ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024: Weekly moments in videos and pictures (week 1) - Cricket Winner
Catch up on the latest highlights from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, including thrilling matches like India vs Pakistan, Sri Lanka vs South Africa, and more.
| June 10, 2024 at 5:22 PM
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The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 delivered an action-packed week filled with thrilling encounters and memorable moments. From Oman facing Namibia to the highly anticipated India vs Pakistan clash, fans witnessed top-tier cricket from teams around the globe. Key performances and nail-biting finishes defined this week’s matches, showcasing the best of T20 cricket.
Oman vs Namibia
In the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, the thrilling match between Oman and Namibia ended in a tie, with Namibia clinching victory in the Super Over. David Wiese, the Player of the Match, impressed with 3 wickets for 28 runs. Namibia’s Zane Green set a new record for most ducks (4) in T20Is for Namibia. Gerhard Erasmus led his team to Super Over victory, while Mehran Khan’s spell almost defended Oman’s total of 109 runs. MVPs were Mehran Khan and Ruben Trumpelmann.
Sri Lanka vs South Africa
In a Group D match at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York, Sri Lanka was bowled out for low score of 77 runs in 19.1 overs. South Africa chased the target, scoring 80 for 4 in 16.2 overs, winning by six wickets. Anrich Nortje was named Player of the Match for his 4 wickets for 7 runs. Quinton de Kock top-scored with 20 runs, while Wanindu Hasaranga took 2 wickets for Sri Lanka. The match, played on drop-in pitches, marked a historic moment for cricket in New York.
PNG vs Uganda
In the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, Uganda secured their first-ever win by defeating Papua New Guinea (PNG) in a low-scoring thriller on June 5 at Providence, Guyana. PNG, bowled out for their lowest T20I score of 77, struggled against Uganda’s bowlers, with Frank Nsubuga delivering an economical spell of 4-2-4-2. Despite early setbacks, Uganda reached 78 for 7 in the 19th over, led by Riazat Ali Shah’s crucial 33 off 56 balls, marking a historic victory.
USA vs Pakistan
During the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, the USA co-hosts pulled off a sensational upset by defeating cricketing giants Pakistan in a thrilling encounter. Both teams ended their allotted overs tied at 159 runs, leading to a nail-biting super over where the USA emerged victorious. Monank Patel’s crucial 50 off 38 balls and strong bowling from Nosthush Kenjige (3 for 30) and Saurabh Netravalkar (2 for 18) secured the historic win, despite Babar Azam’s 44 runs for Pakistan.
Canada vs Ireland
In the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, Canada achieved their first win by defeating Ireland by 12 runs at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York, on June 7. Canada posted 137 for 7, led by Nicholas Kirton’s 49 off 35 balls and Shreyas Movva’s 37 off 36. Ireland managed 125 for 7 in response, with Gareth Dockrell and Mark Adair contributing 30 and 34 runs, respectively. Jeremy Gordon and Dillon Heyliger each took 2 wickets, with Kirton named Player of the Match.
Afghanistan vs New Zealand
In a stunning ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 match on June 7, Afghanistan secured their first-ever T20 victory over New Zealand at Guyana National Stadium. Opting to bat, Afghanistan posted 159 for 6, thanks to Rahmanullah Gurbaz’s 80 off 56 balls and Ibrahim Zadran’s 44 off 41. New Zealand, in response, collapsed to 75 all out in 15.2 overs, with Fazalhaq Farooqi and Rashid Khan both taking 4 for 17. Gurbaz was named Player of the Match for his explosive innings.
India vs Pakistan
On Sunday, June 9, 2024, at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York, India clinched a thrilling 6-run victory over Pakistan in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. India posted 119 runs in 19 overs, with Rishabh Pant scoring 42 and Avesh Patel adding 20. Pakistan’s bowlers Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf each took three wickets. In response, Pakistan managed 113 runs in 20 overs, with Mohammad Rizwan top-scoring with 31. Jasprit Bumrah’s 3 for 14 earned him Player of the Match honors, complemented by Hardik Pandya’s 2 for 24.
See Also: T20 World Cup 2024: Team-Wise Performance Ranking (Week-1)
Audience gallery
Fans from around the globe filled the stands with electric energy and unwavering support during this week’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 matches. The vibrant crowd added to the excitement, celebrating every boundary, wicket, and memorable moment, making these matches unforgettable for players and spectators alike.
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