The T20 World Cup 2024 has seen some thrilling matches over the past week. Here’s a roundup of the matches from Monday, June 10, to Sunday, June 16, along with a special highlight on South Africa's game.
Monday, June 10
South Africa vs. Bangladesh: South Africa faced Bangladesh in New York. South Africa scored 113/6 in their 20 overs, while Bangladesh managed 109/7 in their 20 overs. South Africa won by 4 runs.
Tuesday, June 11
Canada vs. Pakistan: Canada posted 106/7 in 20 overs, and Pakistan chased it down, scoring 107/3 in 17.3 overs to win by 7 wickets .
Sri Lanka vs. Nepal: This match was abandoned without a ball bowled due to rain .
Australia vs. Namibia: Namibia scored 72 runs in 17 overs, and Australia chased it down with ease, scoring 74/1 in just 5.4 overs to win by 9 wickets.
Wednesday, June 12
USA vs. India: USA scored 110/8 in their 20 overs, and India chased it down with 111/3 in 18.2 overs, winning by 7 wickets.
West Indies vs. New Zealand: West Indies posted 149/9 in 20 overs, and New Zealand could only manage 136/9 in their 20 overs, giving West Indies a 13-run victory.
Thursday, June 13
Bangladesh vs. Netherlands: Bangladesh scored 159/5 in their 20 overs, while the Netherlands managed 134/8, resulting in a 25-run win for Bangladesh.
Oman vs. England: Oman was bowled out for 47 in 13.2 overs, and England chased it down with 50/2 in just 3.1 overs to win by 8 wickets.
Papua New Guinea vs. Afghanistan: Papua New Guinea scored 95 in 19.5 overs, and Afghanistan chased it down with 101/3 in 15.1 overs to win by 7 wickets.
Friday, June 14
USA vs. Ireland: This match was abandoned without a ball bowled due to rain.
South Africa vs. Nepal: South Africa scored 115/7 in 20 overs, and Nepal fell short with 114/7 in their 20 overs, giving South Africa a narrow 1-run victory.
Uganda vs. New Zealand: Uganda was bowled out for 40 in 18.4 overs, and New Zealand chased it down with 41/1 in just 5.2 overs to win by 9 wickets.
Saturday, June 15
India vs. Canada: This match was abandoned without a ball bowled due to rain.
England vs. Namibia: In a rain-affected match, England scored 122/5 in 10 overs, and Namibia managed 84/3 in their 10 overs. England won by 41 runs via the DLS method.
Scotland vs. Australia: Scotland posted 180/5 in 20 overs, and Australia chased it down with 186/5 in 19.4 overs to win by 5 wickets.
Sunday, June 16
Ireland vs. Pakistan: Ireland scored 106/9 in 20 overs, and Pakistan chased it down with 111/7 in 18.5 overs to win by 3 wickets.
Bangladesh vs. Nepal: Bangladesh's score and result against Nepal were not fully detailed, but the match contributed to Bangladesh's standing in the tournament.
Current Standings
Group A
India - 7 Points
USA - 5 Points
Pakistan - 4 Points
Canada - 3 Points
Ireland - 1 Point
Group B
Australia - 8 Points
England - 5 Points
Scotland - 5 Points
Namibia - 2 Points
Oman - 0 Points
Group C
Afghanistan - 6 Points
West Indies - 6 Points
New Zealand - 2 Points
Uganda - 2 Points
Papua New Guinea - 0 Points
Group D
South Africa - 8 Points
Bangladesh - 6 Points
Sri Lanka - 3 Points
Netherlands - 2 Points
Nepal - 1 Point
Looking Ahead
The tournament continues to heat up as teams vie for spots in the Super Eight stage. Stay tuned for more updates and highlights as the T20 World Cup 2024 progresses.