The USA caused a huge, historic shock in the T20 World Cup with a thrilling Super Over win over Pakistan in Texas.
The game went to the extra over after both sides made 159 in their 20 overs at Grand Prairie Stadium, with tournament co-hosts and debutants USA scoring 14 in the final over to tie Pakistan’s total
Batting first in the Super Over, the USA then ramped up the pressure on their opponents by putting 18 runs on the board amid some chaotic Pakistan bowling and fielding. Unable to find an answer, Pakistan fell short by five runs in their quest with the bat finishing on 13 to hand the USA a famous Super Over win.
Having already beaten Canada in their opener last Sunday by seven wickets, Group A leaders USA now have a great chance of making the Super 8 round. The top two of the four groups progress to the last eight.
USA captain Monank Patel, who won the official Player of the Match award, described the result as a “big achievement”.
“Beating Pakistan, and playing for the first time, the way we played today I’m really proud of the boys,” he said.
“It was a complete team effort from the first ball until the last ball. Winning the toss, we made sure that we utilized the conditions and credit to the bowlers.