What a match is going on. The third match on June 6 witnessed a clash between Pakistan and the USA, unfolding thrills almost every over. As the competition was intense, the tournament witnessed its second super over. When Pakistan came to bat, Iftikhar Ahmed’s dismissal caught the attention.
Iftikhar’s Dramatic Dismissal:
On the fifth day of the T20 World Cup 2024, has witnessed three exciting clashes. In the last game of the day, Pakistan locked horns with the USA. The match was crunchies as there were thrills in every moment. The match went to a super overs to come to a result. A dramatic moment happened when Pakistan was batting in the super-over and the USA bowlers appealed for Iftikhar Ahmed’s dismissal.
In the third ball of the super over, the incident took place. Saurabh Netravalkar was bowling for the USA in the super over with Iftikhar Ahmed on strike. He delivered a low full-toss on off-stump, which Iftikhar tried to hit straight but connected poorly. Milind Kumar sprinted in from long-off, jumped forward, and successfully caught it with his fingers under the ball, making a crucial catch.
The decision took a little long time and the drama unfolded here. The third umpire carefully reviewed multiple replays, noting the ball nearly slipping from his hands upon impact. After examining it from various angles, the umpire concluded it was a clean catch and ruled it fair.
A Thrilling Game:
On the 11th match of the T20 World Cup 2024, the USA and Pakistan locked horns. Since the beginning of the march, Pakistan faced difficulties. Pakistan kept losing wickets consecutive. Their batting lineup was shattered by the USA bowler’s excellence. Pakistan skipper Babar Azan scored 44 runs in 43 balls. Shadab Khan added 40 runs. The USA bowler Nosthush Kenjige secured three wickets by conceding 30 runs. Saurabh Netravalkar took 2 wickets.
While chasing the target of 160 runs. After Steven Taylor’s dismissal, Monak Patel and Anderies maintained a good partnership. The USA skipper scored 50 runs in 38 balls. Gous scored 35 runs in 26 balls. Jones was unbeaten on 36 runs. As the game tied, the super-over happened. While batting in the first innings, USA scored 18 runs. To win the match, Pakistan needed to score 19 runs but they ended on 13/1. USA won the match by 5 runs.
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