Dallas, In a thrilling display of cricket, the USA national team pulled off a stunning upset against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup, winning in a Super Over after a dramatic tie at the end of regular play. The match, held in Dallas, showcased the USA’s growing prowess in the sport, culminating in one of the biggest surprises in cricket history.

According to International Cricket Council, the game went to a Super Over after USA’s Nitish Kumar hit a boundary on the final ball of their innings, tying the score at 160 runs. In the Super Over, Pakistan’s Mohammad Amir struggled with his line, conceding three wides and several overthrows, allowing the USA to set a challenging 18-run target. USA’s Saurabh Netravalkar then delivered under pressure, restricting Pakistan to fewer than the required runs, thereby clinching a memorable victory for the hosts.

During the regular match, USA had nearly clinched victory in their final overs, with significant contributions from Monank Patel and Andries Gous, who established a commanding partnership. Despite a late comeback by Pakistan’s bowlers, USA’s lower order managed to push the game into the Super Over.

Pakistan, known for their strong performances in previous T20 World Cups, including a runner-up finish in the last tournament, found themselves unexpectedly on the back foot against a spirited USA side. The American team, co-hosting the tournament, demonstrated their capability and intent from the outset, supported by standout bowling performances from Nosthush Kenjige and Saurabh Netravalkar.

Earlier, Pakistan had posted a total of 159/7, aided by a recovery partnership between Babar Azam and Shadab Khan. Babar’s innings made him the leading run-scorer in the history of men’s T20 Internationals. However, the USA’s disciplined bowling and strategic field placements kept the Pakistani batsmen in check for most of their innings.

This victory marks a significant achievement for the USA cricket team, suggesting their emergence as a competitive force in international cricket. The win has also opened up Group A, with the USA now a strong contender to advance to the Super 8 phase of the tournament.

Pakistan must now regroup as they face India in a crucial match in New York, with hopes of recovering their campaign in a tournament that has not gone as planned, partly due to disruptions caused by weather.