Noshtush Kenjige picked up 3 wickets

Monak Patel scored a half century

Pakistan fell short by 5 runs in super over

The International Cricket Council (ICC) T-20 World Cup has produced its first major upset with the United States of America (USA) securing a win against Pakistan. The match went down all the way to the super overs after U.S.A matched Pakistan’s first innings score of 159 at the loss of 7 wickets in 20 overs with a score of 159 at the loss of 3 wickets in 20 overs. Pakistan allrounder Shadab Khan’s 25-ball 40 included 3 sixes and a four. His performance stood out among other batsmen. U.S.A bowler Noshtush Kenjige picked up 3 wickets in his 4-over spell.

 USA’s captain Monank Patel scored a half century in 38 balls. The Pakistan pacers did a decent job in controlling the run rate with the exception of Haris Rauf. The spin bowlers did not contribute to controlling the run rate either. 

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In the super over USA scored 18 runs which included 7 wides. Pakistan fell short of this by 5 runs. This defeat puts Pakistan in a tight spot as they would have to ensure a victory against India to remain on the safer side. They run the risk of elimination otherwise.