Arshdeep Singh had the huge task of defending 18 runs in the final over against a set Pakistan heavy-hitter and the young pacer did not miss and delivered for India in one of the biggest clashes ever and helped India beat Pakistan by 6 runs in match 19 of the ongoing edition of the T20 World Cup 2024 which will be played at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York, on June 9 (Sunday). Even Arshdeep Singh's mother felt the nervousness as millions of other Indians and closer her eyes as her son bowled the final over of the match.
Arshdeep Singh'd mother reveals not watching the final over
Pakistan were on 102/6 after the end of the 19th over and Imad Wasim was still on the field and needed to score 18 more runs. Arshdeep dismissed Imad on the very first ball of the over and pushed the Men in Green against the corner. After this, Naseem Shah did hit two boundaries but it was not enough and they fell short by 6 runs.
After the match, the parents of Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh interacted with Sports Tak and shared their experience of the big clash between India and Pakistan. Arshdeep's mother revealed that she could not even watch the last over and closed her eyes. Arshdeep's father revealed how he constantly updates her about the match. Both of them shared how proud they are of their son for performing at such a high level. Arshdeep picked one wicket in his four-over spell and played a crucial role in India's win.
India pick the second straight win
India was asked to bat first but they got bowled out on just 119 runs but the Indian bowlers fought back and restricted Pakistan to 113/7 to pick up another famous win. Rohit Sharma did acknowledge that the batters did not perform well but praised the bowlers for playing the game-changing role.
"We didn't bat well enough. Halfway through our innings we were in good position. We didn't put enough partnership there and fell short with the bat. We spoke about every run matters on a pitch like that. There was enough in the pitch. Was a good wicket to be honest, compared to the last game. With a bowling lineup like that you feel confident to do the job. Halfway through the stage when they were batting, we got everyone together and said that if it can happen to us, it can happen to them. Little contribution from everyone can make huge difference. He's going from strength to strength (Bumrah). We all know what he can do. Not going to talk too much about him. Want him to be in that mindset throughout the WC. He's a genius, we all know that. Crowd was superb. They never disappoint wherever we play. I'm sure they'll be going home with a big smile. It's just the start, we have a long way to go," said Rohit in the post-match presentation.
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