Pakistan Dominates
NEW YORK: In the highly anticipated clash at the T20 World Cup 2024, Pakistan’s pacers showcased their prowess, containing India to a modest total of 119 runs at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium.
Despite the expectations riding high on Rohit Sharma and his team, they faltered, succumbing to the pressure of Pakistan’s bowling attack, eventually being bowled out in the 18th over of the innings.
Pakistan’s dominance began early, with the opening pair of Virat Kohli and skipper Rohit Sharma falling victim to the relentless bowling attack shortly after the match resumed following a brief rain delay.
Naseem Shah made a significant contribution, dismissing Axar Patel, while Mohammad Amir further tightened the grip by claiming the wicket of Suryakumar Yadav.
Shivam Dube’s brief stint at the crease was short-lived, adding to India’s woes, before Mohammad Amir attempted a hat-trick with the dismissal of Ravindra Jadeja.
Rishabh Pant’s valiant effort, scoring 42 off 31 balls, provided some resistance, but the Indian tailenders struggled to cope with Pakistan’s relentless pressure, leading to quick wickets towards the end of the innings.
Having won the toss, Pakistan opted to field first, putting India to bat in this highly anticipated encounter.
The rivalry between the two cricketing giants added an extra layer of excitement to the match, making it one of the most-watched events globally.
In terms of squads, Pakistan’s lineup featured Babar Azam leading the charge, supported by a talented roster including Mohammad Rizwan, Shadab Khan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi among others.
On the other hand, India’s team, led by Rohit Sharma, boasted star players like Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, and Jasprit Bumrah, aiming to assert their dominance in this fiercely contested battle.
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