Rohit Sharma-led Team India picked up a thrilling 6-run win against Babar Azam's Pakistan in match 19 of the ongoing edition of the T20 World Cup 2024 at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York, on June 9 (Sunday). India's batting first got all out on 119 runs and when all hope got lost Indian bowlers fought back and restricted Pakistan to 113/7 to claim a historic win. Jasprit Bumrah bowled a heroic spell and received Player of the match for it.
Jasprit Bumrah on India's win
Bumrah played a pivotal role in India's win and grabbed three big wickets in his four-over spell and only gave away just 14 runs. He later also revealed how the pitch got a little better after the sun came out and helped them make a comeback.
“It feels really good. We felt we were a little under and the wicket got a little better after the sun came out. We were really disciplined so it feels good. Tried to hit the seam as much as I could, tried to be as clear as I could with my execution and it all came out well so I felt happy. Felt like we were playing in India, really happy with the support and that gives us energy on the field. We focus on the now. We’ve played two games and played really well. You stick to your processes and look to play well,” said Jasprit Bumrah in the post-match presentation.
Pakistan almost out of Super 8 race
Pakistan cricket team suffered second straight defeat in this mega tournament and this has almost ended their chances to qualify for the Super 8 stage. They are in a position where they not only have to win their remaining two matches by a big margin but also hope that the United States lose their remaining matches.
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