts them to just four points. On the flip side, assuming Pakistan win their remaining two matches against Ireland and Canada by a significant margin it will come down to net run rate (NRR) where the 2009 champions will need to have better margin than the USA. Also if India lose their remaining two matches to Canada and USA, they could also end with four points and will have to depend on the NRR to reach the next stage. However, considering their level of experience in world cricket losing to USA and Canada is almost unlikely. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: Indians vs India in New York - USA's Netravalkar opens up on facing Men in Blue What could see Pakistan get eliminated from the T20 World Cup? A defeat to India and a win for USA in their remaining two matches will see Pakistan miss out the next stage of the T20 World Cup. Here we also assume India will not lose to Canada and USA in their remaining two matches. USA are more likely to beat Ireland as they are yet to click in the T20 World Cup. A win against Ireland will see USA qualify even if Pakistan win their remaining two matches. However, a win for Pakistan against India will help them reach the other stage of the game. While USA could go on the backfoot despite causing the upset of the decade after beating Babar Azam’e men.

T20 World Cup: Can Pakistan qualify for Super Eight stage if they lose to India in New York? Here are details

The USA became the latest associate nation to beat Pakistan in the Cricket World Cup, this time in their home in Dallas, Texas.

Pakistan’s mighty fall at T20 World Cup

<p>It was an embarrassing day&nbsp;for Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2024 on Thursday (June 6) after they suffered a&nbsp;defeat to co-hosts USA in the Super Over. The match played in Dallas went down in the history books as one of the biggest upsets in the competition.&nbsp;However, that embarrassment could reach another level as Pakistan speedster Haris Rauf is accused of ball tampering by USA’s Rusty Theron.</p>

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<h2><strong>Theron accuses Rauf of ball tampering</strong></h2>

<p>Theron taking to microblogging site&nbsp;X (formerly Twitter) wrote: "@ICC are we just going to pretend Pakistan aren't scratching the hell out of this freshly changed ball? Reversing the ball that's just been changed 2 overs ago? You can literally see Harris Rauf running his thumbnail over the ball at the top of his mark. @usacricket #PakvsUSA."</p>

<p>Theron, a veteran in USA cricket accused Rauf of tempering the ball having observed the Pakistan bowler use his nails to change the dimension of the seam. However, the accusations are yet to be investigated and there was no official word from the ICC. Now that the incident is in the limelight it will be interesting to see whether the ICC will take any action against the player before the high-profile contest against India on Sunday.</p>

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<h2><strong>What happened in the match?</strong></h2>

<p>Defending 159 against the USA, Pakistan’s star-studded bowling line-up could not shut the co-host's batting. USA needing five runs of the final ball of their innings scored a four taking the match to Super Over. The match was then settled in the Super Over where Mohammad Amir gave away eight runs in extra while USA defended 18.</p>

<p>During the initial 20 overs, a combined team effort saw the USA register a win as Indian-origin skipper Monank Patel scored 50 runs while Andries Gous (35 off 26) and Aaron Jones (unbeaten 36) made valuable additions.</p>

<p>Pakistan’s defeat to the USA has now seen them attract wide criticism from former players and could face group-stage elimination if the results go against them. They are next in action on Sunday when they take on India in a high-voltage clash in New York.</p>


It was an embarrassing day for Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2024 on Thursday (June 6) after they suffered a defeat to co-hosts USA in the Super Over. The match played in Dallas went down in the history books as one of the biggest upsets in the competition.

It was an embarrassing day for Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2024 on Thursday (June 6) after they suffered a defeat to co-hosts USA in the Super Over. The match played in Dallas went down in the history books as one of the biggest upsets in the competition. However, that embarrassment could reach another level as Pakistan speedster Haris Rauf is accused of ball tampering by USA’s Rusty Theron. @ICC are we just going to pretend Pakistan aren't scratching the hell out of this freshly changed ball? Reversing the ball that's just been changed 2 overs ago? You can literally see Harris Rauf running his thumb nail over the ball at the top of his mark. @usacricket #PakvsUSA — Rusty Theron (@RustyTheron) June 6, 2024 × Theron accuses Rauf of ball tampering Theron taking to microblogging site X (formerly Twitter) wrote: "@ICC are we just going to pretend Pakistan aren't scratching the hell out of this freshly changed ball? Reversing the ball that's just been changed 2 overs ago? You can literally see Harris Rauf running his thumbnail over the ball at the top of his mark. @usacricket #PakvsUSA." Theron, a veteran in USA cricket accused Rauf of tempering the ball having observed the Pakistan bowler use his nails to change the dimension of the seam. However, the accusations are yet to be investigated and there was no official word from the ICC. Now that the incident is in the limelight it will be interesting to see whether the ICC will take any action against the player before the high-profile contest against India on Sunday. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: Babar Azam rues collective failure for Pakistan's shocking loss to USA What happened in the match? Defending 159 against the USA, Pakistan’s star-studded bowling line-up could not shut the co-host's batting. USA needing five runs of the final ball of their innings scored a four taking the match to Super Over. The match was then settled in the Super Over where Mohammad Amir gave away eight runs in extra while USA defended 18. During the initial 20 overs, a combined team effort saw the USA register a win as Indian-origin skipper Monank Patel scored 50 runs while Andries Gous (35 off 26) and Aaron Jones (unbeaten 36) made valuable additions. Pakistan’s defeat to the USA has now seen them attract wide criticism from former players and could face group-stage elimination if the results go against them. They are next in action on Sunday when they take on India in a high-voltage clash in New York.

T20 World Cup 2024: Pakistan speedster Haris Rauf accused of 'ball tampering' in embarrassing defeat to USA

<p>Oracle, the computer software company, congratulated USA pacer Saurabh Netravalkar after his bowling heroics propelled his side to a stunning win over Pakistan in match 11 of the 2024 T20 World Cup, being held in the West Indies and the USA, on Thursday (local time). Netravalkar made&nbsp;headlines before the mega event when his LinkedIn profile went viral and a colleague of his revealed that he was working with him at Oracle. Notably, Netravalkar represented India in the 2010 U-19 World Cup before moving to the States to study and found a job in Oracle.</p>

<p>Talking about USA's win, Monank Patel &amp; Co. rode on Netravalkar's 2 for 18 and left-arm pacer Nosthush Kenjige's 3 for 30 to restrict Pakistan to 159 for 7. In reply, USA tied the game, scoring&nbsp;159 for 3, riding on their captain's 50 and vice-captain Aaron Jones' 36 not out.</p>

<p>In the Super Over, it was Netravalkar who held his nerves to restrict Pakistan to 13 for 1 after they were asked to chase 19 in the final six balls. Thus, Oracle left a heartfelt message for their employee.</p>

<p>"Congrats @USACricket on a historic result! Proud of the team and our very own engineering and cricket star @Saurabh_Netra," said Oracle.</p>

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<p>After the game, USA captain Monank said, at the&nbsp;Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas,&nbsp;"Winning the toss and the way we bowled in the first 6 overs, we took wickets and kept them quiet. We knew they will take chances after their partnership. We knew we were in the game with 160 to chase, just needed a partnership. Playing in a World Cup, you don’t get a chance to do it every year. We were fully committed every single ball."</p>

<p>USA are at the top of Group A, also comprising India, Canada and Ireland, after two successive wins in the 20-nation tournament. Meanwhile, Pakistan will now gear up to face arch-rivals India on Sunday (June 9) in New York.</p>


Oracle, the computer software company, congratulated USA pacer Saurabh Netravalkar after his bowling heroics propelled his side to a stunning win over Pakistan in match 11 of the 2024 T20 World Cup, being held in the West Indies and the USA, on Thursday (local time).

Oracle, the computer software company, congratulated USA pacer Saurabh Netravalkar after his bowling heroics propelled his side to a stunning win over Pakistan in match 11 of the 2024 T20 World Cup, being held in the West Indies and the USA, on Thursday (local time). Netravalkar made headlines before the mega event when his LinkedIn profile went viral and a colleague of his revealed that he was working with him at Oracle. Notably, Netravalkar represented India in the 2010 U-19 World Cup before moving to the States to study and found a job in Oracle. Talking about USA's win, Monank Patel & Co. rode on Netravalkar's 2 for 18 and left-arm pacer Nosthush Kenjige's 3 for 30 to restrict Pakistan to 159 for 7. In reply, USA tied the game, scoring 159 for 3, riding on their captain's 50 and vice-captain Aaron Jones' 36 not out. In the Super Over, it was Netravalkar who held his nerves to restrict Pakistan to 13 for 1 after they were asked to chase 19 in the final six balls. Thus, Oracle left a heartfelt message for their employee. "Congrats @USACricket on a historic result! Proud of the team and our very own engineering and cricket star @Saurabh_Netra," said Oracle. Congrats @USACricket on a historic result! Proud of the team and our very own engineering and cricket star @Saurabh_Netra #T20WorldCup https://t.co/adk6OZLide — Oracle (@Oracle) June 7, 2024 × Also read: Never deserved to win - Shoaib Akhtar 'hurt' after USA pull off stunning win vs Pakistan in T20 World Cup After the game, USA captain Monank said, at the Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas, "Winning the toss and the way we bowled in the first 6 overs, we took wickets and kept them quiet. We knew they will take chances after their partnership. We knew we were in the game with 160 to chase, just needed a partnership. Playing in a World Cup, you don’t get a chance to do it every year. We were fully committed every single ball." USA are at the top of Group A, also comprising India, Canada and Ireland, after two successive wins in the 20-nation tournament. Meanwhile, Pakistan will now gear up to face arch-rivals India on Sunday (June 9) in New York.

T20 World Cup: Oracle congratulates 'engineering, cricket star' Saurabh Netravalkar after USA stun Pakistan

<p>USA defeated Pakistan in a thrilling Super Over clash in match 11 of the T20 World Cup, being held in USA and West Indies. India-born&nbsp;Saurabh Netravalkar was the star of the show, as he halted Pakistan's run chase in the Super Over to hand his team a memorable win. As soon as the last ball was bowled, his teammates rejoiced and hugged&nbsp;Saurabh. However,&nbsp;Saurabh didn't break into any wild&nbsp;celebratory gestures and maintained a calm grin.</p>

<p>At the&nbsp;Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas, Babar Azam &amp; Co. were asked to bat first and the Men in Green posted 159 for 7, after struggling in the first ten overs. In reply, USA tied the game, managing&nbsp;159/3. In the Super Over, pacer&nbsp;Netravalkar held his nerves to defend USA's score of 18/1 as Pakistan only managed 13, with the loss of a wicket, to lose by five runs.</p>

<p>Talking about the Super Over, USA piled up 18 in six balls, bowled by an erratic Mohammad Amir (who had a good outing during the run-chase, with 1 for 25). In reply, Pakistan gave themselves a chance with Fakhar Zaman and Iftikhar Ahmed coming out to bat but&nbsp;Netravalkar -- with match figures of 2 for 18 -- took USA to a historic win. <strong>Here is the clip of USA's winning moment (shared by a fan on X):</strong></p>

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<p>Asked to bat first, Pakistan lost Mohammad Rizwan,&nbsp;Usman Khan and Zaman early as&nbsp;Netravalkar and left-arm spinner&nbsp;Nosthush Kenjige made a fine start with the ball. Skipper Babar (43-ball 44) and Shadab Khan (40) added 72 for the fourth-wicket to revive their innings. In the end, Iftikhar and Shaheen Afridi's finishing acts propelled the 2009 winners to a competitive 159 for 7.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, USA batters looked determined to chase down the score. Skipper Monank Patel held one end and added 36 runs with his opening partner Steven Taylor before putting on another 68 with&nbsp;Andries Gous (35). While the two were back in the hut before the death overs, vice-captain Aaron Jones' 36 not out ensured the game went into the Super Over. Amir and Naseem Shah were economical and chipped in with a wicket each, however, Pakistan's sloppy fielding and erratic bowling -- especially in the Super Over -- led to their shocking loss.</p>


USA defeated Pakistan in a thrilling Super Over clash in match 11 of the T20 World Cup, being held in USA and West Indies. India-born Saurabh Netravalkar was the star of the show, as he halted Pakistan's run chase in the Super Over to hand his team a memorable win.

USA defeated Pakistan in a thrilling Super Over clash in match 11 of the T20 World Cup, being held in USA and West Indies. India-born Saurabh Netravalkar was the star of the show, as he halted Pakistan's run chase in the Super Over to hand his team a memorable win. As soon as the last ball was bowled, his teammates rejoiced and hugged Saurabh. However, Saurabh didn't break into any wild celebratory gestures and maintained a calm grin. At the Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas, Babar Azam & Co. were asked to bat first and the Men in Green posted 159 for 7, after struggling in the first ten overs. In reply, USA tied the game, managing 159/3. In the Super Over, pacer Netravalkar held his nerves to defend USA's score of 18/1 as Pakistan only managed 13, with the loss of a wicket, to lose by five runs. Talking about the Super Over, USA piled up 18 in six balls, bowled by an erratic Mohammad Amir (who had a good outing during the run-chase, with 1 for 25). In reply, Pakistan gave themselves a chance with Fakhar Zaman and Iftikhar Ahmed coming out to bat but Netravalkar -- with match figures of 2 for 18 -- took USA to a historic win. Here is the clip of USA's winning moment (shared by a fan on X): The celebrations in Bangladesh on USA's victory against Pakistan. pic.twitter.com/zq8maeAEbT — Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) June 7, 2024 × Also read: 'Pakistan lose to India H1B': Netizens hilariously troll Babar Azam & Co after T20 WC loss vs USA Asked to bat first, Pakistan lost Mohammad Rizwan, Usman Khan and Zaman early as Netravalkar and left-arm spinner Nosthush Kenjige made a fine start with the ball. Skipper Babar (43-ball 44) and Shadab Khan (40) added 72 for the fourth-wicket to revive their innings. In the end, Iftikhar and Shaheen Afridi's finishing acts propelled the 2009 winners to a competitive 159 for 7. However, USA batters looked determined to chase down the score. Skipper Monank Patel held one end and added 36 runs with his opening partner Steven Taylor before putting on another 68 with Andries Gous (35). While the two were back in the hut before the death overs, vice-captain Aaron Jones' 36 not out ensured the game went into the Super Over. Amir and Naseem Shah were economical and chipped in with a wicket each, however, Pakistan's sloppy fielding and erratic bowling -- especially in the Super Over -- led to their shocking loss.

T20 WC: Saurabh Netravalkar calmly grins as USA record HISTORIC win against Pakistan - Watch

<p>USA stunned Pakistan in a Super Over thriller in match 11 of the 2024 T20 World Cup, at Dallas, on Thursday (June 6). Opting to bowl first, Monank Patel-led USA rode on left-arm spinner Nosthush Kenjige and&nbsp;Saurabh Netravalkar's early strikes to dent Babar Azam-led Pakistan. While Shadab Khan's 40, captain Babar's 43-ball 44 and finishing cameos from Iftikhar Ahmed and Shaheen Afridi took Pakistan to 159/7, USA tied the game -- despite economical spells from Mohammad Amir and Naseem Shah -- courtesy of captain Monank's 50 and vice-captain Aaron Jones' vital 26-ball 36*.</p>

<p>In the Super Over,&nbsp;&nbsp;Amir conceded 18 runs before Pakistan batters only managed 13/1 to lose their tournament opener. USA pacer Netravalkar kept his calm to bowl a fantastic final six balls and take his side home. With this win, the co-hosts are now at the top in Group A with two successive wins, having already beaten Canada in the first game of the 20-nation competition.</p>

<p>Following the shocking result, netizens hilariously trolled Pakistan cricket for their sloppy performance versus an associate nation. Even in the previous T20 WC, Pakistan had lost to Zimbabwe in the group stage. <strong>Here are some of the reactions:</strong></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">FREAKINGGGGG CRAZZYYYY!! USA WONNNNNNNNNNNNNN. STUPID CRICKET BY PAKISTAN. I’M SOOOO HAPPPPPPYYYY FOR THE US.😭😭❤️</p>
— Bhawana (@bhawnakohli5) <a href="https://twitter.com/bhawnakohli5/status/1798804066199322858?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 6, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Pakistan lose to India H1B</p>
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<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/t20-world-cup-2024-usa-spring-huge-surprise-beat-listless-pakistan-in-super-over-729505">T20 World Cup 2024: USA spring HUGE SURPRISE, beat listless Pakistan in Super Over</a></strong></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="qme"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PakvsUSA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PakvsUSA</a> <a href="https://t.co/Xzw0YenuOR">pic.twitter.com/Xzw0YenuOR</a></p>
— Shivani (@meme_ki_diwani) <a href="https://twitter.com/meme_ki_diwani/status/1798807011754393948?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 6, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="tl">Hehehe 😹👍<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PakvsUSA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PakvsUSA</a> <a href="https://t.co/QV5EYLFJYE">pic.twitter.com/QV5EYLFJYE</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">When Americans came to know that they have a Cricket team and it defeated Pakistan in a World Cup match.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PAKvsUSA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PAKvsUSA</a> <a href="https://t.co/kn5V6bCRJS">pic.twitter.com/kn5V6bCRJS</a></p>
— Krishna (@Atheist_Krishna) <a href="https://twitter.com/Atheist_Krishna/status/1798804704392253681?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 6, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p><strong>Here are how some of the former cricketers reacted to USA's famous win:</strong></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Now that’s how to grow the game in the states … 👍👍👍</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I thought it was Pakistan v USA but it ended up being Panicstan v USA. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PakvsUSA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PakvsUSA</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20worldcup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20worldcup</a></p>
— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) <a href="https://twitter.com/WasimJaffer14/status/1798804548863340636?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 6, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Pakistan are an immensely talented team but when all forces are pulling in different directions you end up with sheer panic and finger pointing. Today, case in point. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PAKvUSA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PAKvUSA</a></p>
— Tom Moody (@TomMoodyCricket) <a href="https://twitter.com/TomMoodyCricket/status/1798818869202878622?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 6, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<h2><strong>'You have got one team like USA reaching Mt. Everest while Pakistan have really hit rock bottom'</strong></h2>

<p>After the match, former Indian cricketer-turned-commentator Sanjay Manjrekar said on Star Sports, "So early to reach such a peak as far as international cricket is concerned, winning this game. You have got one team like USA reaching Mt. Everest while Pakistan have really hit rock bottom. I have not seen a worse performance from Pakistan. This is not just about the defeat. The review, the Super Over from Mohammad Amir, the misfields when the pressure was on. It hurts me to see this because when I played against Pakistan they were world champions, they have hit rock bottom now," Sanjay Manjrekar said.</p>

<p>Babar-led Pakistan will like to move past this game soon as they take on arch-rivals India, in New York, on Sunday (June 9) in their next outing at the ongoing&nbsp;T20 WC.</p>


USA stunned Pakistan in a Super Over thriller in match 11 of the 2024 T20 World Cup, at Dallas, on Thursday (June 6). Opting to bowl first, Monank Patel-led USA rode on left-arm spinner Nosthush Kenjige and Saurabh Netravalkar's early strikes to dent Babar Azam-led Pakistan.

USA stunned Pakistan in a Super Over thriller in match 11 of the 2024 T20 World Cup, at Dallas, on Thursday (June 6). Opting to bowl first, Monank Patel-led USA rode on left-arm spinner Nosthush Kenjige and Saurabh Netravalkar's early strikes to dent Babar Azam-led Pakistan. While Shadab Khan's 40, captain Babar's 43-ball 44 and finishing cameos from Iftikhar Ahmed and Shaheen Afridi took Pakistan to 159/7, USA tied the game -- despite economical spells from Mohammad Amir and Naseem Shah -- courtesy of captain Monank's 50 and vice-captain Aaron Jones' vital 26-ball 36*. In the Super Over, Amir conceded 18 runs before Pakistan batters only managed 13/1 to lose their tournament opener. USA pacer Netravalkar kept his calm to bowl a fantastic final six balls and take his side home. With this win, the co-hosts are now at the top in Group A with two successive wins, having already beaten Canada in the first game of the 20-nation competition. Following the shocking result, netizens hilariously trolled Pakistan cricket for their sloppy performance versus an associate nation. Even in the previous T20 WC, Pakistan had lost to Zimbabwe in the group stage. Here are some of the reactions: Pakistan cricket team, we cricket fans are indebted for the entertainment you give us when the tournament is hopeless. — arfan (@Im__Arfan) June 6, 2024 × FREAKINGGGGG CRAZZYYYY!! USA WONNNNNNNNNNNNNN. STUPID CRICKET BY PAKISTAN. I’M SOOOO HAPPPPPPYYYY FOR THE US.😭😭❤️ — Bhawana (@bhawnakohli5) June 6, 2024 × World Cup update Pakistan lose to India H1B — Nitin Sundar🎙️✒️🎦 (@knittins) June 6, 2024 × Also read: T20 World Cup 2024: USA spring HUGE SURPRISE, beat listless Pakistan in Super Over #PakvsUSA pic.twitter.com/Xzw0YenuOR — Shivani (@meme_ki_diwani) June 6, 2024 × Hehehe 😹👍#PakvsUSA pic.twitter.com/QV5EYLFJYE — Wellu (@Wellutwt) June 6, 2024 × When Americans came to know that they have a Cricket team and it defeated Pakistan in a World Cup match.#PAKvsUSA pic.twitter.com/kn5V6bCRJS — Krishna (@Atheist_Krishna) June 6, 2024 × Here are how some of the former cricketers reacted to USA's famous win: Now that’s how to grow the game in the states … 👍👍👍 — Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) June 6, 2024 × I thought it was Pakistan v USA but it ended up being Panicstan v USA. #PakvsUSA #T20worldcup — Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) June 6, 2024 × Pakistan are an immensely talented team but when all forces are pulling in different directions you end up with sheer panic and finger pointing. Today, case in point. #PAKvUSA — Tom Moody (@TomMoodyCricket) June 6, 2024 × 'You have got one team like USA reaching Mt. Everest while Pakistan have really hit rock bottom' After the match, former Indian cricketer-turned-commentator Sanjay Manjrekar said on Star Sports, "So early to reach such a peak as far as international cricket is concerned, winning this game. You have got one team like USA reaching Mt. Everest while Pakistan have really hit rock bottom. I have not seen a worse performance from Pakistan. This is not just about the defeat. The review, the Super Over from Mohammad Amir, the misfields when the pressure was on. It hurts me to see this because when I played against Pakistan they were world champions, they have hit rock bottom now," Sanjay Manjrekar said. Babar-led Pakistan will like to move past this game soon as they take on arch-rivals India, in New York, on Sunday (June 9) in their next outing at the ongoing T20 WC.

'Pakistan lose to India H1B': Netizens hilariously troll Babar Azam & Co after T20 WC loss vs USA

<p>USA stunned Pakistan in a thrilling Super Over win in match 11 of the 2024 T20 World Cup, which is being held in the West Indies and USA. Babar Azam-led Pakistan, who kickstarted their campaign at the mega event on Thursday (June 6) at the&nbsp;Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas,&nbsp;were sloppy with the ball and on the field as USA&nbsp;took&nbsp;the 160-run chase to the Super Over.&nbsp;The co-hosts&nbsp;made 18/1 and conceded only 13, taking a wicket, to cause a huge upset.</p>

<p>Talking about the contest, USA captain Monank Patel won the toss and elected to bowl first. On a tricky pitch, Pakistan lost&nbsp;Mohammad Rizwan, Usman Khan and Fakhar Zaman inside the powerplays. Left-arm spinner Nosthush Kenjige and pacer Saurabh Netravalkar made early inroads as Pakistan were struggling at 26-3. Shadab Khan, at No. 5, tried to accelerate and made a useful 25-ball 40 whereas captain Babar played the anchor's role. Their partnership took Pakistan out of trouble but&nbsp;Kenjige removed Shadab and Azam Khan soon, with the latter falling for a golden duck.</p>

<p>Babar, too, was trapped lbw for a 43-ball 44 (striking at only 102.33) with medium-pacer Jasdeep Singh dismissing him. Iftikhar Ahmed (14-ball 18) and Shaheen Afridi (16-ball 24) took Men in Green to a competitive 159/7. However, a poor start and disciplined bowling from USA prevented the last edition's runners-up from posting anything over 175.</p>

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<p>In reply, USA&nbsp;looked determined to make a statement. Openers Steven Taylor and Monank added 36 for the first wicket before Naseem Shah removed the former. Skipper Monank (50) added a fine 68 for the second-wicket with Andries Gous (35) as Pakistani bowlers were erratic whereas their fielding was below-par.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While the two departed before the death overs, Aaron Jones -- who was USA's hero versus Canada with an unbeaten 94 -- remained&nbsp;not out on 36&nbsp;and Nitish Kumar contributed with a run-a-ball 14 to tie the game; at 159 for 3.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the Super Over, the co-hosts&nbsp;rode on Mohammad Amir's poor bowling (who was economical during the run-chase, with figures of 1&nbsp;for 25)&nbsp;to post 18 for 1. In reply,&nbsp;Netravalkar held his nerves and conceded only 13, also removing Iftikhar, to restrict Pakistan for 13/1 and take his side to a famous win.</p>

<p>USA now have two wins on the trot in the 20-nation tournament. Meanwhile, Pakistan will like to forget this game soon as they take on India in their next outing, in New York, on Sunday (June 9).</p>


USA stunned Pakistan in a thrilling Super Over win in match 11 of the 2024 T20 World Cup, which is being held in the West Indies and USA. Babar Azam-led Pakistan, who kickstarted their campaign at the mega event on Thursday (June 6) at the Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas, were sloppy with the ball and on the field as USA took the 160-run chase to the Super Over.

USA stunned Pakistan in a thrilling Super Over win in match 11 of the 2024 T20 World Cup, which is being held in the West Indies and USA. Babar Azam-led Pakistan, who kickstarted their campaign at the mega event on Thursday (June 6) at the Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas, were sloppy with the ball and on the field as USA took the 160-run chase to the Super Over. The co-hosts made 18/1 and conceded only 13, taking a wicket, to cause a huge upset. Talking about the contest, USA captain Monank Patel won the toss and elected to bowl first. On a tricky pitch, Pakistan lost Mohammad Rizwan, Usman Khan and Fakhar Zaman inside the powerplays. Left-arm spinner Nosthush Kenjige and pacer Saurabh Netravalkar made early inroads as Pakistan were struggling at 26-3. Shadab Khan, at No. 5, tried to accelerate and made a useful 25-ball 40 whereas captain Babar played the anchor's role. Their partnership took Pakistan out of trouble but Kenjige removed Shadab and Azam Khan soon, with the latter falling for a golden duck. Babar, too, was trapped lbw for a 43-ball 44 (striking at only 102.33) with medium-pacer Jasdeep Singh dismissing him. Iftikhar Ahmed (14-ball 18) and Shaheen Afridi (16-ball 24) took Men in Green to a competitive 159/7. However, a poor start and disciplined bowling from USA prevented the last edition's runners-up from posting anything over 175. Also read: T20 WC: Pakistan legend hypes India ahead of showdown clash in New York; rings warning bells for Babar Azam In reply, USA looked determined to make a statement. Openers Steven Taylor and Monank added 36 for the first wicket before Naseem Shah removed the former. Skipper Monank (50) added a fine 68 for the second-wicket with Andries Gous (35) as Pakistani bowlers were erratic whereas their fielding was below-par. While the two departed before the death overs, Aaron Jones -- who was USA's hero versus Canada with an unbeaten 94 -- remained not out on 36 and Nitish Kumar contributed with a run-a-ball 14 to tie the game; at 159 for 3. In the Super Over, the co-hosts rode on Mohammad Amir's poor bowling (who was economical during the run-chase, with figures of 1 for 25) to post 18 for 1. In reply, Netravalkar held his nerves and conceded only 13, also removing Iftikhar, to restrict Pakistan for 13/1 and take his side to a famous win. USA now have two wins on the trot in the 20-nation tournament. Meanwhile, Pakistan will like to forget this game soon as they take on India in their next outing, in New York, on Sunday (June 9).

T20 World Cup 2024: USA spring HUGE SURPRISE, beat listless Pakistan in Super Over

<p>Monank Patel-led USA stunned Pakistan in a Super Over thriller in match 11 of the 2024 T20 World Cup on Thursday (local time). Playing at the Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas, Babar Azam-led Pakistan lost the game in the Super Over; failing to chase down 19. Following this shocking loss, former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar is 'hurt' and stated that Babar &amp; Co. didn't 'deserve to win'.</p>

<p>Akhtar, also known as the Rawalpindi Express, is very active on social media platform X (earlier known as Twitter). He shared a video after Pakistan's loss where he&nbsp;stated, "Disappointing loss for Pakistan. We are not off to a good start, losing to USA. We repeated history, like we did against Bangladesh in the 1999 World Cup. Unfortunately, Pakistan never deserved to win. The reason is that USA played very well and were in a commanding position."</p>

<p>Akhtar further added, "[Mohammad] Amir saved the match. He and Shaheen [Shah Afridi] tried. They [US] won 37 overs of the contest, if we look at the overall picture. Unfortunately, we couldn't pull it off."</p>

<p><strong>Here is the clip:</strong></p>

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<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/t20-wc-saurabh-netravalkar-keeps-calm-as-usa-script-history-with-historic-win-vs-pakistan-watch-729541">T20 WC: Saurabh Netravalkar calmly grins as USA record HISTORIC win against Pakistan - Watch</a></strong></p>

<p>Talking about the contest, Babar-led Pakistan were asked to bat first and struggled to get going due to early setbacks and tight bowling from USA (led by pacer Saurabh Netravalkar and left-arm orthodox Nosthush Kenjige). While Shadab Khan's 25-ball 40 and cameos from Iftikhar Ahmed and Shaheen Afridi propelled Pakistan to 159/7, USA tied the game, posting 159/3, courtesy of their captain Monank's 50,&nbsp;Andries Gous (35) and vice-captain Aaron Jones' 36*.</p>

<p>In the Super Over, Mohammad Amir -- who was economical with match figures of 1 for 25 -- leaked 18 runs before&nbsp;Netravalkar bowled an excellent final six balls to restrict Pakistan to 13/1.</p>

<p>In the 2022 T20 WC, Pakistan lost to Zimbabwe in the group stage and were also beaten by Afghanistan in the 2023 ODI WC. In the run-up to this T20 WC, they also lost a T20I versus&nbsp;Ireland. Thus, the Men in Green have a huge task to revive before their next outing, where they face arch-rivals India in New York on Sunday (June 9).</p>


Monank Patel-led USA stunned Pakistan in a Super Over thriller in match 11 of the 2024 T20 World Cup on Thursday (local time). Playing at the Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas, Babar Azam-led Pakistan lost the game in the Super Over; failing to chase down 19.

Monank Patel-led USA stunned Pakistan in a Super Over thriller in match 11 of the 2024 T20 World Cup on Thursday (local time). Playing at the Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas, Babar Azam-led Pakistan lost the game in the Super Over; failing to chase down 19. Following this shocking loss, former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar is 'hurt' and stated that Babar & Co. didn't 'deserve to win'. Akhtar, also known as the Rawalpindi Express, is very active on social media platform X (earlier known as Twitter). He shared a video after Pakistan's loss where he stated, "Disappointing loss for Pakistan. We are not off to a good start, losing to USA. We repeated history, like we did against Bangladesh in the 1999 World Cup. Unfortunately, Pakistan never deserved to win. The reason is that USA played very well and were in a commanding position." Akhtar further added, "[Mohammad] Amir saved the match. He and Shaheen [Shah Afridi] tried. They [US] won 37 overs of the contest, if we look at the overall picture. Unfortunately, we couldn't pull it off." Here is the clip: Hurt & disappointed. #pakvsusa pic.twitter.com/PfQkk6qQ09 — Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) June 6, 2024 × Also read: T20 WC: Saurabh Netravalkar calmly grins as USA record HISTORIC win against Pakistan - Watch Talking about the contest, Babar-led Pakistan were asked to bat first and struggled to get going due to early setbacks and tight bowling from USA (led by pacer Saurabh Netravalkar and left-arm orthodox Nosthush Kenjige). While Shadab Khan's 25-ball 40 and cameos from Iftikhar Ahmed and Shaheen Afridi propelled Pakistan to 159/7, USA tied the game, posting 159/3, courtesy of their captain Monank's 50, Andries Gous (35) and vice-captain Aaron Jones' 36*. In the Super Over, Mohammad Amir -- who was economical with match figures of 1 for 25 -- leaked 18 runs before Netravalkar bowled an excellent final six balls to restrict Pakistan to 13/1. In the 2022 T20 WC, Pakistan lost to Zimbabwe in the group stage and were also beaten by Afghanistan in the 2023 ODI WC. In the run-up to this T20 WC, they also lost a T20I versus Ireland. Thus, the Men in Green have a huge task to revive before their next outing, where they face arch-rivals India in New York on Sunday (June 9).

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