India vs Pakistan: Match Summary & Scorecard
In a high-stakes ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 clash, India defeated Pakistan by 6 runs in a low-scoring yet intense encounter at New York’s Nassau County International Cricket Stadium.
Pakistan’s Innings: Struggle Against Indian Bowling
Pakistan, batting first, managed 113/7 in 20 overs. Mohammad Rizwan top-scored with 31 off 44 balls, while Babar Azam contributed 13 off 10. Jasprit Bumrah was the star for India, taking 3 wickets for just 14 runs in 4 overs, supported by Hardik Pandya (2/24) and Axar Patel (1/11).
India’s Chase: Nerve-Wracking Finish
Chasing a modest target, India started cautiously but lost wickets at regular intervals. Rishabh Pant top-scored with 42 off 31 balls, while Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli failed to make a significant impact. Despite a shaky middle-order collapse, India managed 119 in 19 overs, sealing the win.
Pakistan national cricket team vs india national cricket team match scorecard
Match Highlights
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India’s top scorer: Rishabh Pant (42 runs)
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Best bowler for India: Jasprit Bumrah (3/14)
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Pakistan’s top scorer: Mohammad Rizwan (31 runs)
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Best bowler for Pakistan: Naseem Shah (3/21)
Key Takeaways
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India’s disciplined bowling attack restricted Pakistan effectively.
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Bumrah’s crucial breakthroughs tilted the match in India’s favor.
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Pakistan’s bowlers put up a strong fight but fell just short of defending their total.
With this victory, India strengthens its position in Group A of the T20 World Cup 2024. Stay tuned for more updates on upcoming matches!
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